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English 8 Public

Checking students' understandings of young learners' characteristics and related issues

Study Slideshow

Name 3 distinctive characteristics of young leaners

curious, short attention span, preference for fun and play, easily distracted, physically active, etc.

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Name two learning activities you think young learners usually enjoy in an English class.

singing songs and playing games

10

Name one technique that English language teachers usually use for young learners.

songs and chants/ storytelling/ games

10

Name one way that English teachers can facilitate young learners' language learning.

Using authentic materials (songs, movies, music, video clips, leaflet, brochures), roleplays and physical activities, etc.

10

Should teachers use English only when giving instructions in English classes for young learners?

Yes/No

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Why should teachers of young learners make learning fun?

Because young learners are easily distracted and have short attention span.

10

Why should teachers of young learners use different types of interactions (pairs, groups, whole class)?

Because they are social and learning to related to others.

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Name 3 common games in English classes for young learners?

Simon says, charades/ pictionary, board race, hangman, hot seat, bingo, etc.

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