SLA Theory
Teaching ESL
Brain Studies
Tomlinson
TBLT
100
These skills are the first to develop in second language learners.
What are receptive skills?
100
All ESL teachers teach under this set of standards. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Standards
What are the WIDA English Language Development Standards?
100
This hypothesis explains that it is easier for younger learners to acquire another language due to the age when lateralization occurs in the brain. (2 words)
What is Critical Theory Hypothesis?
100
Name 2 facts about him.
Brian Tomlinson most published author in the field British Created first MA in Materials Development Founder of MASTDA
100
The letters TBLT stand for...
What is Task-based Language Teaching?
200
These skills involve speaking and writing in a language.
What are expressive language skills?
200
These are known as "the four skills"
What are listening, speaking, reading, and writing?
200
This method of presentation involves both listening and reading, or viewing and listening simultaneously.
What is multimodality?
200
Materials development is part of which branch of research? A___________ L_____________
What is applied linguistics?
200
Name a requirement of the task.
Must have a clear sequence: beginning-middle-end Goes from simple-to-complex Facilitates retelling Includes linguistic features Metacognitive awareness
300
Name 2 class activities that promote oral language development.
Interviews Pair work Student presentations Talk shows Drama
300
This is the annual assessment for all ELLs.
What is the ACCESS for ELLs?
300
If a child was forced to relocate to the U.S. and learn a new language, this may impact his _________________ to learn.
What is motivation?
300
Tomlinson created these for evaluation of materials. THINK: Rubric in textbook
What are the 5 principals of materials development?
300
This is looking and commenting on what you see- it involves more than just comprehension. N...
What is noticing?
400
The time during which a language learner may refrain from speaking, but is actively listening.
What is the Silent Period?
400
This numbered document provides official guidance from NJDOE on how to run a bilingual/esl program.
What is Ch. 15 the Bilingual Code?
400
Maintain this in your classroom to keep anxiety down.
What is "low affective filter"?
400
This theory involves the emotional aspect of learning.
What is affective engagement? or What is the affective filter?
400
Learners naturally adapt this during oral language production in TBLT.
What is linguistic output? What is attend to linguistic forms?
500
This promotes looking and learning by watching. (Hint: synonym for looking)
What is extended viewing?
500
You will join this state organization once you are an ESL or bilingual teacher.
What is NJTESOL/NJBE?
500
Name three benefits of bilingualism.
Better executive control Greater auditory development Increased concentration Greater cognitive reserve (defense against Alzheimers') Increased neuroplasticity
500
This principal ensures that material is challenging and engages critical thinking.
What is cognitive engagement?
500
Name 3 benefits of TBLT.
Strengthens working memory. Encourages noticing and attention. Recognizes aptitude. Promotes interaction-driven language learning. Provides authentic learning context. Facilitates types of talk.