Product reviews for Independent Thinking on MFL

Independent Thinking on MFL is a superb, practical and eminently sensible book which straddles lots of current dichotomies. It draws on both traditional and progressive approaches, is equally rooted in research and in practice, advocates the centrality of knowledge while highlighting the need to develop skills and wider learning, and is as much child-centred as it is subject-centred. It really is a book for anyone interested in teaching international languages and offers much to those simply interested in learning.

Crista Hazell has pulled off quite a coup with this book. It is a manifesto for modern languages, a really useful handbook full of advice, hints, tips and techniques, and an insight into relevant research and support - all wrapped in a warm, personal and engaging style. -‹