Accents, Dialects, and Evolution of British English
Regional Accents and Dialects of English in the British Isles
English in the British Isles has many variants, each with its own characteristics. These differences reflect the culture and history of the different regions and social classes within the UK.
Received Pronunciation (RP)
One of the best-known accents is Received Pronunciation (RP), associated with the upper class and educated people in England. This accent, also known as ‘BBC English’, is famous for not pronouncing the “r” at the end of words
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Enhancing English Language Learning: Motivation & Strategies
Regarding attainment targets, negotiating nuclei or centers of interest with students is beneficial. Concerning socio-cultural aspects, we can transition from proposed topics to developing conceptual knowledge, such as critically analyzing attitudes proposed by legislation. Consequently, content organization should pivot on activities or tasks, allowing students to express preferences for activity types and skills to be developed.
Methodological
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Jazz Chants
Goals
- Improve oral communication
- Improve pronunciation
- Learn new vocabulary
- Develop body and facial expression
Age and Rationale
Ages 6-9. It is important to develop body and facial expression as early as possible. Also, young children often enjoy chants.
Step-by-Step
- The teacher sings a jazz chant about Christmas. The students repeat it.
- Assuming a class of 20 students, the teacher divides the class into four groups of five students. Each group focuses on a specific topic, such as weather,
Second and Third Language Acquisition in Children
Teachers should be aware that if children aren’t ready to take all classes in English, it may be better to delay full immersion to ensure future success. It’s crucial to remember that even if children seem to speak English well, they might still have difficulties with reading and writing.
Myth: All Children Learn a Second Language the Same Way
This is incorrect. Classrooms are diverse, with students from various cultural backgrounds and socioeconomic statuses. Children whose families have more resources
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Types of Text and Their Relationships
Each text possesses specific functions and linguistic features, requiring distinct communication strategies. Texts are grouped by areas of use or sectors of human activity. Each area involves interlocutors, specific functions, and deals with particular topics. This leads to the following classification:
- Personal Scope: Texts for personal use, not intended for others. They cover general themes, often using slang and informal language.
- Oral: Monologues, tape recordings,
Portfolio Use in Education: Strategies, Intelligences, and Programs
Basic Use of the Portfolio
The portfolio is a tool for collecting data from different instruments used in the evaluation procedure. It offers a new way to assess the performance, efforts, progress, and achievements of students during different moments of the teaching-learning process. This evaluation aims to assess the student’s skills, knowledge, attitudes, and work habits. A portfolio provides an evolving portrait of a student’s learning process. It is a strategy that includes the child’s knowledge,
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