Maximizing Comprehensible Input and Language Use/Practice Victor Shen May 2015
Comprehensibility has to do with Linguistic complexity Vocabulary, syntax, genre Speaking speed Conceptual complexity Prior knowledge of the topic Availability of non-verbal information Availability of structural support linguistic structure, activity structure
Comprehensible Input Let students hear as much English as possible Level = (i+1) Present new linguistic forms with old topics and vice versa Provide non-verbal info Establish clear classroom routines Recycle but add something new (The same communicative function can be achieved by various language forms.)
Facilitating Language Use/Practice Provide vocabulary words and sentence patterns needed for the output Provide familiar activity structures Provide a friendly and supportive environment for language use Emphasize meanings rather than forms Individualized, self-paced speaking practice