Second Language Acquisition
Define "Second Language Acquisition (SLA)"
Learning a non-native language in an environment where that language is spoken
Name a teaching style that emphasizes teamwork and peer learning.
Collaborative/Cooperative learning
Name one activity that supports visual learners
Using charts, flashcards, or diagrams
What color pen is better to use when giving feedback?
Blue or green
Name one of Krashen's Five Hypotheses
Input Hypothesis or Monitor Hypothesis, Affective Filter Hypothesis, Acquisition-Learning Hypothesis, Natural Order Hypothesis
Which teaching style focuses on the teacher as the primary source of information and direct instruction?
Direct Instruction
Describe an activity that encourages kinesthetic learning.
Role-playing or hands-on building
What is one way to check if students understand your feedback?
Asking them to fix their mistakes, etc.
In Krashen’s theory, what is the term for providing input that is slightly above the learner's current level?
Comprehensible Input
What is the primary goal of Montessori-style teaching?
Fostering independence and self-directed learning
What is the goal of interactive storytelling in the classroom?
Engaging students and encouraging language use through questions and props
Which grading method involves exchanging and scoring a partner’s work?
Peer review or partner assessment
Which hypothesis emphasizes the emotional factors affecting language learning?
Affective Filter Hypothesis
What type of teaching emphasizes critical thinking, independence, and teacher-student collaboration?
Authoritative teaching style
What activity involves students moving around the classroom to find objects based on clues?
Treasure Hunt or Scavenger Hunt
Provide an example of positive reinforcement in the classroom.
Praising students with stickers or points for participation
Describe the difference between acquisition and learning in SLA.
Acquisition is subconscious, while learning is a conscious process
What teaching style focuses on the learner’s interests, allowing them to choose their learning path?
Student-Centered
Name an interactive classroom activity that we did in class that incorporates movement and song.
'Cupid Shuffle', 'Head-Shoulders-Knees-Toes', etc.
What is one benefit of oral interviews as a form of assessment?
It evaluates speaking and pronunciation skills directly