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Which are the factors that contribute to classroom discipline and are potentially within the control of the teacher?

Classroom management, methodology, interpersonal relationships, lesson planning, and student motivation.

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Mention one example where we might prefer not to correct a learner’s mistake.

In fluency work, for example, when the learner is in mid-speech, and to correct will disturb and discourage more than help.

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Mention some tips for asking questions to check comprehension.

Do not ask: “Do you understand?”, ask everyone, avoid repetition parrot-fashion, encourage interpretation, personalize, and encourage discussion on meaning.

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What does monitoring refer to?

This is where we go round the class, watching and listening to specific SS, pairs, or groups to help them with the task.

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Why group work and easy language can be used to solve the use of Spanish?

Useful oral practice is still likely to be far more than in the full-class set-up, and it should be easily recalled and produced.

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What is grouping and how it can help you in class?

It refers to learning experiences in which SS work together on the same task. It can help build a positive and engaging learning community.

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How can the teacher meet learning needs?

Choosing suitable: Materials and topics, activities, interaction patterns, approach to teaching, language and skills, learning strategies, and workload.

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Is it possible to learn a language as well as enjoy oneself at the same time? What is one of the best ways?

Yes, it is. One of the best ways of doing this is through games.

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With elementary learners, is simple, clear, familiar language sufficient to get complex messages across?

No. The learners may need a demonstration of the activity as well.

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Types of cues that elicit specific sentences from learners might include:

words (spoken or written), flashcards, realia, questions, gesture/mime, and statements.

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What do you need to take into consideration when using the board?

Check it is clear and legible, organize it clearly, give clear instructions, and if they're copying, give them enough time to do so.

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Is it enough only to use the coursebook in class? How can we enrich it?

No, it's not. You can enrich the class by using TILP, worksheets, realia, visuals, media, etc.

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What are peripheral materials? What are the most common ones?

They're elements that enrich the learning environment in terms of atmosphere, content, theme and motivation. E.g. posters, music, puzzles, costumes, props, etc.

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