Description & Features

THE POWER OF CONTEXT IN LANGUAGE TEACHING AND LEARNING provides a highly accessible, in-depth study of the relationship between discourse and the context of language teaching and learning. A tribute to Marianne Celce-Murcia's groundbreaking and distinguished work, this text contains a strong combination of theory and practice that will benefit any language teacher or student.

• Contributions from 30 renowned specialists provide a variety of insights and perspectives.
• Four distinct parts focus on the essential areas of study: Discovering What Context Reveals About Grammatical Structures, Considering How Discourse Context and Language Use Intersect, Exploring the Interface Between Language Skills and Discourse Contexts, Creating Contexts for Effective Language Teaching.
• With emphasis on practical applications, this text is ideal for classroom or personal use.