Full Description
Completing Assignments in TESOL and Applied Linguistics: A Practical Guide is an invaluable companion for anyone dealing with assignments in these fields.
This hands-on guide walks students through every stage of assignment preparation, from unpacking assignment briefs and engaging in critical reading, to synthesising sources and developing academic writing. With clear, step-by-step guidance, each chapter addresses key skills while offering targeted support for specific assignment types, including:
Critiquing a journal article, course, test or digital application
Language analysis assignments
Designing and justifying a lesson plan
Reflective assignments
Academic presentations
Research proposals
Contributions from educators and previous students worldwide provide balanced perspectives on tackling tasks that are enriched with real examples, feedback and reflective commentaries, as well as frequently asked questions. Designed to build confidence and competence, this accessible guide is essential for students aiming to succeed in TESOL, applied linguistics and related fields.
Contents
Introduction
PART 1: GENERAL PRINCIPLES
Chapter 1
Strategies for success in TESOL and applied linguistics: A student perspective
Chapter 2
Critical thinking for TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 3
Critical reading for TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 4
Academic writing for TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 5
The assignment process: Planning assignments in TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 6
The assignment process: Writing assignments in TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 7
Making the most of your assignment feedback in TESOL and applied linguistics
PART 2: SPECIFIC ASSIGNMENTS
Chapter 8
Critical discussion of an issue in TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 9
Critiquing a journal article in TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 10
Critiquing a course, test, or digital application in TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 11
Language analysis assignments in TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 12
Designing and justifying a lesson plan in TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 13
Reflective assignments in TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 14
Academic presentations in TESOL and applied linguistics
Chapter 15
Research proposals in TESOL and applied linguistics
Conclusion
Beyond the dissertation
