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Publications


PUBLISHED BOOKS

I have written extensively about English Language Teaching and technology:

  • Digital Literacies
    Pearson, 2013 (with Gavin Dudeney & Mark Pegrum)
    Part of the new ‘Research & Resources’ teacher development series, this book takes in the theory and practice of digital literacies, providing a wealth of activities to help develop these skills with students of all ages, as well as practical advice on assessment and integration into the curriculum.
    [buy on Amazon]
  • Webinars: A Cookbook for Educators
    The Round, 2012 [download a free sample]
    Webinars is an e-book that shows you how to cook up the perfect webinar. Covering everything from Utensils (hardware and platforms) and Ingredients (activities) to Cooks (presenters and moderators), the approach is direct and hands-on. Includes plenty of practical advice on how to run great webinars and online classes, using text chat, audio and video conferencing. Read online reviews here, here and here .
    [buy on Amazon] [other purchase options]
  • Teaching Online
    Delta Publishing, 2010 (with Lindsay Clandfield) [download a free sample]
    Essential reading for any teacher interested in online teaching and course delivery. It deals comprehensively with both the tools and the techniques necessary for online language instruction. Find out more at the DELTA Publishing website. Read online reviews here and here, and listen to an author interview with Nicky. Read this review from TESOL Spain.
    [buy on Amazon]
  • Learning English as a Foreign Language for Dummies
    John Wiley & Sons, 2009 (with Gavin Dudeney)
    Do you know a bit of English, and want to improve without a teacher? Whether you′re a student, a traveller, or you just want to learn basic English, this plain–speaking guide will help you pick up the essentials so you’ll be understanding and speaking English in no time.
    [buy on Amazon]
  • How to Teach English with Technology
    Pearson Longman, 2007 (with Gavin Dudeney)
    How to Teach English with Technology is a practical guide for teachers who wish to use new technology in the classroom. It looks at current applications but also helps you prepare for the future. This publication won the 2008 Ben Warren International House Trust Prize for the most outstanding work in the field of language teacher education. Read online reviews here and here.
    [buy on Amazon]

REGULAR COLUMNS

  • English Teaching Professional magazine
    ’5 Things you always wanted to know about ICT (but were too afraid to ask)’ column, 2009 – present
  • ELTJ (English Language Teaching Journal)
    ‘Technology for the Language Teacher’ column, 2010 – present
  • Modern English Teacher
    A series of articles on mobile and handheld learning for English Language teachers 2012-2013. Download the articles in PDF format from here.
  • NATECLA News
    Regular ICT for teachers articles, 2007 – present

OTHER

See more of my articles, interviews and presentations here.

Interview by the British Council on mobile learning