By the end of this module you should be able to:

• explain the issues involved in choosing suitable texts for the L2 classroom;
• select and edit L2 texts for use in class;
• exploit learners' background knowledge and knowledge of text types;
• employ a range of techniques to facilitate preliminary work on L2 texts in class;
• provide effective teacher introductions to L2 texts;
• employ different exercises to help guide students' reading of an L2 text;
• ask varied questions in class to help students process L2 texts effectively;
• develop a wide range of follow-up exercises that lead on naturally from text-based work.