A Practical Guide to Teaching Modern Foreign Languages in the Secondary School

Edited by Norbert Pachler, Ana Redondo

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About the Book

This practical guide offers valuable support for student-teachers and teachers in their early professional development. Divided into three sections it covers:

Teaching is rapidly becoming a more research and evidence-informed profession and the materials in this book are specifically designed to support developments in the (pedagogical) knowledge base in teaching.

The guide extends the popular Learning to Teach Modern Foreign Languages in the Secondary School by providing detailed examples of theory in practice. These examples are based on the up-to-date research and practice. In addition, they provide links to relevant sources supporting evidence-informed practice.

Reviews

'What makes this book so good is its practical design and clear layout. The suggested activities contribute to a deepening of understanding on the topics presented while encouraging teachers to reflect on their own practice. The summaries provided at the end of each chapter give the reader an opportunity to revisit the main concepts. A good selection of useful websites is also suggested linking the content of the different articles with different online resources such as policies, related publications and video-clips ... I would recommend this book as a companion to developing teaching practice of MFL trainee teachers and NQTs, as it provides a well balanced selection of tasks and guidance for further reading and research.' - ESCalate, Higher Education Academy

Table of Contents

Section 1: Key Pedagogical Issues and Planning 1. Communicative Approaches to Modern Foreign Language Teaching and using Target Language 2. Planning Modern Foreign Language Lessons 3. Presenting New Vocabulary and Structures 4. Developing Modern Foreign Language Skills through Formative Assessment Section 2: Developing Key Skills, Knowledge and Understanding 5. Developing Listening Skills in the Modern Foreign Language 6. Developing Speaking Skills in the Modern Foreign Language 7. Use of Storylines to Develop Reading and Writing Skills 8. Grammar in the Modern Foreign Language Classroom 9. Cultural Awareness and Visits Abroad 10. Internet-Based Approaches to Modern Foreign Language Teaching and Learning Section 3: Broadening Your Perspective 11. Why Teach MFL at KS2? 12. Working with Other Adults Inside and Outside the Classroom 13. Reflective Practice through Teacher Research

About the Author(s)

Dr Norbert Pachler is Associate Dean: Initial and Continuing Professional Development and Co-Director for the Centre of Excellence in Work-based Learning for Education Professionals at the Institute of Education, University of London. He was previously Subject Leader for the Secondary PGCE in Modern Foreign Languages and Course Leader for the MA in Modern Languages in Education.

Ana Redondo is Lecturer in Education in the School of Culture, Language and Communication at the Institute of Education, University of London. She is currently a part-time tutor on the Secondary PGCE in Modern Foreign Languages, and is also a part-time Head of Modern Languages and Senior Teacher at a London secondary school.