ABSTRACT
More and more, ESL/EFL teachers are required by their employers to obtain a Master’s degree in TESOL. Thousands of ESL/EFL teachers are acquiring professional skills and knowledge through online and distance education instructional models. Filling a growing need and making an important contribution, this book is a forerunner in addressing some of the issues and problems for online distance learning and instructional delivery in TESOL and applied linguistics departments in universities around the world. Carefully addressing the complexity of the field, this volume includes primary research and case studies of programs where a variety of online distance models are used. Structured in a logical sequence, the readable and accessible content represents the collected expertise of leading language teacher educators. Each chapter brings the reader a better understanding and ability to apply knowledge about online distance TESOL education.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part |71 pages
PART I Learning in Online Distance TESOL Settings
chapter |15 pages
4 Addressing The Challenges Of Online Assessment
part |75 pages
PART II Teaching in Online Distance TESOL
chapter |17 pages
11 Investigating Assessment In Online Discussions
part |30 pages
PART III Administration of Online Distance TESOL Programs
chapter |9 pages
12 Administration Of Online Distance Education
chapter |13 pages
14 Planning A Distance Education Course For Language Teachers
part |15 pages
PART IV Looking Ahead