Professional development and adult English language instruction

Series or Serial: Trends and issues

Publisher: National Center for ESL Literacy Education

Published At: Washington, DC

Date Published: 2002

Distributor: Center for Applied Linguistics

Source Address: 4646 40th Street, N.W.

Source City/State/Zip: Washington DC 20016-1859

Phone: (202)-362-0700

Material Type: Research/Technical Report

Intended Audience: Policy Maker

Physical Media: Print

Physical Description: 2 p

Subjects: Professional Development; Adult Education; English (Second Language)

Abstract:
This trends and issues report discusses issues related to the difficulties of delivering professional development to teachers of adult English language learners. The characteristics of employment in adult education programs are summarized. Best practices in professional development practices are detailed. References are included.

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