Teaching Vocabulary

Teaching Vocabulary by Michael Lessard-Clouston, published by TESOL International Association in 2021, is a second edition that spans 80 pages. This book addresses the challenges teachers face when teaching English vocabulary, presenting key issues derived from recent research and theory to help educators approach vocabulary instruction thoughtfully and effectively.
Readers will find a comprehensive exploration of topics such as the significance of vocabulary, relevant research findings, and strategies for assessing students’ vocabulary levels. The revised edition includes two new chapters focusing on technology and online resources for vocabulary learning, as well as the use of word lists in teaching. Additionally, it features updated research, new references, web links, activities, charts, and a detailed lesson plan, making it a practical resource for English language teachers in various educational contexts.
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Teachers who find the task of teaching English vocabulary a little daunting are not alone! This book presents important issues from recent vocabulary research and theory so that teachers may approach teaching vocabulary in a principled, thoughtful way. Topics covered are understanding vocabulary, importance of vocabulary, relevant research findings, students’ vocabulary levels, and teaching vocabulary effectively. This revised volume contains two new chapters: Technology and Online Resources for Vocabulary Learning and Teaching and Using Word Lists in Vocabulary Teaching. New references and updated research, as well as new web links, activities, charts, and a detailed lesson plan for teachers are also included. The book is practical for English language teachers in any context and provides helpful reflections.
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