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Discourse Analysis in the Language Classroom : Volume 2. Genres of Writing
Discourse Analysis in the Language Classroom Volume 2 Genres of Writing
Author: Ann Kristin Wennerstrom
This book presents an approach to the teaching of second language writing in which students themselves work as discourse analysts. By investigating genres of writing as they occur in authentic social contexts, learners can become more versatile and independent, applying genre knowledge to their own writing needs. — Like its partner book (Volum...  more »), Discourse Analysis in the Language Classroom is highly practical. It gives step-by-step instructions for how to design a discourse-based curriculum, how to adapt existing materials, and how to create new activities. It can also be used to stimulate further research and discussion: it explains the rationale behind a discourse-analysis approach and the foundations of genre theory, including discussion questions for each topic and an annotated bibliography of related work.

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ISBN-13: 9780472089192
ISBN-10: 0472089196
Publication Date: 7/30/2003
Pages: 200
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Publisher: University of Michigan Press/ESL
Book Type: Paperback
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