This volume focuses on 'practice' from a theoretical perspective and includes implications for the classroom.

Five Implications for Research -- Conclusion -- References -- Index

Language teachers present theories for sharpening students' communication skills in a second language, and describe examples of their application in actual classrooms. They explain strategies for beginning listening comprehension; interaction skills with idiomatic expressions, integrating social skills, and group work at intermediate levels; and refining literacy skills for advanced students. Provides a springboard of ideas and approaches for teachers and administrators to tailor to their specific needs. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Bringing together an international team of researchers, this volume explores practice in second language learning - activities which aim to develop skills in or knowledge of a second language. The book begins with two theoretical overviews of practice as applied to learning to speak in a second language and in cognitive accounts of second language acquisition. This theory underpins the volume, which is split into two main sections: receptive and productive practice. The studies look at practice in English, German and Spanish as a second language in various contexts including traditional classrooms, periods of study abroad and online language learning. The differing research designs used mean that the chapters contain clear implications for classroom pedagogy and further directions for research, teaching and learning in different contexts.

Suitable for students of Cambridge IGCSE(TM) English as a Second Language (0510/0511/0991/0993). Provide your students with important support of assessment with the Cambridge IGCSE(TM) English as Second Language Exam Preparation and Practice Resource with Digital Access. Split into three areas - Reading and Writing, Listening, and Speaking - this product includes 'About the exam' advice, speaking support videos, multiple-choice quizzes etc., so that students can confidently prepare for assessment. Benefit from annotated sample answers and tips linked to the assessment objectives, alongside a 'Learn from mistakes' feature that highlights common errors to help learners avoid the issues. Answers and digital files are available via Cambridge GO. Answers are included inside print resource.

The tests will help familiarise students with the format and requirements of the Reading and Writing/Listening and Speaking papers. Book 1 With Key contains one test for Paper 1 (Core level) and three tests for Paper 2 (Extended level) in Reading and Writing of the Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language. All the authors are experienced examiners with in-depth knowledge of the examination. Model summaries and compositions are included in this edition.