Tesol Worksheet – Unit 3

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WORKSHEET – UNIT 3 Task 1 – Based on your understanding of the unit, which four teaching methods do you think have most influenced current TEFL practice? Give a brief summary of each and give reason(s) for your choice. I think current TEFL practice have been influenced by: Grammar - translation It is important for students to learn to use correct grammar when using the English language, and to expand their vocabulary. I think current TEFL education have been influenced by this way. I think it is important for students to learn to use correct grammar when learning the English language. Task-Based Learning In this method the focus is to solve a task while using the English language. The teacher can help the student (if necessary) and give the student feedback. I think current TEFL education have been influenced by this way. I think Task-Based Learning is a good way to talk about current situations in our society. Communicative Language Teaching Activities in CLT typically require students to use the language in real life situations. I think current TEFL education have been influenced by CLT. I think Communicative Language Teaching is a good way of learning how to use English in our “daily life”. Suggestopaedia This method focus on the need for the students to be comfortable, confident and relaxed in order for learning to be more effective. I think current TEFL education have been influenced by Suggestopaedia. I think Suggestopaedia is a good way. It is important to be your students friend. Task 2 – State five ‘engage’, five ‘study’ and five ‘activate’ stage activities (also give the probable language level of the students): Engage – Games: "Slap the word" Good for young students (1-6 years old). Probable language level: Beginners. Discussions: "What about our weather today" Good for High school students. Probable language level: Low/pre-intermediate.
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