Grammar for Sentence Combining: Underpinning Knowledge for Adult Literacy Practitioners

This clearly written and accessible guide outlines the principles of sentence combining: the technique for expanding sentence structure by creating compound and complex sentences from simple sentences. Sentence combining is the one aspect of grammar teaching that has been demonstrated through research to improve the quality of learners' writing. It demystifies syntax by explaining the basics of sentence structure and conjunctions, and equipping teachers/tutors with underpinning knowledge that empowers them to confidently deliver effective teaching of writing skills. The book covers an effective grammar teaching strategy demonstrated to improve the quality of learners' writing and relates concepts to practical teaching strategies. It is a user-friendly accessible resource for teachers to use for their continuing professional development and to support classroom practice. It is a recommended text for adult literacy training courses, and for general degree-level language and literacy courses as an introduction to the subject.