An interesting article that outlines the importance of the classroom environment, how to provide a supportive learning environment and how motivation s key to successful language learning.
A comprehensive text on the main factors that affect second language acquisition. Some cues for teaching different ages are presented that are beneficial for using as a guide in the classroom setting. Good resource to have to refer to and to be more aware of what impacts on SLA.
The methodological principles as detailed by Doughty and Long (2003) and that are facilitative of second language acquisition are clearly outlined in this text. Valuable information that would be beneficial for anylanguage teacher.
Good resource to highlight what communicative language teaching and learning is all about with some good suggestions as well as including an examination of text based and competency based instruction.