Modern Persian, Elementary Level: Like a Nightingale by Gocheleishvili, Iago

Modern Persian, Elementary Level: Like a Nightingale

Modern Persian, Elementary Level is an innovative Persian language textbook It is intended for university-level learners and...
$224.63 AUD
$224.63 AUD
SKU: 9781785271069
Product Type: Books
Please hurry! Only 0 left in stock
Author: Iago Gocheleishvili
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Subtotal: $224.63
10 customers are viewing this product
Modern Persian, Elementary Level: Like a Nightingale by Gocheleishvili, Iago

Modern Persian, Elementary Level: Like a Nightingale

$224.63

Modern Persian, Elementary Level: Like a Nightingale

$224.63
Author: Iago Gocheleishvili
Format: Paperback
Language: English

Modern Persian, Elementary Level is an innovative Persian language textbook It is intended for university-level learners and features material for two consecutive semesters of elementary Persian. The textbook implements the most recent trends in language instruction including the basic tenets of flipped learning and communicative language teaching methodology with a student-centric approach to language instruction. Strengthened by its contemporary real-world topics; high-frequency structures and vocabulary; thematic presentation of material; a plethora of engaging speaking activities in each chapter; designated listening, reading and writing sections; and integration of cultural material, this textbook is a straightforward and culturally engaging way to acquire functional proficiency in spoken and written Persian. Complete with a companion website with over 200 audio and video presentations, an answer key, a searchable audio dictionary, and a special appendix for instructors that features classroom activity materials for the entire year, this textbook is an innovative and modern language-learning resource. This textbook is also available in an E-book format in order to make language learning accessible on the go, wherever you are. .

The theoretical framework and underlying linguistic philosophy of the book, its methodology and practical approach to language instruction, format, and learning objectives are based on the latest trends in foreign language instruction defined by the Modern Language Association and the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. The material of the textbook also reflects the 5 Cs of National Standards in Foreign Language Education.

Modern Persian, Elementary Level features all the attributes necessary for the implementation of modern practices in foreign language instruction such as context-based teaching for real-world objectives, integrated approach toward all language skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing), thematic presentation of material, differentiation between proficiency and competence, and student-centred classrooms. The curriculum, lessons plans, exercises and activities that inspired the material of the chapters have been tested at Cornell University for several years with groups of students from beginners with no background in Persian to Persian-heritage students, undergraduate and graduate students, and even faculty members from other fields. Feedback from students has been considered and incorporated. Modern Persian, Elementary Level is inspired by the author's extensive years of experience in designing and teaching less-commonly-taught language programs and is informed by the experiences, research, and data across various modern languages. The textbook is intended to train literate f Persian speakers and teaches familiarity with both colloquial pronunciation and written spelling as practised naturally by Persian native speakers.



Author: Iago Gocheleishvili
Publisher: Anthem Press
Published: 06/05/2020
Pages: 444
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 2.13lbs
Size: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.99d
ISBN: 9781785271069

About the Author

Iago Gocheleishvili, PhD, is a senior lecturer of Persian Studies at Cornell University. He has been designing and teaching university-level courses in less commonly taught languages since 2003. Gocheleishvili designed the Persian language section at Cornell University, and has been in charge of curriculum design and teaching Persian language at the university's Department of Near Eastern Studies since 2006. He has also been teaching courses on state, society and culture of modern Iran.


Returns Policy

You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).

You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

Shipping

We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.

Related Products

Recently Viewed Products