Grammar for English Language Teachers, 2nd Ed.

Grammar for English Language Teachers, 2nd Ed. – Martin Parrott

Many English language teachers, both native and non-native speakers, find that they need a deeper understanding of grammar in order to explain it clearly and help students overcome difficulties. Grammar for English Language Teachers, Second Edition, by teacher trainer Martin Parrott and published by Cambridge University Press, is designed to provide exactly that.

The book offers teachers a clear and practical overview of the main areas of English grammar, including nouns, articles and determiners, adjectives and adverbs, verb forms and tenses, modal verbs, conditionals, the passive, reported speech, relative clauses and sentence structure. Each area is explained in accessible language, with a focus on how grammar is actually used in spoken and written English rather than on abstract rules.

A distinctive feature of the book is its attention to the problems that learners typically have with each area of grammar. Parrott highlights common errors and the reasons behind them, helping teachers anticipate difficulties and respond effectively in the classroom. Exercises with answers allow teachers to check and consolidate their own understanding.

The second edition was updated to reflect developments in language research, with additional material on spoken grammar and features of everyday language.

Clear, thorough and practical, Grammar for English Language Teachers, 2nd Ed. is an essential reference for practicing teachers and trainee teachers on courses such as CELTA and DELTA, and a valuable resource for building confidence in teaching grammar.