Mercer, Sarah,

Engaging language learners in contemporary classrooms / Sarah Mercer, Zoltán Dörnyei. - vii, 194 pages ; 25 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The contexts of learner engagement -- The facilitative learner mindset -- Teacher-student rapport -- Positive classroom dynamics and culture -- Initiating engagement with learning tasks -- Sustaining engagement on learning tasks.

"This accessible book offers a fresh perspective on engagement, with an emphasis on how teachers can create the conditions for active engagement and the role learners can play in shaping the way they learn. Drawing on extensive theoretical knowledge, the book takes an applied approach, providing clear principles and practical strategies for teachers."--

1108445926 9781108445924


Second language acquisition.
Languages, Modern--Study and teaching--Social aspects
Languages, Modern--Study and teaching--Psychological aspects
Learning, Psychology of.

P118.2 / .M473 2020

418.0071