Do young learners learn faster and more effectively than any other age group or Is it a myth? Why?
It is a myth
Mention some ways in which young children learn - 9 and 10 years old, especially
They: respond to meaning, need indivual attention, find grammar difficult, show enthusiasm and curiosity for learning, etc.
Who do benefit from abstract approaches to language teaching? Why?
Older children and Adults
What are some recommendations for teachers to teach young learners? - children aroung 10 -11
Work individually and in groups, plan activities,provide different enriching activies, being flexible, etc.
Mention some characteristics of adolescents
They:have ablity for abstract, show commitment and passion, feel the need of peer approval, disruptive behaviour
How can teachers deal adolescents' disruptive behaviour?
Engage them in the learning process by preparing meaningul and appealing lessons
Mention some characteristics regarding adult learners
They: have expectations,can be critical of teaching methods, engage with abstract thought, are more disciplined, etc.
Compare young learners vs older learners
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Give some reasons that can make leaning and teaching a problematic situation for adults
experiences, background, past failures, critical of teaching methods
Is it possible to predict students' future progress on the basis of aptitude tests? Does it apply nowadays?
No.
Does it really exist such thing as " a good learner"? if so, what are some characteristics ?
It is a biased...
Is it right to categorize students into good and bad ones? Why?
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