Steve Walsh

Spoken English: The Basics offers a clear, non-jargonistic introduction to what the study of spoken English entails, ranging from its basic phonology and the grammar and vocabulary of speaking to the role of speaking in society. The book describes and illustrates how spoken English is used in a globalised and technology-led world, using data from a range of contexts.Key features of this book include:• An introduction to the basics of the study of phonology, accents, and dialects• Discussions of the role of AI and its educational and language teaching applications• Examples from British English data, but with reference to spoken data from other varieties of English including North American English, Indian English, Hong Kong English, South African English, Kenyan English, Irish English, Caribbean English, second language learners and expert non-native usersFeaturing a glossary of key terms, this book will be of interest to students of several sub-disciplines where spoken English is involved, including corpus linguistics, ESOL/ELT, sociolinguistics, education and literacy, lingua franca and World English, among others, where often a knowledge of the workings of spoken language is assumed.The online resources can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@stevewalsh1284. These materials are created and maintained by the authors and are not the responsibility of Taylor and Francis.

Spoken English: The Basics offers a clear, non-jargonistic introduction to what the study of spoken English entails, ranging from its basic phonology and the grammar and vocabulary of speaking to the role of speaking in society. The book describes and illustrates how spoken English is used in a globalised and technology-led world, using data from a range of contexts.Key features of this book include:• An introduction to the basics of the study of phonology, accents, and dialects• Discussions of the role of AI and its educational and language teaching applications• Examples from British English data, but with reference to spoken data from other varieties of English including North American English, Indian English, Hong Kong English, South African English, Kenyan English, Irish English, Caribbean English, second language learners and expert non-native usersFeaturing a glossary of key terms, this book will be of interest to students of several sub-disciplines where spoken English is involved, including corpus linguistics, ESOL/ELT, sociolinguistics, education and literacy, lingua franca and World English, among others, where often a knowledge of the workings of spoken language is assumed.The online resources can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@stevewalsh1284. These materials are created and maintained by the authors and are not the responsibility of Taylor and Francis.

Jack McGee grows up on the violent streets of 1970s Bronx, burdened with a decision. This could shape Jack's identity forever-boy or man, courage or cowardice? JoinJack and his Irish bias, as he wanders through the Bronx life accompanied by a cast of colorful characters. Some are smarter than others, and there are some who might bedeemed a little too colorful given their skin shade.

This book critically reflects on the challenges faced by refugee aspirant professionals in securing employment and the ways in which professional intercultural competence development and attendant language learning practices can help facilitate the professional (re)integration in these communities.The volume draws on data from a large-scale research project that saw refugee aspirant professionals, researchers, and volunteer language teachers working together to develop and operationalise key intercultural skills needed for professional employment in the UK, the Netherlands, and Austria, ultimately culminating in a toolkit of free online resources co-designed to meet the needs of communities and facilitate the development of these practices across Europe. Detailed analyses of the data drawn from the project allow for critical reflections on co-production in intercultural spaces and researchers’ positionality, power relations, and ethical choices in multilingual contexts. Taken together, the book offers both theoretical and practical considerations for application beyond the European context toward better facilitating the professional (re)integration of migrant communities on a more global scale.The book will be of particular interest to students and researchers in intercultural communication, refugee studies, and language education.

ELT: The Basics offers a clear, non-jargonistic introduction to English language teaching for EFL/ESL teachers in training, early career teachers, those considering taking up ELT, and experienced teachers who may want to read about the way the profession has developed and continues to evolve.Key features of this book include: Real classroom data and data from ELT training programmes Discussion of a wide range of learning contexts and different types of learners (young learners, adults, third age, academic, refugees and immigrants, etc.) Comparisons of different types of syllabuses and methods, and discussion of current technologies An emphasis on classroom interaction as the key to maximising learningFeaturing a glossary of key terms, cartoons and illustrations, further reading, personal reflection points, and discussion of the most important and relevant research, this book is a clear and accessible introduction to the complex field of ELT.

ELT: The Basics offers a clear, non-jargonistic introduction to English language teaching for EFL/ESL teachers in training, early career teachers, those considering taking up ELT, and experienced teachers who may want to read about the way the profession has developed and continues to evolve.Key features of this book include: Real classroom data and data from ELT training programmes Discussion of a wide range of learning contexts and different types of learners (young learners, adults, third age, academic, refugees and immigrants, etc.) Comparisons of different types of syllabuses and methods, and discussion of current technologies An emphasis on classroom interaction as the key to maximising learningFeaturing a glossary of key terms, cartoons and illustrations, further reading, personal reflection points, and discussion of the most important and relevant research, this book is a clear and accessible introduction to the complex field of ELT.

