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Cambridge Handbooks for Language Teachers

(Working with Words: A Guide to Teaching and Learning Vocabulary (Cambridge Handbooks for Language Teachers)) [By: Gairns, Ruth] [May, 1986]

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A wide range of traditional and newer teaching methods and techniques are discussed within this practical guide for language teachers and teachers-in-training on selecting, organizing and teaching vocabulary to second and foreign language learners.This is a practical guide for teachers on how to select, organise and teach vocabulary to all levels of students. It discusses the linguistic and psychological theories relevant to vocabulary learning, describes with clear examples of traditional and current methods of presentation and practice, and suggests ways of assessing and supplementing the vocabulary component of coursebooks. Working with Words is an ideal resource for practising teachers and teachers in training.

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First published May 15, 1986

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July 15, 2013
I think that this book gave me all the general ideas about proper vocabulary teaching especially by pointing out that the teaching of vocabulary should not be neglected and should be considered as one of the principal components of our language lessons. With good, displayable examples, this book serves its role and can be very helpful for those interested in how to teach vocabulary properly.
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A detailed book on teaching of vocabulary to second language learners.
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