Solid Teaching Strategies Nonverbal Questioning techniques Facilitating Language Production Contextual cues Verbal
Nonverbal Gestures, pointing Nodding Eye contact Acting out, pantomime Facial expressions
Questioning Techniques Confirmation checks Yes/no questions Either/or questions Prompts Wait time
Facilitating Language Production Focus on meaning Model correct English form Accept one-word and two-word utterances Encourage risk-taking Encourage participation Accept use of native language, where appropriate
Contextual Cues Visual aids – pictures, photos, drawings Illustrated charts Written out key words Realia
Verbal Clarification of directions and explanations Reinforcement of previously learned vocabulary Rate of speech Repetition Rephrasing Framing Use of native language