English Language Learning Materials

"This research collection presents a review of the materials used for learning English around the world. The first section includes a discussion of materials for specific learners and purposes, such as young learners, self-study, academic writing and general proficiency. The second section presents a study of the materials used in Europe, Asia, North America, South America, Africa and Australia, and critically evaluates their effectiveness in the teaching of English to speakers of other languages." "This analysis of materials in use around the world will be useful for academics researching materials development and applied linguistics and for students on postgraduate applied linguistics and ELT courses."--BOOK JACKET.