Product Description

An alphabetical list of terms about English language teaching. This work categorises and describes terms, explains the importance of the concepts and their relevance to English language teaching. It covers grammar, lexis, phonology, discourse, methodology, theory and practice.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #60890 in Books
• Published on: 2006-05-17
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 264 pages

Customer Reviews

A much needed encyclopedia for ELT teachers
This book is jam packed with easy to ready information explaining essential ELT terminology. It is presented in a very clear and readable A-Z format and is divided into sections such as grammar, vocabulary and discourse.

Whilst some of the terminology is pretty simple and obvious to experienced teachers, it does still include essential information for DELTA trainee teachers or indeed any other teacher who is generally interested in teaching English as a foreign language.

Scott Thornbury is definetly one of the better ELT authors out there! This is highly recommended!

DELTA must buy!
I am currently studying for my DELTA exam and this is essential reading. I find Thornbury`s definitions easy to read and, crucially, easy to understand. If you`re studying for the exam then buy this book as well as Thornbury`s About Language.

A great book for any CELTA or Delta trainee
This book is like a dictionary for any trainee on an EFL programme. Some definitions are very 'Thornbury-esque' and other EFL 'gods' have slightly different terms but it's easy to locate all the jargon with clear explanations. It assisted me in every assignment I did during my Delta and I recommend it as a must-have for any EFL teacher/trainee.