Language Development Provision in Teacher Training Curricula.

Murdoch, George

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Publication Date: 1994

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Language Development Provision in Teacher Training Curricula.

Murdoch, George

ELT Journal, v48 n3 p253-65 Jul 1994

This article discusses the training of nonnative teachers of English as a Second Language (ESL), focusing on the need for such teachers to develop a high level of English language proficiency. A survey of Sri Lankan ESL teacher trainees found that most considered language proficiency to be the most important aspect of their curriculum. (12 references) (MDM)

Descriptors: College Students, English (Second Language), English Teacher Education, Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Language Proficiency, Second Language Instruction, Student Attitudes, Teacher Education, Teacher Education Curriculum

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Sri Lanka

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