Curriculum Development in Language Teaching (Cambridge Language Education) by Richards, Jack C - 2001

Cambridge University Press. 2001. Paperback. Very Good. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. This text provides a systematic introduction to the issues involved in plan ning, developing, and managing effective language programs. The paperback e dition provides a systematic introduction to the issues involved in develop ing, managing, and evaluating effective second and foreign language program s and teaching materials. Key stages in the curriculum development process are examined, including situation analysis, needs analysis, goal setting, s yllabus design, materials development and adaptation, teaching and teacher support, and evaluation. Discussion activities throughout the book enable i t to be used as a reference text for teachers and administrators. Editorial Reviews Book Description The paperback edition provides a systematic introduction to the issues invo lved in developing, managing, and evaluating effective second and foreign l anguage programs and teaching materials. Key stages in the curriculum devel opment process are examined, including situation analysis, needs analysis, goal setting, syllabus design, materials development and adaptation, teachi ng and teacher support, and evaluation. Discussion activities throughout th e book enable it to be used as a reference text for teachers and administra tors. About the Author fm.author_biographical_note1 fm.author_biographical_note1