Vol. 4 Issue 34 – Video: Using Corpora in the Language Classroom

English language teaching scenario has been changing from time to time and it is more so in the present context when English has acquired the status of the global language and knowledge of this language has become imperative for existence in the background of the era of globalization in tune and in accordance with the newly acquired status. The role of English language has become one of a language that has become a medium of social interaction and a language in the work place context. This language which has considered hitherto a library language in Indian context has become a language of not only social interaction but also a language for knowledge construction and expression and thus a tool for communication in the global village.

Vol. 4 Issue 34 – Research Article: ‘ELT Classroom Practices-Implications for Professional Development’ by S.Venkateswaran & S. Gayathri

English language teaching scenario has been changing from time to time and it is more so in the present context when English has acquired the status of the global language and knowledge of this language has become imperative for existence in the background of the era of globalization in tune and in accordance with the newly acquired status. The role of English language has become one of a language that has become a medium of social interaction and a language in the work place context. This language which has considered hitherto a library language in Indian context has become a language of not only social interaction but also a language for knowledge construction and expression and thus a tool for communication in the global village.

Vol. 4 Issue 34 – Research Paper: ‘The Use of Media Sources and Authentic Materials for Language Teaching in ESL Classrooms’ by Dr. Tungesh G.M.

This paper is an attempt to highlight the importance of using Media Sources and authentic materials in the ESL classrooms. These teaching materials, if they are used judiciously, will become useful teaching aids for developing language competency among the learners of English as a second language at various levels. The paper, however, focuses particularly on the use of three types of authentic materials which are available plenty in Indian Society – namely, pamphlets, brochures, itineraries, timetables, magazines and newspapers. This paper also briefly explains the benefits, the selection of authentic materials and the approach for language teaching.

ELTWeekly Vol. 4 Issue 33

 ELTWeekly Vol. 4 Issue#33 | August 13, 2012 | ISSN 0975-3036 Classroom Tip: Drawing dictation Video: Professor Farzad Sharifian: English as an International Language (EIL) 2011 Lecture Article: How Listening to Music Influences English Language Teaching Learning Video: Learner Language: Tools for Teachers | The New School International Conference On ‘Empowering The English Language Classroom’ At… Continue reading ELTWeekly Vol. 4 Issue 33

Vol. 4 Issue 33 – Video: Professor Farzad Sharifian: English as an International Language (EIL) 2011 Lecture

In this lecture, Professor Sharifian presents an overview of the paradigm of English as an International Language (EIL). Starting with a brief historical account of the development of the paradigm and a demographic account of the spread and the use of the English language around the globe, he elaborates on the themes that have emerged as the key topics within the field. These include renationalization of English, use of English as a lingua franca, politics of EIL, identity and EIL, attitude towards EIL, ownership of English, teaching EIL, proficiency in EIL, and native-speakerism. At the end of the lecture, Professor Kirkpatrick will present a commentary on the EIL Lecture.

Vol. 4 Issue 33 – Video: Learner Language: Tools for Teachers | The New School

Learner language is the constantly changing ability students have to communicate as they learn a new language. It provides an index of students progress, allowing teachers to determine how to best educate them. By analyzing examples of learner language, students develop skills to address it when they are teaching.