Vocabulary in Language Teaching - Cambridge Language Education.

Cambridge Language Education

by Norbert Schmitt

Internationally recognised as one of the leading texts in its field, this volume offers a comprehensive introduction to vocabulary for language teachers who would like to know more about the way vocabulary works. Two leading specialists make research and theory accessible, providing the background knowledge necessary for practitioners to make informed choices about vocabulary teaching and testing. This second edition retains the popular format of the first edition, and has been rewritten to take account of the many developments in the past 20 years. There is a greater focus on the vocabulary learning process, with new chapters on incidental learning, and intentional learning, and a new wide-ranging discussion of formulaic language. The book now also includes extensive treatment of word lists and vocabulary tests, with explanations of their various strengths and limitations. Updated further reading sections, and new Exercises for Expansion make this volume more invaluable than ever.

Genres: Nonfiction, Linguistics

Paperback

First published March 13, 2000

Reviews

[Wsclai · Rating 3 out of 5]

The summary and application to teaching section are very useful if you don’t have time to read every single page.

[Merry Packard Gravett]

Great for someone who is looking for vocabulary teaching ideas AND can wade through theoretical research reporting.