In "Make the 10X Leap," seasoned entrepreneur and business strategist Steve Walsh takes you on a journey into the entrepreneurial mindset and strategies that catapult your business to a new level. Scaling a business doesn't just happen overnight - it requires a deep understanding of business models, robust planning, and strategic deployment of resources. This is what the 10X Leap is all about. This book is your ultimate guide to overcoming growth barriers, making decisive strategic moves, raising the right capital, and scaling your business tenfold. Uncover the secrets to avoiding The Prolonged Stall, a term coined by Steve Walsh to explain the crippling effect of indecision in business. Once mastered, you'll explore how to become investor-ready, craft an irresistible investor pitch, and deploy capital effectively to maximize ROI and accelerate growth. But this book isn't just about business strategy. It also uncovers the human elements of entrepreneurship. From building a strong team culture to maintaining authenticity and transparency with stakeholders, you'll learn what it takes to inspire people and foster growth. Whether you're a founder on the brink of your first funding round, a business owner looking to scale, or an investor seeking insight into high-growth companies, this book provides a roadmap to reach your 10X Leap. Prepare for a transformative journey to the highest levels of business success. Grab "Make the 10X Leap" today and join the ranks of entrepreneurs who have used these strategies to scale their businesses beyond their wildest dreams.About the Author Steve Walsh is more than an entrepreneur or angel investor - he is a force that redefines the boundaries of what is possible. With over 25 years of financial and investment expertise, Steve has crafted a career of bold decisions and innovative strategies. His journey, which includes successfully navigating the turbulent waters of risk and reward, ultimately led him to establish Bison Equity Group, a venture capital firm committed to empowering entrepreneurs. Steve's influence extends far beyond his professional achievements. He is an inspiring figure whose genius zone has always been in helping others see a bigger vision for what is possible, embrace their higher potential, and make their own leap toward success. Now, through his book "Make the 10X Leap," Steve continues his mission to help entrepreneurs see their company's Scalability Factor while guiding them through what it takes to get it done. Connect with him on social media or his website to witness his captivating story and ignite the 10X fire within you. As the saying goes, every leap begins with a decision to jump. Steve's challenge to you is this - Are you ready to leap?

This book critically reflects on the challenges faced by refugee aspirant professionals in securing employment and the ways in which professional intercultural competence development and attendant language learning practices can help facilitate the professional (re)integration in these communities.The volume draws on data from a large-scale research project that saw refugee aspirant professionals, researchers, and volunteer language teachers working together to develop and operationalise key intercultural skills needed for professional employment in the UK, the Netherlands, and Austria, ultimately culminating in a toolkit of free online resources co-designed to meet the needs of communities and facilitate the development of these practices across Europe. Detailed analyses of the data drawn from the project allow for critical reflections on co-production in intercultural spaces and researchers’ positionality, power relations, and ethical choices in multilingual contexts. Taken together, the book offers both theoretical and practical considerations for application beyond the European context toward better facilitating the professional (re)integration of migrant communities on a more global scale.The book will be of particular interest to students and researchers in intercultural communication, refugee studies, and language education.

When Wilson Armitage meets Daisy Meadowcroft in a dream and arranges to meet her the next day, in Starbucks, in real life, his cover is blown. Wilson is a Number 11, one of a small group of remarkable people able to learn through their dreams and now he has a partner.Enthralled by their shared gift, an ability to bridge the gap between dreams and reality, they strike up a close friendship and encourage each other to seek a rational explanation for their unique talents.As Wilson and Daisy investigate the boundaries of their 'night classes' in The Market Square, Wilson's best friend, Teaps, is struggling to come to terms with his alcoholic father and a mother who disappeared seventeen years earlier. Convinced she'll return one day, Teaps sparks a desire in Wilson and Daisy to use their talents for a greater purpose, to find the missing mum. In the quest for answers however, they discover the repercussions of playing God and influencing the future can have dire consequences. When a priceless artefact from a dream is inadvertently taken back to bed by Daisy, the dream terrors begin.

Offering a unique, data-led, evidence-based approach to reflective practice in English language teaching, this book brings together theory, research and practice in an accessible way to demonstrate what reflective practice looks like and how it is undertaken in a range of contexts. Readers learn how to do and to research reflective practice in their own settings. Through the use of data, dialogue and appropriate tools, the authors show how reflective practice can be used as an ongoing teaching tool that supports professional self-development.

Offering a unique, data-led, evidence-based approach to reflective practice in English language teaching, this book brings together theory, research and practice in an accessible way to demonstrate what reflective practice looks like and how it is undertaken in a range of contexts. Readers learn how to do and to research reflective practice in their own settings. Through the use of data, dialogue and appropriate tools, the authors show how reflective practice can be used as an ongoing teaching tool that supports professional self-development.

