Vocabulary selection
What does vocabulary selection mean?
Choosing words according to specific principles and criteria.
What is active vocabulary?
Vocabulary used in oral speech, according to the lecture.
What does CEFR stand for?
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
How many main stages are there in teaching vocabulary?
Three stages.
Which technique uses pictures to teach new words?
Illustration
What are the two statistical principles of vocabulary selection?
Frequency and range.
What is passive vocabulary?
Vocabulary used in written speech, according to the lecture.
How many levels does CEFR have?
Six levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2.
What is the first stage of teaching vocabulary?
Presentation of new vocabulary.
Which technique uses body movements to explain words?
Mime or gestures.
What are the three groups of vocabulary selection principles?
Statistical, methodical and linguistic principles.
Approximately how many words are included in the active vocabulary minimum at school?
1,000–1,200 words.
What type of vocabulary do A1 learners have?
Basic isolated words and phrases related to concrete situations.
What is the aim of the drilling stage?
To practise and remember new words.
What is the difference between synonyms and antonyms?
Synonyms have similar meanings; antonyms have opposite meanings.
What are the three methodical principles?
Thematic, semantic and learnability.
What are the two stages of methodological preparation of new vocabulary?
Static stage and dynamic stage.
What can A2 learners do with vocabulary?
They can communicate in familiar everyday situations and express basic needs.
What is the aim of communicative practice?
To use new words independently in communication.
What are the three main ways of conveying word meaning?
Direct, visual and translation techniques.
What are the linguistic principles of vocabulary selection?
Combinability, word-building value, polysemantic words and stylistic unboundedness.
What are the main criteria for selecting passive vocabulary?
Frequency, derivability, polysemy and topical associations.
What vocabulary range is expected at B1 level?
Sufficient vocabulary to express ideas on everyday topics such as family, hobbies, work, travel and current events.
What are the three phases of teaching vocabulary?
Pre-activity, while-activity and post-activity.
What does KIM stand for?
K – Key idea; I – Information; M – Memory clue.