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Coursebooks and the curse of celebrity

Published by markcbain on 21st August, 2013.

The steady increase in the use of celebrities in international coursebooks is denying learners and teachers the opportunity to use English to explore a more relevant world. When we teach English as an international language, what are we also teaching? As language teachers we are in a curious and unique position. We do not have… Continue reading →

52

Published by markcbain on 21st August, 2013.

This is an activity book for language teachers unlike any you have ever seen. 52 asks the question: can one new teaching idea per week make a difference? The authors use radical texts, subversive images and lateral thinking to suggest new ways of doing things inside the classroom and to prompt teachers and learners to… Continue reading →

Teaching Online

Published by markcbain on 21st August, 2013.

Teaching Online is essential reading for any teacher interested in online teaching and course delivery. It deals comprehensively with both the tools and the techniques necessary for online language instruction. It is a clear, accessible and reassuringly practical book in which the authors share their wealth of experience in teaching both fully online and blended… Continue reading →

Dealing with Difficulties

Published by markcbain on 21st August, 2013.

Dealing with Difficulties, part of the Professional Perspectives series, is packed with ideas for dealing with the everyday difficulties and challenges of teaching: large classes mixed levels different learning styles discipline homework or just getting through the beginning, middle and end of day-to-day teaching. Dealing with Difficulties addresses how you get students’ attention, how you… Continue reading →

New English File Teacher Photocopiables

Published by markcbain on 21st August, 2013.

The New English File course (published by Oxford University Press) is one of the most used and loved coursebooks in the world. The photocopiables at the end of the teacher’s books include grammar and communication worksheets, games and songs. These have been a lifesaver for many a teacher and are consistently a favourite in any… Continue reading →

Straightforward

Published by markcbain on 21st August, 2013.

  Straightforward (published by Macmillan) is a complete 6 level general English course. Ideal for teachers looking for an easy-to-use, flexible adult general English course it takes the most suitable methodological approach to what is being taught, resulting in the perfect balance of skills and language work. The course is based around 12 topics per… Continue reading →