Name three of the six planning principles. Name any related authors, if applicable. (21)
Developmental stage; meaningful learning; CC; KC L2L; motivating & rewarding activities; operational objectives.
How does Escamilla define "units"?
A way to organise T/L around a content element, bringing together the whole process & making it meaningful.
Name and briefly define the 4 grouping types, stating some benefits/uses of each.
LOCKSTEP: everyone works with the teacher. INDIVIDUAL: everyone works by themselves. PAIR: groups of 2. GROUP: 3 or more.
What method do Brewster, Ellis & Girard reccomend to manage time in our classes? Explain it briefly.
Plan (warm up, review, preview) Do (activate, practice) Review (make students aware of the learning process)
According to Moon, why should we collaborate with our students in the design and creation of materials?
It's a win-win! It's easier for us; we don't have to do it all. Our pupils benefit by being more motivated by being having control over the learning process.
Name the main benefits of having a textbook and the main benefits of NOT having a textbook.
Textbook: Lots of pre-preapared materials; ease of use. No textbook: flexibility and adaptability.
Name some pros and cons of ICT.
Pros: gives us access to all sorts of materials, motivating, support L2L... etc. Cons: expensive, not always availible, allows teacher to take a passive role
Name some exables of visual aids and explain how you would use them in class.
Newspapers, comics, realia, flashcards, classroom decoration, white/blackboard, smartboard, puppets and props, etc.
How does Dornyei suggest we motivate our students? Name any other relevant authors. (25)
Prepare; assist; cooperative environment; clear success criteria; motivational feedback; ZPD
