One-On-One Language Teaching and Learning: Theory and Practice

From the perspective of the tutor, teaching a language one-to-one is not just one more way of doing what classroom teachers do. With only one learner, it is possible to give serious attention to principles of second language acquisition such as motivation, error treatment, and learner autonomy, which are more difficult to address in classroom learning. One-on-One Language Teaching and Learning brings together a strong theoretical framework with practical suggestions and actual experiences of language learners and tutors from around the world. It applies research in the field of language acquisition and teaching to issues like building a strong tutor-student relationship, working with multilingual learners, and learning various skills and strategies. The book will be valuable for tutors of many languages, not only English, as well as learners who wants to take a more active role in one-on-one learning.

With only one learner, it is possible for the teacher to give serious attention to principles of second language acquisition such as motivation, error treatment, and learner autonomy, which are more difficult to address in classroom learning. This book combines theory with practical suggestions, making it invaluable for language tutors.

Tasha Bleistein is Assistant Professor and Director of Online TESOL Programs at Azusa Pacific University, USA. Tasha has over ten years experience as a EFL teacher, having taught in Honduras and China. Her areas of expertise include Chinese English Educators' Professional Development, Course Design, Professional Development and TESOL Pedagogy.

 

Marilyn Lewis is Honorary Research Fellow in the Department of Applied Language Studies and Linguistics at The University of Auckland, New Zealand. In her retirement she enjoys conducting workshops for language teachers in Asia. Her publications include The International Student Handbook (co-authored), Using Student-Centred Methods with Teacher-Centred Students (co-authored) and Giving Feedback in Language Classes.

1. Introduction to One-on-One Learning and Teaching
2. Learning and Tutoring Options
3. The Tutor-Learner Relationship
4. Individual Differences in One-to One Learning and Teaching
5. Approaches to Teaching One-to-One and Learning Styles
6. Preparation for Sessions
7. Choosing Materials and Structuring Sessions
8. Teaching One-on-One Sessions
9. Technology and One-to-One Teaching
10. Focusing on Skills