Functional English Grammar An Introduction for Second Language Teachers

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This text explores ways in which English grammar enables speakers and writers to represent the world, to interact with one another, and to create coherent messages. This book provides second language teachers with a functional description of English grammar, in which grammar is viewed as a communicative resource. Each chapter includes a focus on areas of difficulty for second language learners, numerous authentic examples, tasks that allow the reader to apply the concepts introduced, and discussion questions. A final chapter covers issues in the learning and teaching of grammar, and reviews methodological options for the second or foreign language classroom. Assuming no previous study of linguistics or English grammar, this book is suitable for self-study or as a textbook in teacher education programs.

Title: Functional English Grammar An Introduction for Second Language Teachers

Author Name: Lock, Graham, Richards, Jack C.

Categories: Teaching English,

Publisher: United Kingdom, Cambridge University Press: 27/Oct/1995

ISBN Number: 0521459222

ISBN Number 13: 9780521459228

Binding: Paperback

Seller ID: 3294

Description: 4 line figures 6 tables 312 This text explores ways in which English grammar enables speakers and writers to represent the world, to interact with one another, and to create coherent messages. This book provides second language teachers with a functional description of English grammar, in which grammar is viewed as a communicative resource. Each chapter includes a focus on areas of difficulty for second language learners, numerous authentic examples, tasks that allow the reader to apply the concepts introduced, and discussion questions. A final chapter covers issues in the learning and teaching of grammar, and reviews methodological options for the second or foreign language classroom. Assuming no previous study of linguistics or English grammar, this book is suitable for self-study or as a textbook in teacher education programs. (ISBN: 9780521459228 - When referring to this item please quote our stock ID: 3294)