Introduction to TEFL

Question 1

What is “Think-Pair-Share (T-P-S)”?

Answer 1

A strategy where students:
- Think individually about a topic.
- Pair up to discuss ideas.
- Share conclusions with the class.
Benefit: Encourages participation and communication.

Question 2

What is the role of “Didaktik” in TEFL?

Answer 2

The theoretical framework that answers:
What to teach?
Why to teach it?
To what end?

Question 3

Define the “Craft Model” in teacher education.

Answer 3

Teachers learn by observing and imitating experienced practitioners.
Limitations: Lacks creativity and innovation.

Question 4

What are the principles of experiential learning in TEFL?

Answer 4

• Organize practical experiences like role plays and projects.
• Reflect on these experiences for improvement.

Question 5

Name the three teaching models in TEFL (Wallace, 1991)

Answer 5

• The Craft Model (learning by imitating experienced practitioners).
• The Applied Science Model (Applying theoretical knowledge to practice).
• The Reflective Model (Reflecting on teaching practices to develop professional knowledge).

Question 6

What is the “Reflective Model” in teacher learning?

Answer 6

Teachers critically analyze their practices and adapt them to classroom needs.
Goal: Develop tailored and effective teaching strategies.

Question 7

What are the six key questions in language teaching methodology?

Answer 7

What?
When?
Where?
How?
Why?
Which means/tools?

Question 8

Give an example of “media” used in TEFL.

Answer 8

Digital tools (e.g., interactive apps), videos, or authentic materials (e.g., articles, songs).

Question 9

What is “Communicative Competence” in TEFL?

Answer 9

The ability to use language effectively in real-life contexts, combining linguistic, sociolinguistic, discourse, and strategic competence.

Question 10

Name the four components of Intercultural Communicative Competence (Byram).

Answer 10

Education
Knowledge
Interpreting and relating
Intercultural attitudes
Discovery and Interaction

Question 11

What is the role of “Global English” in TEFL?

Answer 11

• Recognizing the diversity of English varieties (e.g., World Englishes).
• Avoiding overemphasis on British or American norms.

Question 12

How does “English as a Lingua Franca” affect TEFL?

Answer 12

• Focus on intercultural communication.
• Teaching norms that suit global rather than native standards.

Question 13

Which key principles exist for Teacher Learning?

Answer 13

1. Develop a research-based and multi-perspective approach to classrooms.
2. Use experiential learning to create action-oriented classroom models.
3. Foster collaboration to develop innovative solutions and tackle challenges.