PRAXIS II: English to Speakers of Other Languages (360) w/Audio CDs (REA) - The Best Teachers' Test Prep for the PRAXIS
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Get Teaching with REA’s PRAXIS II English to Speakers of Other Languages (0360) Test Prep! First Edition with Audio CD! The changing demographics of the country are increasing the demand for qualified teachers of English to speakers of other languages. REA has responded to this need by developing a new test prep for the PRAXIS II: English to Speakers of Other Languages (0360) exam. Written by the Director of Bilingual and ESL Education at the University of Texas, our comprehensive review covers all five content categories found on the official exam, including: Analysis of Student Language Production Linguistic Theory Teaching Methods and Techniques Assessment Techniques and Cultural Issues Professional IssuesThis test prep features two full-length practice tests, complete with detailed explanations of all answers to highlight personal strengths and weaknesses. Your study and practice for the exam are enhanced with REA’s audio CD featuring recordings of non-native speakers and a series of questions that replicate the actual test. The book also includes an adaptable study schedule for optimum study time-management and REA’s test-taking tips that boost your confidence on test day! With REA’s PRAXIS II English to Speakers of Other Languages (0360) you’ll move right to the head of the class!
CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION About This Book How to Use This Book Format of the Test Scoring Studying for the Test Study Schedule The Day of the Test CHAPTER 2 LINGUISTIC THEORY Components of Language English Sentence Structures Articulatory Phonetics Major Phonetic Features of the Language The English Vowel System Supra Segmental Elements of English Phonetic Alphabet Theories of Second Language Acquisition Conclusions References CHAPTER 3 TEACHING METHODS AND TECHNIQUES Approaches, Methods, and Strategies Methods for Teaching ESL Modern Adaptations of the Direct Method Humanistic Psychology: Client Centered Differentiating Instruction and Second-Language Proficiency Language Proficiency and Educational Implications Activities to Promote Oral Communication Stages of Reading Home Environment and Early Literacy Classroom Activities to Promote Early Literacy Skills References CHAPTER 4 ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUES AND CULTURAL ISSUES Framework for Assessing English-Language Learners Cultural Considerations When Assessing ELLs Testing and Classifying Students Conclusions References CHAPTER 5 PROFESSIONAL ISSUES English as a Second Language and Bilingual Education ESL Pullout Events that Shaped the Development of Programs for ELLs Conclusions References PRACTICE TEST 1 Answer Sheet Practice Test Answer Key Progress and Competency Chart Detailed Explanations of Answers PRACTICE TEST 2 Answer Sheet Practice Test Answer Key Progress and Competency Chart Detailed Explanations of Answers
