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Why Teachers Should Develop Their Own Materials.

Cray, Ellen – TESL Talk, 1988

Argues that English-as-a-second-language teachers who develop their own instructional materials are more able to consider their students' interests and needs and are also more able to teach relevant content and language. (Author/CB)

Descriptors: English (Second Language), Language Teachers, Material Development, Relevance (Education)

Developing ESL Materials

Wardhaugh, Ronald – TESL Talk, 1976

ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers must keep several things in mind when preparing materials. Linguistics is still a major descipline to turn to for insights. Recent language research too is valuable. Teachers should be aware of the many good materials already in existence which can be adapted. (CFM)

Descriptors: English (Second Language), Instructional Materials, Language Instruction, Language Research