Teaching English to Second Language Learners in Academic Contexts

Abstract

Introduction to reading. How reading comprehension works -- Building an effective reading curriculum: guiding principles -- Reading: instructional activities and assessment options -- Introduction to writing. Writing in a second language -- Building a writing curriculum and developing strategic writers -- Writing: instructional activities, feedback, and assessment options -- Introduction to listening. How listening comprehension works -- Building a listening curriculum -- Listening: instructional activities and assessment options -- Introduction to speaking. What's so special about speaking? -- Building an effective speaking curriculum: guiding principles -- Speaking: instructional activities and assessment options -- Language skill development and eap: a reflection on seven key themes