Teaching English Grammar

Teaching English Grammar Melissa McDonald October 28, 2010

IntroductionsETA & My Experiences Orhei, Moldova Fulbright ETA 2010 Union College BA in Political Science & AnthropologyAmerican Center, MoscowDiverse academic background

Todays SeminarGoal: to learn new techniques and methods for teaching English grammarMethods:-resources for methods and some examples-helpful pointers -group exchange of ideas -application of the methods

Introduce YourselfHello, my name is __________.I teach English at _________ (school) in the town of _________ in the region of ________.I teach _________ (number) classes a day. I feel _______ about this seminar today.

Present Simple Activity Getting to know you gamesRepetition of key words and phrases every dayVisual Aids in the classroom

Real World ActivitiesSmall groups exchange ideasWrite down 3 specific grammar points For each grammar point work together to create real world activities for students Share with the entire group Discuss importance

Grammar GamesDiscuss value of grammar games -fun, engaged learning, attention keepingPlay a game-Double or quits Resources for more games: See your pamphlet or search EFL Grammar Games

DOUble or Quits In Halloween day students candy bags are full with candy.Children where costumes and walk around neighborhoods collect candy. There are many scary stories said during Halloween time. Popular Halloween costumes is ghosts and witches. Never ate candy that isnt rapped.

Presenting material Present at the beginning of the weekApply the grammar in games, homework, text reading, activities REPETITION!

SILENT Technique Grammar is something often acquired and not memorized Students are actively responsible for their own learning. Students discover grammar rules by themselvesThrough games, texts, and dictations students may learn grammar without being told exactly what to know Students need to develop skills for what is right or wrong and it gives them confidence

Communicative ApproachStudents memorize structure easier than memorizing grammar terms/techniques Teach students when to use a specific part of grammar instead of spending time on namesHOW DO YOU DO IT not WHYFor example: might have Grammar which has been learned is used through communications.

Questions??