Enhancing Foreign Language Learning: Audiovisual & Tech
Technological and Pedagogical Aspects of Audiovisual Materials
The present essay aims to study the use of new technologies and audiovisual techniques when teaching a foreign language. To do so, the first part of the essay will concentrate on visual materials. In addition to this, some activities will also be presented using visual materials. Secondly, I will consider the aural materials, then I will focus on the audiovisual materials. The last part of the essay will deal with Computer-Assisted Language
Read MoreThe Significance of Foreign Languages and Linguistic Diversity
Topic: Relevance of the knowledge of foreign languages as an instrument among people and countries, and interest in linguistic diversity by getting to know a foreign language and its culture.
1. Introduction
2. Language Families
3. Relevance of Knowledge of Foreign Languages
a) Language as a barrier
b) Reasons to learn a foreign language
c) Relevance of learning English language
4. Interest in Linguistic Diversity
a) Current law and English as a Foreign Language according to the current curriculum
b)
Read MoreEnhancing English Learning: Drama Techniques in the Classroom
Unit 19: Drama in the English Classroom
Unit 19: Drama in the English classroom. Dramatization techniques. Pair and group work in creative activities. The role of the teacher. The present essay aims to study the use of drama in the foreign language classroom. In order to do so, I will first concentrate on the definition of Drama, presenting drama techniques and factors of genuine communication. In addition, I will study the benefits of drama in language teaching. The second part of the topic will
Read MoreBilingualism, Language Acquisition, and CLIL Principles
Bilingualism and Language Acquisition
Equilibrated: Individuals with equal competence in both languages. Dominant: Individuals more skilled in one of the two languages. Coordinated: Individuals who can use both languages in the same situations. Compound: Individuals who associate each language with a different context. Early and Late: Refers to when each language is learned. Simultaneous and Consecutive: Refers to whether both languages are acquired at the same time or one after the other. Subtractive:
Read MoreEffective Language Teaching: CEFR, UDL, and Acquisition Methods
Unit 1: Foundations of Language Learning
UDL (Universal Design for Learning): Developed by David Rose and CAST, based on inclusive design principles from architecture. UDL aims to create conditions where information is accessible to all. UDL Guidelines 3.0 provides elements for curriculum design: aims, key competences, specific competences, evaluation criteria, basic knowledge, and learning situations. Areas include growth in harmony, discovery and exploration of the environment, and communication
Read MoreLanguage Learning Activities: Games, Stories, Routines
Characteristics and Functions of Games
Key Theories and Concepts
- Vygotsky: The context of play creates zones of proximal development for the child.
- Langran and Purcell: Language game – a tool to create a situation in the classroom which provides learners with opportunities for using the target language.
- Thornbury (1995?): Distinguished between competitive games and cooperative games.
- Hadfield (1998): Categorized games as cooperative, competitive, and individualistic.
- Lengeling and Malarcher (1997): Identified