Integrated+View+of+SLA


 * [[image:http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:avyBylkMTHr_QM:http://www.chss.montclair.edu/~sotillos/brain2.jpg width="102" height="131" align="left"]] AN INTEGRATED VIEW OF SECOND LANGUAGE [[image:http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:VpTh2GW__0QstM:http://freelanguage.org/files/earworms-mbt-rapid-language_logo.jpg width="112" height="112" align="right"]]ACQUISITION **

L1 learner relates new knowledge to past experiences. Determinant factors of aperceived input:
 * **Stage 1: **
 * Apperceived Input **
 * Frequency
 * Affect
 * Prior knowledge
 * Attention || **Approaches: **
 * Lexical Approach **

The lexical approach focuses on assisting learners identify the gap between their own language (L1) and the second language (L2). It is a successful approach in that it takes in considerations of prior knowledge and emphasized frequency, affect, and attention.
 * Explanation: **

Classroom activities should focus on putting together ready-made language for acquisition. Working with images is an effective way to build new vocabulary. Repetition and recycling activities of new language and grammar. || **Materials and Resources Needed: **

Word lists Photographs Reference Tools Matching Exercises Activities in noticing patterns

More information and ideas on the Lexical Approach:
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 * **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Stage 2: Comprehended Input **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt;">Comprehended Input: learner-controlled. Comprehensible Input: teacher controlled. || **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Approaches: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Task-Based Learning **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Task-based learning involves students in a central task. The teacher provides the task and the student responds in the form of comprehended input. The focus is first on the task and ultimately the meaning. || **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Materials and Resources Needed: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Explanation: **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Picture, audio, or video demonstrating task. Students can work to prepare either a written or oral report to the class.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Sample TBL Lesson Plan: [] ** ||
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Stage 3: Comprehended Integration **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Comprehended Integration: The ability to understand and comprehend language. || **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Approaches: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Integrated Approach **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Content-Based Instruction **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Cognitive Academic Approach **

<span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 8pt;">Language learning strategies are integrated simultaneously in content and language. || **Materials and Resources Needed:**
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Explanation: **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Plan should incorporate scaffolding.

Instructional support should be given and gradually removed.Student will demonstrate comprehension of language skills.

Interactive activities.

Ask students to use language strategies. Cooperative learning environment.

Cognitive Approach Lesson Guide: [] ||
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Stage 4: Output **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Production and experimentation with language. Opportunities for feedback and syntactic analysis. || **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Approaches: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Interactionist Approach **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">L2 learner will interact in the classroom environment actively using language skills. Teacher will provide feedback. || **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Materials and Resources Needed: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Explanation: **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Role play activities Conversation starters

Teaching conversation ideas: [] || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Lexical Approach Task-Based Approach
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Suggestions and Tips for Teachers ** || **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Approaches for Beginners / Limited English Proficiency **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Task-Based Learning Content-Based Approach Interactionist Approach
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Approaches for Moderate English Proficiency **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Lexical Approach Content-Based Approach
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Approaches for Younger ESL Student **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Task-Based Learning Content-Based Approach Interactionist Approach
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Approaches for Middle School **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;">Interactionist Approach Task-Based Learning Content Based Instruction || **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Materials and Resources Needed: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Approaches for High School **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Sites with sample effective lesson plans to use in the classroom:


 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">TESL.ORG **
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 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Dave’s ESL Cafe **
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 * <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">ESL Galaxy **
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Daiva Berzinskas ESL Instructor: daivaberz@gmail.com