Ma'am Belle Flashcards
What is the Lexical Approach?
The Lexical Approach emphasizes the acquisition and use of vocabulary and collocations to develop language proficiency.
What are the key characteristics of the Lexical Approach?
Key characteristics include vocabulary-centered instruction, exposure to lexical chunks and collocations, authentic language use, focus on collocation and appropriateness, and learner autonomy.
What does vocabulary-centered instruction entail?
Vocabulary is a key component of language learning and is taught and practiced systematically.
What are lexical chunks and collocations?
Learners practice using common phrases, collocations, and chunks of language to develop fluency and accuracy.
How is language taught in the Lexical Approach?
Language is taught in meaningful and authentic contexts, reflecting natural language use.
What is the focus on collocation, connotation, and appropriateness?
Learners understand how words and phrases are used together and their nuances in different contexts.
What does learner autonomy mean in the Lexical Approach?
The approach encourages learners to actively learn, explore, and use vocabulary independently.
What is the Competency-based Approach?
The Competency-based Approach focuses on developing specific language competencies necessary for effective communication in real-life contexts.
What are the key characteristics of the Competency-based Approach?
Key characteristics include skills-based instruction, task-based learning, assessment of performance, and a learner-centered approach.
What does skills-based instruction involve?
Language skills such as listening, speaking, reading, and writing are taught with a focus on achieving specific communicative goals.
What is task-based learning?
Learners engage in real-life tasks that require applying language skills in authentic contexts.
How is learner performance assessed in the Competency-based Approach?
Performance is evaluated based on demonstrating specific language competencies in relevant tasks.
What does a learner-centered approach mean?
Learners actively learn, set goals, and work towards achieving specific language competencies.
