Cultivating a new ecosystem in English language teaching: a focus on researchers in a textbook development project

Thomas, Oliver F. and Eleanor, Aria (2023) Cultivating a new ecosystem in English language teaching: a focus on researchers in a textbook development project. Research Studies in English Language Teaching and Learning (RSELTL), 1 (4). pp. 181-187.

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Abstract

This study explores the evolving landscape of English language teaching and the critical role researchers can play in textbook development. Traditional methods, often rigid and outdated, are increasingly giving way to dynamic, learner-centered approaches, influenced by advancements in pedagogy and socio-cultural shifts. Despite these changes, textbooks, a cornerstone in language education, often remain static and unresponsive to current educational needs. This disconnect between research and practice not only questions the textbooks' relevance but also affects their effectiveness. By integrating researchers into the textbook development process, this study argues for a more empirically-grounded, dynamic, and responsive pedagogical framework. Researchers can offer cutting-edge insights in areas such as second language acquisition, corpus linguistics, and educational psychology, thus enhancing the quality and efficacy of textbooks. The study posits that the inclusion of researchers can help bridge the existing gap between theory and practice, thereby creating a more enriching and effective educational ecosystem for English language teaching.

Item Type:	Article
Journal / Publication Title:	Research Studies in English Language Teaching and Learning (RSELTL)
Publisher:	Pierre Online Publications
ISSN:	2977-0394
Departments:	Institute of Education > Initial Teacher Education
Additional Information:	Oliver F. Thomas & Aria Eleanor, English Department, University of Cumbria, UK. Under Creative Commons Licence: Atribución 4.0 Internacional (CC BY 4.0).
Depositing User:	Anna Lupton
Date Deposited:	11 Oct 2023 14:51
Last Modified:	13 Jan 2024 15:31
URI:	https://insight.cumbria.ac.uk/id/eprint/7345

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