Lesson Planning and Curriculum Design Flashcards
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What is a 'warmer' activity in a TEFL lesson?
Answer: A short, energizing activity used at the beginning to engage students
Warmers are brief, motivating activities that prepare students mentally and socially for the lesson ahead.
Which of the following best describes 'backward design' in curriculum development?
Answer: Starting with the desired learning outcomes and working backward to plan instruction
Backward design (Wiggins & McTighe) begins with end goals and assessment, then plans instruction to achieve those outcomes.
In task-based learning, what is the 'pre-task' phase?
Answer: An introduction that activates knowledge and prepares students for the main task
The pre-task phase introduces the topic, activates relevant vocabulary, and may show an example of the task to set expectations.
What is a 'notional-functional syllabus' primarily based on?
Answer: The communicative purposes and meanings language serves
A notional-functional syllabus organizes content by the functions (e.g., apologizing, requesting) and notions (e.g., time, quantity) that learners need.
How long should a typical TEFL lesson aim statement be?
Answer: One clear sentence stating what learners will be able to do
A good lesson aim is a single, focused sentence that is observable and achievable within the lesson timeframe.
What does 'pacing' refer to in TEFL lesson delivery?
Answer: Managing the speed and flow of activities to maintain engagement and cover planned content
Good pacing means varying activity speed, not rushing or dragging, so students stay engaged and the lesson achieves its aims.