Learn English Language Teaching Methods: Week 7

Learn English Teaching Methods

 

Here is the general plan for today’s interactive teaching methods workshop for the English Teacher Trainer Program.

  1. quick review of last week’s material (12 principles)
  2. quick review the Four Stands approach
  3. put ideas into practical context – try various activities based on the Four Strands approach

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Dictogloss, a High-Impact Vocabulary and Writing Activity

words and dictogloss writing activity eslwriting.org

Writing in English requires vocabulary fluency

Building strong writing skills requires more than grammar rules. Students also need vocabulary fluency—the ability to recall and use words quickly without relying on a dictionary. A well-chosen ESL creative writing activity can give learners the practice they need to strengthen word recall and improve written accuracy. Dictogloss is one of the most effective options. It blends listening, speaking, note-taking, and writing into a single structured ESL writing lesson, making it an ideal choice for busy teachers who want powerful, high-impact classroom results.

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