Andrzej Cirocki Libros

Focused on Applied Linguistics, this academic journal features ten articles that explore contemporary issues in second language acquisition and EFL pedagogy. Key topics include the Lingua Franca Core in English pronunciation, innovative memorization techniques, dynamic assessment in Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), and the use of multimodal technologies in language instruction. Additionally, it addresses translanguaging in multilingual classrooms, the preparedness of pre-service teachers for diverse learners, and the professional identities of TESOL educators.

Focusing on the professionalization of English Language Teaching (ELT), this guide addresses the essential development of teacher competencies in the 21st century. It examines critical areas for teacher education, emphasizing the need for teachers to transform classrooms, engage with contemporary debates, and respond to policy changes. The authors advocate for high-quality, lifelong learning educators who can lead and innovate in language education. This resource is invaluable for teachers, educators, researchers, and policymakers in the ELT field.

Fostering learner autonomy in language education is the central focus, emphasizing the development of this autonomy through various pedagogical tasks. The study explores four key approaches: learner-related, classroom-related, resource-related, and technology-related. By integrating classroom theory, research, and practical applications, it aligns with the philosophy of social constructivism, highlighting the role of human interaction in the processes of knowledge and learning.