BLOQUE II Flashcards
Why do writing and reading require formal instruction for acquisition?
Writing and reading require formal instruction because they involve complex skills, such as decoding written symbols, grammar, and punctuation, which are not naturally acquired like speaking.
What are some key differences between written and oral language?
Written language is permanent, follows stricter grammatical rules, requires clarity due to the absence of gestures or intonation, and involves graphic features like spelling and punctuation, which are less critical in oral communication.
What sequence is commonly followed in language instruction for beginners?
Teachers often follow the sequence: listening → speaking → reading → writing, introducing writing later due to its complexity.
What are two strategies students use for reading comprehension?
• Skimming: Obtaining the general idea of the text, such as understanding the plot of a story.
• Scanning: Quickly locating specific information, like times in a timetable or items on a menu.
How does Schema Theory relate to reading comprehension?
Schema Theory emphasizes that meaning is constructed by combining the information in the text with the reader’s background knowledge, experiences, and cultural context.
What are the three stages of a reading comprehension lesson?
• Pre-reading: Linking the topic to students’ experiences or knowledge and making predictions.
• While-reading: Focusing on tasks like identifying general ideas or finding specific information.
• After-reading: Answering comprehension questions, summarizing, or discussing the text.
What is the purpose of associating visual forms with words in beginner-level reading activities?
Associating visual forms with words helps beginners connect written words with their meanings, making it easier to remember and understand the language.
What is the primary focus of the process approach to writing instruction?
The process approach emphasizes the stages of writing, including prewriting, drafting, and rewriting, to improve students’ work and prioritize content and message over just the final product.
Why is learning to write important?
• Learning to write is essential because it:
1. Develops proficiency in both oral and written language.
2. Is necessary for real-life tasks like emails or reports.
3. Reinforces oral communication skills.
What are three key writing strategies for learners?
The three key writing strategies include:
1. Writing words and forms correctly.
2. Writing appropriately for the context.
3. Writing with coherence.
What role does peer evaluation play in the writing process?
Peer evaluation allows students to experience feedback from an audience beyond the teacher, encouraging them to consider the reader’s perspective and improve their writing.
What is the purpose of error correction codes in writing instruction?
Error correction codes help students identify and correct their mistakes independently, fostering learning without direct teacher intervention.
What are “communicative activities” in writing, and how do they help students?
Communicative activities reproduce real-life situations, such as “information-gap” tasks, where students exchange missing information. These exercises enhance writing by emphasizing meaningful and purposeful communication.
- What is the primary goal of integrated-skill instruction (ISI) in EFL classrooms?
The primary goal of ISI is to help students achieve communicative competence by focusing on language use, fluency, and authentic contexts, rather than just language forms and rules.
How does the Task-Based Approach (TBA) benefit learners and teachers?
For learners, TBA fosters communicative competence by linking classroom activities with real-world language use. For teachers, it allows them to monitor students’ progress across multiple skills simultaneously, while promoting motivation through meaningful content.
