Teaching English Language And Content In Mainstream Classes

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K-12 classroom teachers get practical, ready-to-use strategies for integrating English language development into the content curriculum and achieving content text comprehension for all students. This is the ideal resource for teachers to address today's increased emphasis on integrating content and English language learning in classroom lessons. The authors present practical, ready-to-use strategies to help teachers promote English language development and content achievement for each student in their class. Written specifically for content teachers, Teaching English Language and Content In Mainstream Classes emphasises practical application of research-based second language learning principles in a clear, friendly writing style that clarifies concepts, defines key terms, and offers classroom teachers strategies and tools that help accelerate their students' academic achievement. Techniques for developing reading, writing, and speaking skills in content areas are emphasised.