Research Article
Community in a hurry: Social contracts and social covenants in short-term ESL courses
Article first published online: 23 MAR 2009
DOI: 10.1002/ace.325
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New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education
Special Issue: Bringing Community to the Adult ESL Classroom
Volume 2009, Issue 121, pages 55–64, Spring 2009
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How to Cite
Martinsen, R. A. (2009), Community in a hurry: Social contracts and social covenants in short-term ESL courses. New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, 2009: 55–64. doi: 10.1002/ace.325
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- Issue published online: 23 MAR 2009
- Article first published online: 23 MAR 2009
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Abstract
This chapter provides an in-depth look at the nature of community building in short-term ESL courses. Examples of classroom practices are provided.