More Than a Native Speaker: An Introduction for Volunteers Teaching English Abroad [Paperback]

Donald B. Snow (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 321 pages
• Publisher: Teachers of English to (December 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0939791641
• ISBN-13: 978-0939791644
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #945,739 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Complete and comprehensive, September 27, 2001

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"desertpete9" (Dalian, China) - See all my reviews

This review is from: More Than a Native Speaker: An Introduction for Volunteers Teaching English Abroad (Paperback)

I bought this book a few years ago and it has become my handbook for teaching in China. Don Snow has done a superb job of consolidating and organizing a large amount of information into a very readable text. Under three general headings (Preparing to Teach, Aspects of Language Teaching, and Living Abroad) he has tucked 16 chapters and four appendices that cover the spectrum. In the "Aspects" section he's included listening, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, teaching culture, and even a "trouble-shooter's guide to the classroom." And it's all eminently practical. Appendices include long lists of ideas for conversations and writing assignments as well as course planning pointers and suggested supplementary books.
All in all, if you have to take just one book when starting teaching English as a second language (or even in mid-career), this is the book to take. No, I have no stake in its sale. I just appreciate sound advice presented simply and practically.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Help, June 11, 2000

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S. Kelly "Make no little plans, they have no ... (Jinan, China) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: More Than a Native Speaker: An Introduction for Volunteers Teaching English Abroad (Paperback)

I got this book before coming to Japan to teach English. It's been great. When I first got here it helped me understand language learning in another country and offered practical advice on adapting to my new home. I continue to consult it for ideas and information. It touches upon all the areas a teacher or volunteer needs to consider before and during an overseas teaching experience. It also provides helpful suggestions for further reading.

4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful, December 30, 2011

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This review is from: More Than a Native Speaker: An Introduction for Volunteers Teaching English Abroad (Paperback)

Friends who are and have been overseas teachers recommended this book and I find it very helpful in knowing what to expect.