This title identifies the features of a dynamic classroom and shows how this interaction affects teacher success. How does a dynamic classroom operate? What role does interaction play? This textbook examines the relationship between language, interaction and learning and shows how classroom discourse can be applied to develop and improve teaching. Combining examples from everyday practice with theoretical approaches, this book provides a comprehensive account of current perspectives on classroom discourse. It introduces techniques for encouraging effective data collection and analysis. It includes task commentaries. It contains practical exercises. It features a glossary of technical terms.

This title identifies the features of a dynamic classroom and shows how this interaction affects teacher success. How does a dynamic classroom operate? What role does interaction play? This textbook examines the relationship between language, interaction and learning, and shows how classroom discourse can be applied to develop and improve teaching. Combining examples from everyday practice with theoretical approaches, this book provides a comprehensive account of current perspectives on classroom discourse. It introduces techniques for encouraging effective data collection and analysis. It includes task commentaries. It contains practical exercises. It features a glossary of technical terms.

Routledge Introductions to Applied Linguistics consists of introductory level textbooks covering the core topics in Applied Linguistics, designed for those entering postgraduate studies and language professionals returning to academic study. The books take an innovative "practice to theory" approach, with a ‘back to front’ structure which takes the reader from real life problems and issues in the field, then enters into a discussion of intervention and how to engage with these concerns. The final section concludes by tying the practical issues to theoretical foundations. Additional features include tasks with commentaries, a glossary of key terms, and an annotated further reading section.This book looks particularly at the relationship between language, interaction and learning. Providing a comprehensive account of current perspectives on classroom discourse, the book aims to promote a fuller understanding of interaction, regarded as being central to effective teaching and introduces the concept of classroom interactional competence (CIC).The case is made in this book for a need not only to describe classroom discourse, but to ensure that teachers and learners develop the kind of interactional competence which will result in more engaged, dynamic classrooms where learners are actively involved in the learning process. This approach makes an invaluable resource for language teachers, as well as students of language and education, and language acquisition within the field of applied linguistics.

Routledge Introductions to Applied Linguistics consists of introductory level textbooks covering the core topics in Applied Linguistics, designed for those entering postgraduate studies and language professionals returning to academic study. The books take an innovative "practice to theory" approach, with a ‘back to front’ structure which takes the reader from real life problems and issues in the field, then enters into a discussion of intervention and how to engage with these concerns. The final section concludes by tying the practical issues to theoretical foundations. Additional features include tasks with commentaries, a glossary of key terms, and an annotated further reading section.This book looks particularly at the relationship between language, interaction and learning. Providing a comprehensive account of current perspectives on classroom discourse, the book aims to promote a fuller understanding of interaction, regarded as being central to effective teaching and introduces the concept of classroom interactional competence (CIC).The case is made in this book for a need not only to describe classroom discourse, but to ensure that teachers and learners develop the kind of interactional competence which will result in more engaged, dynamic classrooms where learners are actively involved in the learning process. This approach makes an invaluable resource for language teachers, as well as students of language and education, and language acquisition within the field of applied linguistics.

Introducing language use and interaction as the basis of good teaching and learning, this invaluable book equips teachers and researchers with the tools to analyze classroom discourse and move towards more effective instruction.Presenting an overview of existing approaches to describing and analyzing classroom discourse, Steve Walsh identifies the principal characteristics of classroom language in the contexts of second language classrooms, primary and secondary classrooms, and higher education settings. A distinct feature of the book are the classroom recordings and reflective feedback interviews from a sample group of teachers that Walsh uses to put forward SETT (Self Evaluation of Teacher Talk) as a framework for examining discourse within the classroom. This framework is used to identify different modes of discourse, which are employed by teachers and students, to increase awareness of the importance of interaction, and to maximize learning opportunities.This book will appeal to applied linguists, teachers and researchers of TESOL, as well as practitioners on MEd or taught doctorate programmes.

Introducing language use and interaction as the basis of good teaching and learning, this invaluable book equips teachers and researchers with the tools to analyze classroom discourse and move towards more effective instruction.Presenting an overview of existing approaches to describing and analyzing classroom discourse, Steve Walsh identifies the principal characteristics of classroom language in the contexts of second language classrooms, primary and secondary classrooms, and higher education settings. A distinct feature of the book are the classroom recordings and reflective feedback interviews from a sample group of teachers that Walsh uses to put forward SETT (Self Evaluation of Teacher Talk) as a framework for examining discourse within the classroom. This framework is used to identify different modes of discourse, which are employed by teachers and students, to increase awareness of the importance of interaction, and to maximize learning opportunities.This book will appeal to applied linguists, teachers and researchers of TESOL, as well as practitioners on MEd or taught doctorate programmes.