Explores how literature is used as a model of spoken language and to develop speaking skills in second language learning.

For millions of individuals all over the world, speaking in a second language is a daily activity. It is therefore important that research in applied linguistic

This book unpacks recent changes in the landscape of literature and language teaching, and aims to find new explanations for the altered relationships between r

The volume constitutes a state-of-the-art account of issues related to teaching, learning and testing speaking in a second language. It brings together contribu

Practical and easy to use, Essential Speaking Skills is the definitive guide to teaching speaking to students of English as a second or additional language. Bri