Monday, February 24, 2014

10 Shakespeare Quotes you can use in Modern English

English owes a lot to William Shakespeare. His influence is felt strongly in theatre with some fabulous plays that have stood the test of time, but did you know he also influenced the English language by creating phrases that are used in common, modern English usage?

Don't worry. I would never send you on a wild goose chase.

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Monday, February 10, 2014

A Short History of ELT


A Short History of ELT by Dr. Richard Smith provides an informative overview of ELT history which counteracts some common myths and raises issues for critical reflection. The following questions are considered:

  • How can ELT be defined?  
  • When did it begin?
  • What predated it?
  • What people, institutions, ideas and practices have made up ELT?
  • What has changed, and what has not changed in ELT methodology?

Dr. Richard Smith is an Associate Professor at the University of Warwick. He is a leading authority on the 19th-20th century history of language teaching. Richard also has particular interests in learner/teacher autonomy; teaching in ‘difficult circumstances’; and engaging and supporting teachers in/with ELT research.