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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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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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How can we cater for students' need?

We can do this by varying our teaching style, approaches, materials, topics,etc.

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Go to last place!

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Swap points!

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Take points!

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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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Win 20 points!

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Go to first place!

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Give points!

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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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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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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Go to last place!

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Go to first place!

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Go to first place!

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Lose 25 points!

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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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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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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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