Teaching English to Young Learners

This book offers a comprehensive overview of the latest research and practices in Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL), with a specific focus on the context of Singapore. Drawing on the expertise of seasoned educators, it delves into various approaches to language instruction, shedding light on effective methodologies and practical applications for teachers. It provides insights into the unique challenges and opportunities of teaching English in this multilingual and multicultural context. The book is divided into three parts. Part 1 provides an overview of the English language education system in Singapore. Part 2 discusses key principles and explores various approaches to Teaching English to Young Learners. Lastly, Part 3 focuses on the assessment of Young Learners' English language proficiency, using language curriculum materials to support the curricular enactment and the importance of metacognitive and metalinguistic awareness in teaching the English language. It is relevant for undergraduate and postgraduate ELT students, scholars, and practitioners of English Language Teaching.

Jason Loh is Senior Lecturer and Deputy Head (Teaching), English Language and Literature Department at the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. His research interests include English language and literacy education, language curriculum development and implementation, and language pedagogy. Two of his key research studies have examined the implementation of the national language education programme and the classroom practices of award-winning English language teachers. Kiren Kaur is Senior Lecturer with the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. She specialises in English Language methodology and teacher development. Her areas of interest cover literacy development and assessment literacy. She has written articles and book chapters in these areas of interest. Sally Ann Jones teaches and researches English language in education in multilingual contexts, focussing on cognitive, cultural, and diversity aspects. While Senior Lecturer at the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, she taught language pedagogy and academic subjects at all levels. She has taught and led teachers in schools in Singapore, the UK, Kenya, and Portugal. She now teaches, consults, and researches freelance.