Using Newspapers in the Classroom (Cambridge Handbooks for Language Teachers) [Paperback]

Paul Sanderson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0521645263 | ISBN-13: 978-0521645263 | Publication Date: May 13, 1999

Using Newspapers in the Classroom is a collection of over 130 practical and creative newspaper-based activities to use with young adult and adult learners from pre-intermediate to advanced levels. The activities, which show teachers how to exploit the different features and sections of newspapers, are designed to provide motivating and challenging learning experiences, as well as valuable language practice. Clear lesson plans, sample materials and practical guidelines combine to give teachers of general English and English for specific purposes maximum support for using newspapers in the classroom.

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'Using Newspapers is ideal for teachers who want to introduce newspapers to a class ... I found it enlightening, very practical and a great addition to my repertoire.' EL Gazette

Book Description

A collection of over 130 practical and creative newspaper-based activities to use with young adult and adult learners from pre-intermediate to advanced level.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (May 13, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521645263
• ISBN-13: 978-0521645263
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #958,319 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars A useful resource & creative approach to language teaching!, May 24, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Using Newspapers in the Classroom (Cambridge Handbooks for Language Teachers) (Paperback)

It is surprising how often newspapers are overlooked as a valuable teaching tool. For one, newspapers provide immediate relevancy so as to spark student interest in current events around them. Besides, as newspapers are often written in plain, simple English, students will find them less daunting to read. This book gives teachers of English practical and creative ways to teach the language through the use of newspapers. For instance, the activities are created out of different sections of the newspapers -- from cartoons to editorials -- so that they provide a collection of challenging yet engaging activities to cater to different learners. The sample materials, combined with clear procedures and guidelines, make it a handy tool for the teacher. Definitely recommended for those teachers keen to explore new ways to enhance language teaching and learning!

5.0 out of 5 stars open pages on new ideas, January 6, 2011

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This review is from: Using Newspapers in the Classroom (Cambridge Handbooks for Language Teachers) (Paperback)

Not only was this book brilliant in the days of paper based handouts, it lends itself to new 21st century literacies - the ideas within that is.

I think that this gem, a 300-ish page book on utilizing the newspaper in the classroom, and that the ideas are even better off from the teacher perspective as soft copy manipulation is easier - and the choice available online is unlimited.

This is a fabulous resource with ideas you can twist, warp, and develop further. Should be on the bookshelves of language schools and ESL departments alike. Will also be idea for keen individuals wanting to open pages on new ideas.