New ESOL books including Sheila Rosenberg's history of ESOL now available
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17 December 2007
NIACE has recently published 3 titles on the subject of ESOL (English for speakers of other languages), including Sheila Rosenberg's history of ESOL in the UK.
A critical history of ESOL for adults in the UK 1870–2006
Sheila K. Rosenberg
ISBN 978 1 86201 268 4
£22.95/US$43.00/€36.50
Not only traces the development of ESOL provision but also presents a fascinating account of black people’s experience of education in the UK. A knowledge of the history is now a professional requirement, making this book essential reading.
http://www.niace.org.uk/publications/C/CriticalHistory.asp for full details
ESOL and citizenship
A teachers’ guide
Chris Taylor
ISBN 978 1 86201 312 4
£9.95/$20.00/€17.00
This guide focuses on a learner-centred approach to ESOL in the context of citizenship. It includes information on the political context; the terminology used; examples of good practice; and ideas on learning activities.
ESOL: the context for the UK today
Jane Ward
ISBN 978 1 86201 322 3
£12.50/US$25.00/€21.00
An extensive literature review which surveys policy documents, research and academic writing on ESOL. An excellent starting point for more in-depth inquiry.
More information is available on these titles at www.niace.org.uk/publications