David Heathfield Livres
Cet auteur se concentre principalement sur l'application pratique de la créativité dans l'éducation linguistique, en soulignant le pouvoir de la narration, du théâtre et de la chanson. Son travail découle de son expérience personnelle dans l'enseignement de l'anglais à divers groupes d'étudiants et dans l'animation d'ateliers à travers l'Europe. Il pense qu'en partageant ses idées et en encourageant l'expression de soi, des améliorations notables de la confiance et de la fluidité peuvent être réalisées. Son approche repose sur la conviction que la reconnaissance et le soutien ont un impact fondamental sur le développement de la créativité et des compétences en communication.
Introduces you to the art of telling an unscripted story, and provides you with the opportunity to bring stories from many cultures to vibrant life in your language teaching. This book includes stories from around the world - and focuses on the telling techniques that will make all the difference as you tell them.
Storytelling with our students
Techniques for telling tales from around the world
Storytelling With Our Students invites you on a captivating journey with David Heathfield, an experienced teacher and storyteller. He explores the art of unscripted storytelling, enabling you to bring diverse cultural narratives to life in your language teaching. This approach fosters confidence, enhances language skills, and boosts speaking and listening fluency while increasing motivation and interaction. Teachers learn effective storytelling techniques, while learners discover their own storytelling potential. The book features global stories and emphasizes essential telling techniques. Structured in three parts, the first section delves into the history of storytelling across cultures and its integration into language education. The second part offers a rich collection of stories, each paired with strategies for effective delivery. The chapters highlight the roles of both teachers and students as storytellers, revealing the depth of classroom storytelling. The final section presents additional opportunities for those who wish to explore the enchanting realm of stories, suggesting that this book can be just the start of a personal storytelling journey.