Ian Cook What we can learn from successful language learners
For most language learners, time in the classroom and teacherlead tuition is valuable but very limited. Whilst it may be possible to learn about a language in a limited number of classroom hours, communicating effectively in another language is for many a lifelong process, and much of the learning takes place outside of the classroom. This talk will explore what is meant by a successful language learner, the kinds of characteristics that lead to success, plus resources and ideas for encouraging students of English to become independent learners. About the speaker: Ian Cook has worked in education for seventeen years, including five years as an English language teacher in Japan and the UK. He joined Cambridge in 2005, initially working in product management and then business development with Cambridge English Language Assessment, before moving over to Cambridge University Press in 2011. He currently works in the management team for Adult ELT publishing, which includes responsibility for course
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