Teaching Practice Flashcards
How does an L1 learner acquire language?
An L1 learner acquires language through daily interactions and communication with parents.
How does an L2 learner acquire language?
An L2 learner learns in a classroom with limited real-life practice.
Why are L2 learners less motivated than L1 learners?
L2 learning is not always a necessity for communication.
How can teachers encourage learner autonomy?
By allowing choices, using real-life contexts, and promoting self-assessment.
What are the main differences between L1 and L2 learning?
L1 learning is natural and daily, while L2 learning is classroom-based and less immediate.
What are the similarities between L1 and L2 learning?
Both follow developmental stages, require readiness, and need meaningful practice.
How can teachers support L2 learners in classrooms?
By creating purposeful learning, relating lessons to real life, and providing feedback.
What are the VAK learning styles?
Visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles.
How do visual learners learn best?
They learn best through images, charts, and reading.
What are some internal factors affecting learning?
Anxiety and motivation influence learning effectiveness.
What are external factors affecting learning?
Class setting, teaching style, and curriculum impact learning.
What is a syllabus?
A syllabus is a structured outline of a course.
What are key components of a syllabus?
Course content, objectives, assessments, teaching methods, and policies.
What are the types of syllabi?
Structural, functional, situational, task-based, content-based, and notional-functional.
What is the IRE classroom communication pattern?
It follows Initiation, Response, and Evaluation.
What is the IRF communication pattern?
It includes Initiation, Response, and Follow-up for natural conversations.
When should IRE be used?
It is useful for checking accuracy and reinforcing knowledge.
When should IRF be used?
It is useful for fluency-building and natural communication.
What is learner autonomy?
It is the ability of learners to take charge of their own learning.
How can teachers promote learner autonomy?
By encouraging inquiry, identifying learning styles, and using self-assessment.
What language does the Grammar Translation Method primarily use in class?
It uses the students’ first language (L1).
What is the focus of the Grammar Translation Method?
It focuses on translation and grammatical rules.
What is the main characteristic of the Direct Method?
It prohibits the use of L1 and emphasizes speaking.
How does the Audio-Lingual Method (ALM) teach language?
It uses repetitive drills and memorization.
What is the goal of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT)?
It focuses on real-life communication.
How does Task-Based Learning (TBL) teach English?
It uses English as a tool to complete tasks.
What is the teacher’s role in the Grammar Translation Method?
The teacher explains grammar and corrects translations.
What is an example of a CLT activity?
Role-playing real-life conversations.
Why do teachers blend different methodologies?
To meet students’ needs effectively.
What are learning outcomes?
They define what students should achieve by the end of a lesson.
Why are learning outcomes important?
They help teachers plan lessons effectively.
What are Can-Do Statements used for?
They describe specific skills students should achieve at each level.
What does PPP stand for in lesson planning?
Present, Practice, and Produce.
What does PDP stand for in lesson planning?
Pre-, During-, and Post-activity.
What is the difference between formative and summative assessment?
Formative is ongoing, while summative is at the end of a course.
Why is needs assessment important?
It helps teachers understand students’ prior knowledge and goals.
What are receptive skills in language learning?
Reading and listening.
What are productive skills in language learning?
Speaking and writing.
Why is pair work useful in language learning?
It provides more speaking opportunities.
What is the difference between fluency and accuracy?
Fluency is about natural speech, while accuracy is about correctness.
What is a rubric used for in assessment?
It defines quality expectations for student work.
What is self-assessment?
Students evaluate their own work.
What is an example of a constructed response assessment?
Writing an essay.
What is an example of a selected response assessment?
A multiple-choice test.
How do assessments help teachers?
They guide teaching and track student progress.
What is assessment?
It is the process of evaluating student learning, skills, and abilities.
What is the purpose of assessment?
It helps teachers understand student progress and adjust instruction.
When is diagnostic assessment used?
At the beginning of a course to identify prior knowledge.
What is formative assessment?
It provides feedback during learning to guide instruction.
What is summative assessment?
It measures overall learning outcomes at the end of a course.
What is performance assessment?
It requires students to demonstrate skills through tasks or projects.
What is self and peer assessment?
Students assess their own or each other’s work.
What are examples of assessments?
Tests, quizzes, essays, presentations, and projects.
How should assessments be planned?
Based on learning objectives to track progress and improvement.
Why use L1 for giving directions?
To ensure understanding without focusing on English.
When should L1 be used for explanations?
When introducing new or difficult concepts.
Why use English for classroom language?
To expose students to everyday English.
What is accuracy in language learning?
Speaking or writing without errors.
What is fluency in language learning?
Speaking or writing naturally without frequent corrections.
How can fluency be practiced?
Through role-plays and interviews.
What is circumlocution?
Describing a word without saying it directly.
How does personalization help learning?
It engages students through real-life experiences.
What are textbook adaptations?
Modifying activities to be more interactive or relatable.
What is realia in teaching?
Using authentic materials like menus or advertisements.
What is teaching?
The transfer of knowledge from teacher to pupils.
What is the modern teacher’s role?
A facilitator, mentor, and collaborator.
What is induction and closure skill?
The ability to start and end lessons effectively.
What is explaining skill?
The ability to clearly present concepts to students.
What is questioning skill?
The ability to ask meaningful questions to engage students.
What is variation stimulus?
Using different teaching methods to maintain student interest.
What is reinforcement skill?
Providing feedback and encouragement to students.
What is classroom management skill?
Managing student behavior and class activities effectively.
What is teaching small group and individual skill?
Adapting teaching methods for different group sizes.
What do learning outcomes define?
What students should be able to do by the end of a lesson or course.
What is the purpose of vocabulary activities?
To teach aspects of a word, such as form, meaning, and use.
How does a word search activity support learning outcomes?
It helps students recognize spelling, understand meaning, and practice writing.
What is formative assessment used for?
To monitor student progress and adjust teaching accordingly.
What is the purpose of summative assessment?
To evaluate overall achievement at the end of a unit or course.
Give an example of a formative assessment for free-time activity verbs.
Picture prompts for verbal descriptions.
Give an example of a summative assessment for vocabulary learning.
A multiple-choice test on appropriate vocabulary.
What are the three aspects of vocabulary assessment?
Form, meaning, and use.
What is passive vocabulary?
Words students recognize but do not actively use.
How can passive vocabulary be assessed?
Through reading and listening activities.
What is active vocabulary?
Words students can use in speaking and writing.
Give an example of an assessment for active vocabulary.
Role-plays or writing activities.
What is self-assessment?
A process where students evaluate their own learning progress.
Give one benefit of self-assessment.
It increases learner autonomy.