definitions
What does “teaching vocabulary in context” mean?
Presenting words in sentences, texts, or real-life situations.
Why is contextual learning better than memorizing lists?
It is more meaningful
Name one technique to teach vocabulary in context.
Reading texts / dialogues / storytelling / games (any one).
Give one weather word.
Sunny / rainy / windy / cloudy.
What must context be for learners?
Clear and simple.
Are words taught separately or in use?
In use (as part of real language)
How does context help memory?
Words are easier to remember in stories or situations.
What do students do before using a dictionary?
Guess meaning from context.
Where do we hear “passport, luggage, flight”?
At the airport.
What happens if too many words are introduced?
Students feel overwhelmed.
What is context?
A situation or text that shows the meaning of a word
What do students learn besides meaning?
How and when to use words.
What is role-play used for?
Practicing real-life situations.
What activity teaches restaurant vocabulary?
Role-play ordering food.
What must teachers balance?
Context and practice.
Why is context important?
It helps learners understand how words are used.
What language feature is learned (e.g., “make a mistake”)?
Collocations.
What is “realia”?
Real objects used in teaching.
What can teachers show to teach market vocabulary?
Pictures or videos.
Why can context be difficult?
It may be too complex.
What is the opposite of teaching in context?
Teaching isolated word lists.
What cultural aspect does context show?
Cultural nuances of words.
What method uses tasks like planning a holiday?
Task-based learning.
What activity uses storytelling?
A narrative with new words.
What is one main difficulty of this method?
Managing vocabulary load.