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Taylor, Barry P. – TESOL Quarterly, 1975
A remedial approach involving review, contrast, and re-review for remedying second language learners' errors is suggested. (RM)
Descriptors: Error Patterns, Language Instruction, Learning, Learning Processes

Taylor, Barry P.; Wolfson, Nessa – TESOL Quarterly, 1978
"Directed conversation," involving a functional approach and role playing, is recommended for English as a second language classes instead of unstructured conversation groups. The student practices not only syntax and vocabulary but the specific sociolinguistic rules appropriate to the speech situation. (SW)
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), Conversational Language Courses, English (Second Language), Language Fluency

Taylor, Barry P. – TESOL Quarterly, 1976
Composition requires intellectual and logical skills of organization as well as linguistic and grammatical skills. There is no reason to wait until students are proficient in English before introducing composition. This paper outlines a low-level ESL composition program effective when coordinated with grammar instruction. Sample exercises are…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Teaching Methods, Writing (Composition)

Taylor, Barry P. – TESOL Quarterly, 1983
Principles and techniques important in the integration of real communication skills and practice in classroom activities within a student-centered curriculum are outlined and discussed. The need for a classroom environment promoting real communication is stressed, and materials design principles are noted. The role of explicit grammar instruction…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Communication, Classroom Environment, Communicative Competence (Languages)

Taylor, Barry P. – TESOL Quarterly, 1982
Presents rationale for basing ESL instruction on notions of reality and authenticity by focusing on inadequacy of grammatically-based approaches in teaching appropriate language use and inadequacy of notional/functional syllabus. Real communication is most likely to occur when speaker and hearer are involved, especially when learner has a stake in…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, English (Second Language), Learning Activities, Second Language Instruction

Taylor, Barry P. – TESOL Quarterly, 1981
The act of essay writing itself can serve to formulate thought and shape ideas. In the English as a Second Language classroom, this translates into an approach which places composition revision in a central position between content and written form. This approach more closely reflects the writing process. (Author/PJM)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, English (Second Language), Language Skills, Postsecondary Education