Language Learning in Ministry: Preparing for Cross-Cultural Language Acquisition
Ebook
Chart a Path for Language Success Are you excited to minister in another culture, but worried about learning the language of the people you are going to serve? A new culture and a new language will change you and your family in dramatic ways. But in this book, Jan Dormer, veteran missionary and language learning specialist, dispels common myths about second language acquisition (SLA) and shares a hopeful outlook. Language Learning in Ministry is essential for learning a new language. With chapters on both formal and informal language learning to guide the selection of language schools, programs, and methodologies, Dr. Dormer walks you through the options, opportunities, and challenges ahead. Special attention is given to: Viewing language learning through a ministry lens Language development of children and families’ needs, including schooling options and opportunities for MKs to learn the local language Personal application—walking readers through decision-making processes to chart a path for success in language learning Rich resources, such as language proficiency scales, language learning methodologies, and online resources A task-based language learning curriculum that can be adapted to any language Do not let language learning be a desert of waiting, but rather a launchpad for ministry opportunities. Utilizing the knowledge and guidance provided in this book will minimize your stress, increase the potential for your success in acquiring a new language, and fuel your ministry.
Seeing great value in learning the heart language of those we’re called by God to serve, I believe the book you’re holding is a special gift he is providing through Dr. Jan Dormer. She has personally walked the road of second language acquisition (SLA). More recently, she has given herself tirelessly to understanding how learning a second language can best be done. Through extensive research and interaction with many language learners and their helpers, Dr. Dormer brings insightful counsel, lays out helpful models, and even debunks common myths about SLA. This is an excellent twenty-first century text for SLA and for all mission leaders working closely with new language learners! Dr. Bob Fetherlin President, One Mission Society Former missionary in Africa and Vice-President for International Ministries with The Christian and Missionary Alliance
I looked for a long time for a book that addresses the language learning needs of families as they live and serve outside their home cultures. Many books on second language learning are focused on learning English in a classroom environment so they fail to offer practical help for families in a variety of cross-cultural living and schooling situations. When I met Dr. Dormer, I knew that she had the experience, training and passion to write a work that would fulfill this need. Her personal experience growing up cross-culturally and then raising her own family overseas gives her a unique and credible perspective to add to her intense study on this topic. I highly recommend this book to all families anticipating or currently living in a country where learning the local language will make a qualitative difference in their ability to adapt to their new home. Nancy Elwood, M.S. MK Education International Coordinator, GEM Co-founder and Team Leader, SHARE Education Services Co-founder, Professional Association of Cross-cultural Consultants in Education
- Title: Language Learning in Ministry: Preparing for Cross-Cultural Language Acquisition
- Author: Jan Edwards Dormer
- Publisher: William Carey Publishing
- Print Publication Date: 2021
- Logos Release Date: 2023
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Ebook
- ISBNs: 9781645083269, 9781645083238, 1645083233, 1645083268
- Resource ID: LLS:9781645083269
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2024-06-06T00:54:17Z