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Baker, Joanna.

Essential speaking skills : a handbook for English language teachers - London : London ; New York : VSO ; Continuum, 2003. - 170 p. : ill. ;

Includes index.

1. Introduction: The Book and Its Readership --
2. About Speaking --
3. Some Possible Barriers to Communication and How to Overcome Them --
4. A Framework for English Lessons --
5. Classroom Organization --
6. Correcting during Speaking Activities --
7. What Teaching Materials Can We Use? --
8. Preparing for Speaking: Warmers --
9. Presenting New Language --
10. Practising Speaking --
11. The Production Phase: Speaking Fluently --
12. Using a Text as a Basis for Speaking Activities --
13. Pronunciation --
14. Testing Speaking Skills --
15. Summary and Ways Forward --

"Brimming with invaluable advice on teaching approaches, and practical classroom ideas and learning activities, this handbook is specifically designed for those who teach large classes with very few resources. The clear explanations and the activities are suited to both new and experienced teachers, and can be used in both junior and senior secondary school classrooms and in lessons for adult learners."--BOOK JACKET.

ISBN: 0826458440 9780826458445 0826458459 9780826458452

Subjects--Topical Terms:
English language
English language

Dewey Class. No.: 428.0071 / BAK