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Hadley Omaggio 1986

 
Reference
 

Hadley Omaggio, Alice C. . 1986.Teaching language in context: Proficiency-oriented instruction. Boston: Heinle and Heinle. xv, 479 pages. 0838413722 (paperback).

Summary
 

Seeks to answer, "How can we help students learning a second language in a classroom setting become proficient in that language?" Deals with language learning theories and various hypotheses where proficiency is the organizing principle. Gives many examples with several different languages. Has predominant theme of contextualized language learning throughout the book. Looks at current theories and methodical trends and gives suggestions for classroom activities. Includes teaching about culture and gives guidelines for

 
  • daily lesson plans
  • sample tests, and
  • forms to use in course evaluations.

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