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Techniques and methods in Language Teaching > rules for conversation
rules for conversation
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potentina
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rules for conversation
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Hi everyone!
Tomorrow I �m doing a speaking class. Students will be put in groups in order to talk about different topics but I want to give them first some rules, if not it will be very noisy or they may get stuck if they feel they cannot say a word. Can you give me a hand with the rules? Because I cannot find any help in internet.
These are the ones I can think at the moment in order to help them and keep the class organized:
1. Think twice before you speak
2. Respect others � speaking turn.
3. Listen carefully and ask if you don �t understand something.
4. Hand up your hand if you want me to help you. |
29 Sep 2010
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anitarobi
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You mean - 4. Put your hand up/Raise your hand if..., right?
How about:
5. Don �t all speak at once.
6. Ask your colleagues questions to stimulate conversation.
7. Include everyone.
8. Speak clearly and with respect.
9. Always state arguments for your opinion. |
29 Sep 2010
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Pinky Makus
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Listen twice as much as you speak. I hope that makes sense. Remember we have 2 ears, but only 1 mouth.
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30 Sep 2010
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SueThom
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What about asking them to come up with the rules themselves? Aside from being more invested in what they �ve developed themselves, it�s interesting because it�s an authentic problem they can solve, not just classroom make-work. Plus, they �ll get practice speaking as they negotiate their choice of rules.
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30 Sep 2010
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jayababu
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It is really a good idea to ask the pupils to generate theitr own rules and regulations. it is something like writing their own class room constitution. encourage them to have a open talk (can we call it discussion?) and find out what all could be included. Be around while they do this and guide them if necessary. But i prefer you dont interfere in any way. |
30 Sep 2010
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