{"title":"Jemma Buck","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJemma Buck\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in works that illuminate the art and science of language education. Her books offer insightful approaches to \u003cem\u003eteaching and learning languages\u003c\/em\u003e, blending theory with practical strategies to support both educators and learners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders will find clear guidance on effective pedagogy within the broader \u003cem\u003eeducation and reference\u003c\/em\u003e landscape, with an emphasis on fostering communication skills and cultural understanding through language acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"teaching-and-learning-languages-by-jemma-buck-9780415638395","title":"Teaching and Learning Languages","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis publication provides essential reading for any language teacher. Pupil engagement in the language-learning process is key to success, and with this in mind, the authors provide a comprehensive list of ideas as well as explaining the underlying principles of successful language learning.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeil Jones, Assistant Headteacher\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearning a language, especially in a class or group, is an intensely practical subject. Active participation by students is the key to successful language learning at any age or ability level. This book offers teachers a multitude of practical activities in which students take the lead and clearly links these to the various linguistic and pragmatic skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book provides clear and comprehensive guidance on the classroom environment, models of teaching and learning, and assessment. It aims to help teachers plan engaging lessons which will enable all students to develop the key skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the target language. Topics covered include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe essentials of language learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse of the target language; training the ear and training the voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExploiting audio and video recordings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExploiting texts and pictures\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUsing stories and drama in the classroom, and independent reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaking good use of written work\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIntegrating multimedia resources and the Internet across the language skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIntegrating grammar into communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTeaching and Learning Languages\u003c\/em\u003e has been written in line with national and European language policies, reflecting contemporary trends in the teaching and learning of languages. The text’s focus on active learning and its indispensable guidance for planning lessons make it essential reading for all trainee and practising teachers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607871865068,"sku":"9780415638395","price":341.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780415638395-teaching-and-learning-languages.jpg?v=1778176709"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jemma-buck.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}