This case study describes how sociocultural and activity theory were applied in the design of a publicly funded, Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB)-based English as a Second Language (ESL) credential program and curriculum for immigrant and international students in postsecondary institutions in British Columbia, Canada. The ESL Pathways Project…

Presents an overview of the first year's operation of a Learning in the Workplace project that intended to develop industry-specific training materials and model programs that can be used to help employees develop the literacy skills needed in the changing workplace. The effectiveness of a peer-tutoring component is discussed. (Author/CB)

Explores the emotive, social aspects of English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) learning in small group settings, with special attention to the classroom experiences of an adult Japanese woman. It is argued that the opportunity to consciously reflect about her negative feelings concerning her abilities had a positive effect on her ESL learning. (24…