Just what you were looking for-books especially designed for new teachers, pre-service educators, or anyone who is interested in current educational theory and practice. Up-to-date, research-based theory and practical applications make these an invaluable learning tool as well as a perfect quick reference. Perfect for staff development sessions!
Are you bothered by the bad grammar, emoticons, acronyms, and poor spelling that are ubiquitous in cyberspace, and especially prevalent in teen communications? Do you lament that today's technologies are ruining the reading and writing skills of teens? Well, think again.
Added by: decabristka | Karma: 68100.29 | Coursebooks, Only for teachers | 13 September 2009
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“Excellent!” is a four-level Primary course Pupils practise the four skills . Clear pair-work activities make learning more memorable and encourage collaboration In Level 2: a motivating cartoon story (The Mystery Train) introduces key language and engages pupils' imaginations; ‘Talk Time’ pages present useful, everyday language in realistic contexts; ‘Fact Files’ provide extended reading practice and cultural information; 'Test Time' pages in Activity Book help prepare pupils for the Cambridge Young Learners exams
International Debate Education Association (IDEA) believes that free and open discussion is essential to the establishment and preservation of open, democratic societies, and its work supports initiatives promoting excellence and innovation in formal and informal education. IDEA cooperates and maintains contact with educational institutions in over 40 countries.