BLOQUE I Flashcards
What are the four foundational language skills mentioned in the text?
The four foundational language skills are speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Why is written language considered more challenging than spoken language?
Written language is more challenging because it lacks direct feedback, relies on formal grammar and structure, and requires explicit teaching.
According to Vygotsky, what role does social interaction play in language development?
According to Vygotsky, social interaction plays a key role in children’s cognitive and language development.
What skills do children develop in the initial stages of learning to read in English?
Children develop their understanding of the relationships between letters, sounds, and words.
What are some examples of activities that help students in the later stages of reading?
Examples include matching parts of sentences, filling gaps, sequencing, and predicting text completion.
Why is phonics instruction important in early reading?
Phonics instruction is important because it teaches letter-sound relationships, helping students decode new words.
What are the two categories of writing activities?
The two categories are Learning to Write and Writing to Learn.
What does the Preparatory Stage of writing involve?
It involves mastering handwriting and spelling, starting with drawings and scribbles.
At what stage do children start focusing on communicative effectiveness in writing?
This happens at the Awareness of Audience stage (around 9 years old).
What is a key principle in the initial stages of L2 writing?
Children should only write what they can say in English.
Name one activity suggested for developing spelling skills in English.
Activities include using visual aids, such as word cards or alphabet games.
What types of writing tasks are older pupils encouraged to do after mastering basic skills?
They are encouraged to write for specific contexts, such as letters, stories, posters, or poems.
How can teachers support the organization of ideas in writing?
Teachers can use graphic organizers like flow charts, grids, or word maps.
What types of writing fall under “Personal Writing”?
Personal writing includes diaries, shopping lists, reminders, and recipes.
