This exciting new publication featuring chapters from some of the foremost practitioners in the field of modern languages today closely examines research-based analysis, structural contexts and classroom practice in teaching and learning. After analysing the current situation, each author proposes radical solutions to current problems and the whole book provides much needed fresh thinking on methodology and pedagogy. Contents: Introduction - Simon Green PART I: RESEARCH-BASED CRITICAL ANALYSIS 1. Learning and Teaching Strategies Michael Grenfell , University of Southampton 2. Learner Autonomy David Little, Trinity College, Dublin 3. Motivation and Learners of Modern Languages Gary Chambers, University of Leeds PART II: CURRENT EDUCATIONAL CONTEXT 4. The Primary Sector Ann Gregory, College of Ripon and York, St John 5. Modern Languages within a Policy for Language in Education Christopher Brumfit, University of Southampton 6. Higher Education Anthony Lodge, University of St. Andrews PART III: CLASSROOM PRACTICE 7. Logging on to Learning Philip Hood, University of Nottingham 8. Vocational Languages John Thorogood, CILT Language Teaching Adviser 9. Meeting the Challenge: Developing the 3Cs Curriculum Do Coyle, University of Nottingham Conclusion Kim Brown, University of East Anglia