Improving Written Expression in the Classroom

The Importance of a Written Expression Workshop

Why must we consider organizing a workshop on written expression?

The basic idea of the workshop is to find a time, a space, and a theme for pupils to develop a written text, and for the teacher to actually help them do so. The objective of the workshop is to develop comprehension strategies. The most important points to consider when organizing the workshop in the classroom are:

  • The subjects of writing: These should be varied and motivating over the
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Linguistic, Sociolinguistic, and Pragmatic Competence in Language Learning

Linguistic, Sociolinguistic, and Pragmatic Competence

Yiyi: Introduction to Text

1. Linguistic Competence:

  • Vocabulary (themes as numbers: 1, 2, 3, etc.)
  • Grammar (tenses as present; word classes as verbs, nouns, prepositions – as, by, of -, relatives – what, who -, adjectives, determiners)
  • Spelling (contractions as it’s; double letters as foot; special spelling as enjoyable)
  • Pronunciation (may not be used)

2. Sociolinguistic Competence:

  • Register (formal/informal)
  • Dialect/Accent
  • Markers of social relations
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Effective Teaching Techniques: Domains, Objectives, and Teenagers

Effective Teaching Techniques

Teachers in the 21st century have access to a wide array of information about the latest research on how students learn. They should be knowledgeable and willing to apply such research to their classroom.

Language Acquisition in Childhood

Teachers must remember how the acquisition of language takes place in childhood:

  • Environment
  • Visualization
  • Life Experiences
  • Family Support
  • Teacher Guidance
  • Class – Practice

Bloom’s Taxonomy and Knowledge Acquisition

In childhood, the acquisition

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Understanding Journalistic Texts: Features and Genres

Journalistic Texts: An Overview

Journalistic texts serve a dual purpose: to inform and to comment, while also aiming to entertain the reader, particularly in sections like hobbies and supplements.

Basic Features of Journalistic Texts

  1. Plural Reception: They are aimed at large groups, assuming prior knowledge and references.
  2. Unidirectional Communication: Immediate feedback is difficult, limiting the receiver’s influence on the information.
  3. Diverse Codes: They use linguistic codes, iconography (photos,
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Enhancing English Skills: A Practical Approach

1. Contribution to Competencies

The main idea of this session is to work on competencies that allow students to adapt to new situations in English and learn how to interact in different kinds of situations. That being said, the main dimensions to take into account will be oral communication for the English area and the…

2. Teaching Objectives

The objectives that we want the students to achieve are broken down into two categories: those for English and those for…

English Subject:

  • Vocabulary: Students
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Fostering Equity and Inclusion in Education: Assessment, Communication, and Action

Fostering Equity and Inclusion in Education

How can classroom assessment, evaluation, and marking promote equity, collaboration, fairness, and respect for diversity? Here are some questions to consider when assessing student progress:

  • How can we ensure that our assessment systems promote the success of all students, rather than promoting competition?
  • How can assessment tools and marking policies be used to build the skills of all learners?
  • How can assessment tools and marking policies be used to build
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