Teaching Language Teachers

Scaffolding Professional Learning

By (author) Gabriel Diaz Maggioli

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Publication date:

16 October 2012

Length of book:

204 pages

Publisher

R&L Education

ISBN-13: 9781610486231

Teaching Language Teachers: Scaffolding Professional Learning provides an updated view of as well as a reader-friendly introduction to the field of Teaching Teachers, with special reference to language teaching. By taking a decidedly Sociocultural perspective, the book addresses the main role of the Teacher of Teachers (ToT) as that of scaffolding the professional learning of aspiring teachers. Each of the eight chapters deals with a particular view of this scaffolding process, from understanding and reviewing the learning needs of aspiring teachers, to designing and delivering courses and materials, observing teachers, teaching online and engaging in continuous professional development. Authoritatively written, though accessible to newcomers to the field, this book will prove to be an invaluable addition to the library whether you are a seasoned teacher educator, a new coordinator, director of studies, supervisor or teacher trainer.
Gabriel Diaz Maggioli has produced a real tour de force on language teacher education. He treats a number of key issues in a most accessible manner. And a voice of considerable experience resonates throughout.