The
February 2002 issue offers:
TEACHER
OF THE YEAR: Language
Magazine invites nominations for its inaugural Teacher
of the Year Award.
TEACHER TRAINING:
Across America, school districts are recognizing the needs of
limited English proficient children. But where, asks Michele
Alperin, are the teachers?
CLASSROOM:
The time and energy spent on lesson planning often reflects a
teacher’s personal preference regarding classroom management.
Arnie Cooper praises practical planning and plenty of it
while Nimita Dhirajlal advocates taking the flexible approach.
SPECIAL REPORT:
John J. Pint introduces the revolutionary teaching methods
of Dr. Caleb Gattegno.
FOREIGN LANGUAGES: In the second part of his look at adult learners
and their attempts to learn foreign languages, Charles Heinle
discusses the methodology of pioneer linguist, Dr. Paul Pimsleur.
DICTIONARIES:
Illustrated dictionaries have become very popular with ESL students
over the last few years. We take a look at what’s on offer.
DIALECTS:
Tracey Weldon explores the distinctive features of America’s
only English-based Creole.
POEM: Jason Almodóvar from New York City’s
Hunter College expresses communicative frustration through poetry.
TEACHING OVERSEAS:
Times have changed for English language teachers in Korea. Robert
J. Dickey presents an overview of current conditions for teachers
working there.
TEACHER OF
THE YEAR: Read about Language Teacher of the Year nominee Lolita
Lassen.
ELECTRONIC
EDUCATION: Barry Bakin continues his lessons for the one-computer
classroom. Nile Stanley introduces the WORDSS Project Website.
Plus all the latest technology news and developments.
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