Systems in English Grammar: An Introduction for Language Teachers (2nd Edition, 2017) by Peter Master
In linguistics, a system refers to a set of choices. When we speak or write, we aren't just following rules; we are making selections from different systems—like definiteness —to convey a specific message. Systems in English Grammar: An Introduction for Language
Alternatively, . Save it, annotate it, and begin building your own system-based grammar toolkit – one conscious choice at a time. Save it, annotate it, and begin building your
If you are creating a curriculum based on a , your syllabus should look like this, not like a traditional textbook: A student grammar says, "Use the past perfect
You might ask: Why not just use a student grammar book? Because student grammars are designed for acquisition ; teacher grammars are designed for analysis . A student grammar says, "Use the past perfect for the earlier past." A teacher grammar says: