Tag: Learners

Planning Programs for Adult Learners A Practical Guide (2024)


Free Download Sandra Ratcliff Daffron, Ronald M. Cervero, "Planning Programs for Adult Learners: A Practical Guide"
English | 2013 | pages: 633 | ISBN: 0470770376 | PDF | 4,7 mb
Planning Programs for Adult Learners, Third Edition covers the development of adult education programs in clear, specific detail. This popular step-by-step guide contains information on every area of program planning for adult learners, from understanding the purpose of educational programs to obtaining suitable facilities to incorporating technology appropriately. For educators and practitioners for whom planning programs is a full-time responsibility or only a part of their jobs, as well as volunteers in a variety of organizations, will find this book to be an essential tool.

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Engaged Learners and Digital Citizens


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English | ISBN: 1443897302 | 2016 | 190 pages | PDF | 689 KB
The world of higher education is entering a new phase in its history. Now, and in the coming decades, the ubiquitous role of digital technology will dramatically influence the manner in which teaching and learning are designed and delivered. This book encourages faculty to adopt a proactive stance in relation to technology through the use of engaging digital tools that promote skill acquisition and inspire critical thinking in todays college students (and tomorrows leaders). The book delineates a conceptual model for digital learning, and provides specific examples of digital tools and their possible applications for teaching and learning. It will also assist faculty in making the leap to operationalizing that model within the context of the courses they teach, by highlighting how to identify instructional priorities and match digital tools with identified needs.

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Macmillan English Dictionary For Advanced Learners of American English


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2004 | 1664 Pages | ISBN: 0333966708 | PDF | 154 MB
The most up-to-date dictionary for learners of English!* Over 100,000 references and 80,000 examples of words in use * More references than any other English learnersbliog’ dictionary * Only 2,500 words used to define all entries * New two-color text for ease of use* Up-to-date information on new words, spoken English and changes in meaning * Short and clear definitions, with menus in longer entries to help find the meaning quickly * Over 1,000 illustrated words throughout, along with a 16-page full-color section * 22-page language study section Although the English language is made up of over one million individual words, 90% of all written and spoken text consists of 7,500. The Macmillan English Dictionary highlights these vital 7,500 in red, encouraging learners to swiftly grasp the core words necessary to speak and write fluently.This is a practical reference book for the classroom and home, offering invaluable support for those wishing to write and speak English accurately.The most up-to-date dictionary for learners of English!* Over 100,000 references and 80,000 examples of words in use * More references than any other English learnersbliog’ dictionary * Only 2,500 words used to define all entries * New two-color text for ease of use* Up-to-date information on new words, spoken English and changes in meaning * Short and clear definitions, with menus in longer entries to help find the meaning quickly * Over 1,000 illustrated words throughout, along with a 16-page full-color section * 22-page language study section Although the English language is made up of over one million individual words, 90% of all written and spoken text consists of 7,500. The Macmillan English Dictionary highlights these vital 7,500 in red, encouraging learners to swiftly grasp the core words necessary to speak and write fluently.This is a practical reference book for the classroom and home, offering invaluable support for those wishing to write and speak English accurately.

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Korean Folktales for Language Learners Traditional Stories in English and Korean


Free Download Korean Folktales for Language Learners: Traditional Stories in English and Korean by Sukyeon Cho, Yeon-Jeong Kim, Andrew Killick
English | November 1, 2022 | ISBN: 0804854637 | 487 pages | PDF | 25 Mb
Learn about Korean culture while improving your language skills!
Korean Folktales for Language Learners presents 36 traditional folktales in parallel Korean and English versions on facing pages, with detailed notes and exercises aimed at beginning to intermediate language learners. Free online recordings of all the Korean stories are available to help students improve their pronunciation and comprehension skills.
The stories-which gradually increase in complexity as the book progresses-include:

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The 6 Principles for Exemplary Teaching of English Learners®


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English | 2021 | ISBN: 1945351985 | 137 Pages | EPUB | 6 MB
The number of young English learners worldwide continues to grow while preparation for English language educators in teaching young children is limited. This book guides educators in teaching young learners (2- to 12-year-olds) in an English as a foreign language setting by using The 6 Principles for Exemplary Teaching of English Learners® as a framework. A core set of principles for the exemplary teaching and learning of English as a new language, The 6 Principles and their recommended practices are targets of teaching excellence that provide teachers with the knowledge to improve instruction and assessment. Instructional techniques are illustrated throughout the book with numerous classroom examples, case studies, checklists, and vignettes.The authors’ vision for The 6 Principles for teaching English to young learners has four major underpinnings that are foundational for teaching children, teaching children English in a foreign language context, and teaching children in the 21st century. 1. Commitment to children.2. Recognition of English as a global language.3. Integration of multiliteracies.4. Commitment to a multilingual world.Educators who share their vision and want to improve outcomes for their young English learners in a foreign language context will greatly benefit from the strategies and resources provided in this easy-to-follow guide.

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Engaging Online Language Learners A Practical Guide


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English | 2022 | ISBN: 1942799934 | 108 Pages | EPUB (True) | 3 MB
While engaging and motivating students in the classroom has always been critical for student success, it is even more important and challenging in the online learning environment. This practical guide will provide English language educators with a number of strategies and ready-to-use activities to help them engage and motivate their students for improved learner outcomes. It also covers trends in online learning, engagement and motivation principles and competencies, as well as ways administrators can support teachers’ professional development. As an additional resource, the book comes with a companion website. **This title also includes a companion website with online resources.**

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