Education

This volume bridges the gap between research and classroom practice in Early Foreign Language Learning. Drawing on contributions from teachers and researchers, it explores the Age Factor, CLIL, and intercultural competence as a means to mediate between cultures.

This book shows how to use linguistic research in foreign language teaching. Featuring a practical case study on teaching phrasal verbs, it is essential for educators and researchers who want to apply linguistic findings practically in the classroom.

This guide provides the theoretical knowledge and empirical tools for Discourse Analysis. Conceived as a university course, it is useful for anyone who wants to acquire the skills to analyze any type of discourse, from medical to computer-mediated.

Many children struggle with writing. Instead of the “wait-to-fail” model, schools can use a multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) model for early intervention. This book offers descriptions and case examples of how to apply MTSS concepts for writing success.

When reading and spelling problems are not detected early, they can become lifelong disabilities. Early intervention is the key. This book is a practical guide for educators to identify such problems and use active writing programmes for instruction and assessment.

How do learners perceive the use of YouTube for English learning? This book reports on a case study of university students in Hong Kong, examining their perceptions and practices. The findings shed light on student needs, offering insights for improved language teaching.

In response to student complaints of “not learning anything,” this book presents a new philosophy: the English Learning Maximisation System (ELMS). This theory helps teachers boost learning by engaging students cognitively and behaviourally from a student’s perspective.