I hope it is OK to post a position on this site related to the ESOL world -- I am looking for an RA with a background in health research who would like to work an ESRC study with me called, 'Home/Work: The Roles of Education, Literacy, and Learning in the Social Networks and Mobility Patterns of Migrant Carers.' The website for applying is: http://www.personnel.lancs.ac.uk/vacancydets.aspx?jobid=A957Thanks! Many thanks, Sondra
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Sent: 19 December 2007 12:21
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Subject: New ESOL Resources from NIACE
Hello!
Just out: new publications on ESOL from NIACE. Among them is Sheila Rosenberg's 'Critical History of ESOL' - Looking forward to reading this (and the others) very much.
James
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NIACE has recently published 3 new exciting titles on the subject of ESOL (English for speakers of other languages).
A critical history of ESOL for adults in the UK 1870–2006 Sheila K. Rosenberg ISBN 978 1 86201 268 4 £22.95/US$43.00/€36.50 Not only traces the development of ESOL provision but also presents a fascinating account of black people’s experience of education in the UK. A knowledge of the history is now a professional requirement, making this book essential reading.
ESOL: the context for the UK today
Jane Ward
ISBN 978 1 86201 322 3
£12.50/US$25.00/€21.00
An extensive literature review which surveys policy documents, research and academic writing on ESOL. An excellent starting point for a more in-depth inquiry.
ESOL and citizenship
A teachers’ guide
Chris Taylor
ISBN 978 1 86201 312 4
£9.95/$20.00/€17.00
This guide focuses on a learner-centred approach to ESOL in the context of citizenship. It includes information on the political context; the terminology used; examples of good practice; and ideas on learning activities.
More information is available on these titles at http://www.niace.org.uk/publications where they can also be purchased.
NIACE - The National Institute of Adult Continuing Education
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