Jan's Prezi for this session. Acquisition vs Learning We acquire language through comprehensible input (listening and reading). It is an unconscious process and it happens when the learner is focused on the meaning of the message. "Acquisition requires meaningful interaction in the target language - natural communication - in which speakers are concerned not with the form of their utterances but with the messages they are conveying and understanding." Dr. Stephen Krashen A few strategies to increase fluency More information in the form of handouts available for download at: http://ntprs.org/ntprs.org/Downloads_2011.html These handouts were part of the NTRPS Convention in July 2011. READING - FREE VOLUNTARY READING (FVR) The secret of its effectiveness is simple: children become better readers by reading. Is free voluntary reading the only program students will ever need to become accomplished readers? No. But research has shown that children who don’t read for pleasure have an extremely tough time developing the language and literacy competencies necessary to succeed in today’s world. Dr. Krashen, http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6367048.html Reach Out and Read Program Research about Reach Out and Read Program See also books listed below. Personalized comprehensible input or even better -- compelling input Focus on target phrases and personalize by:
Embedded Reading What is Embedded Reading? - Explanation of what it is, and how it benefits students. One Way to Create an Embedded Reading - Start with 2 or 3 focus phrases and build from there. Example of Embedded Reading Story (in Spanish) - scroll down to the Enrique el Increíble story resources Songs and Chants Create chants or songs using target phrases and vocabulary Find popular songs that use the target phrases Use Cloze activities (one of the best for listening comprehension) Repetition and SLOW down Use questions to get more repeats of target structures SLOW down, enunciate clearly (slowly increase speed as students 'get it') Teach to the eyes Contrastive Grammar With target structures written on the board (with translations) in two different colors, and the grammatical point highlighted in a third color, ask students to compare 2 structures. For example, present tense of 'wants to buy' with past tense of 'wanted to buy.' Focus on meaning not structure. Ask "What does _______________mean?" Recommended Reading Nancie Atwell, The Reading Zone Nancie Atwell, The Book Whisperer Stephen Krashen, The Power of Reading Stephen Krashen, The Natural Approach Stephen Krashen, Explorations in Language Acquisition and Use Dr. Ken O'Connor, How to Grade for Learning Rick Wormeli, Fair Isn't Always Equal |
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