Delivering Processing Instruction in Classrooms and in Virtual Contexts: Research and Practice

by Alessandro G. Benati, John Lee, James F. Lee

Processing Instruction (PI) is an approach to grammar instruction for second language learning. It derives its name from the fact that the instruction (both the explicit explanation as well as the practices) attempt to influence, alter, and/or improve the way learners process input. PI contrasts with traditional grammar instruction in many ways, most principally in its focus on input whereas traditional grammar instruction focuses on learners' output...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1845532473
• ISBN13: 9781845532475
• Release Date: August 2007
• Publisher: Equinox Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher