Dilemmas in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages 40 Cases

Name: Dilemmas in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages 40 Cases
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ISBN: 9780472033782

ISBN-10: 0472033786

ISBN-13: 9780472033782

Edition: 2009

Authors: Johnnie Johnson Hafernik, Dorothy Messerschmitt

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The ESOL classroom presents challenges that go beyond technology, linguistic knowledge, or what is covered in teacher education programs: there are issues that reach far past the curriculum. What should a teacher do when presented with a gift from a student? What about being asked to submit a late paper? These are the types of situations that are frequently overlooked in post-secondary and adult ESOL classrooms and the types of emotional, intellectual, and ethical dilemmas that are looked at on a case-by-case basis inDilemmas in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. The 40 cases in this book will stimulate analysis, encourage reflection, and spark discussion for teachers as well…

Book details

List price: $27.50
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
Publication date: 8/4/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 232
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.792
Language: English



Introduction and How to Use This Book


Matrix of Cases



Adjusting to a New Environment



Group and Pair Work



Interpersonal Interactions among Students



Students and Political Issues



Student Classroom Behaviors



Class Participation



Intracultural Behavior



Reasonable and Unreasonable Excuses



Attendance and Punctuality



Student Misunderstandings



Class Visitors



Third Party Involvement



Student Attire, Hygiene, and Mannerisms



Student Disabilities and Mental Health



Risky Behaviors



Stress



Religious Beliefs and Practices



Discrimination



Technology and Modern Life



Cheating



Plagiarism



Assigning Course Grades



High-Stakes Testing



Parental Pressure and Influence



Requests for Academic Assistance



Recommendations



Sponsored Events



Students and the Legal System



Dangerous and Uncomfortable Situations



Possible Abusive Situations



Selecting Materials



Faculty Personal Agendas



Faculty Personal Issues



Romance at School and Work



Collegiality



Integrity



Linguistic Competence



Instructor Effectiveness



Students as Research Subjects



Job Security and Support at Work