TY - BOOK AU - Mercer,Sarah AU - Dörnyei,Zoltán TI - Engaging language learners in contemporary classrooms SN - 1108445926 AV - P118.2 .M473 2020 U1 - 418.0071 23 PY - 2020/// CY - Cambridge PB - Cambridge University Press KW - Second language acquisition KW - Languages, Modern KW - Study and teaching KW - Social aspects KW - Psychological aspects KW - Learning, Psychology of N1 - 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 N2 - "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."-- ER -