Description
2000 edition with different cover art than pictured, but still with a yellow background. Paperback cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-preserved copy of “Methods for Teaching Foreign Languages” by Joan Kelly Hall offers a comprehensive guide to creating an engaging and effective learning environment for language students. Published in 2000, this text reflects the latest pedagogical approaches and insights into second language acquisition at the turn of the millennium.
Hall draws upon her extensive experience as an educator and researcher to provide practical strategies for fostering a collaborative, communicative classroom. Her emphasis on building a “community of learners” aligns with the shift towards more student-centered, interactive methods in foreign language instruction. Beyond grammar and vocabulary drills, Hall advocates for activities that develop real-world language skills and cultural competency.
This text would be a valuable addition to the library of any language teacher, particularly those seeking to implement communicative and task-based approaches. It also holds relevance for scholars studying the evolution of language pedagogy and the move away from traditional, teacher-fronted models. Collectors of works on education theory and practice will appreciate this well-preserved example from the early 21st century.
