Optimizing Language Learners Nonverbal Behavior : : From Tenet to Technique / / Tammy Gregersen, Peter D. MacIntyre.

This book highlights the pivotal role that nonverbal behavior plays in target language communication, affect and cognition. It integrates research tenets and video demonstrations of nonverbal behavior with structured activities that will guide teachers and learners of any language to capitalize on t...

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Superior document:Title is part of eBook package: De Gruyter MultiLingual Matters Complete eBook-Package 2017
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Place / Publishing House:Bristol ;, Blue Ridge Summit : : Multilingual Matters, , [2017]
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Year of Publication:2017
Language:English
Series:Second Language Acquisition
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Table of Contents:
  • Frontmatter
  • Contents
  • Notes for Readers
  • Foreword
  • Preface
  • Part 1: Introduction
  • Introduction
  • Background on Nonverbal Behavior, its Teachability and General Training Recommendations
  • Part 2: Codes
  • Gesture
  • Posture
  • Facial Expression
  • Eye Behavior
  • Space and Touch
  • Prosody
  • Part 3: Activities
  • Communicative Techniques
  • Affective Techniques
  • Cognitive Techniques
  • Conclusion - Nonverbal Positive Communication
  • References
  • Author Index
  • Subject Index