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What is the primary focus of students when analyzing transcriptions of target-language sentences?
What is the primary focus of students when analyzing transcriptions of target-language sentences?
- Identifying common conversational phrases
- Improving pronunciation skills
- Focusing on lexical usage or grammar rules (correct)
- Understanding cultural context
In the analysis of target-language sentences, which aspect is least likely to be emphasized?
In the analysis of target-language sentences, which aspect is least likely to be emphasized?
- Application of grammar rules
- Transcription accuracy
- Effective communication strategies (correct)
- Lexical usage
What is the primary role of the teacher in the described communication process?
What is the primary role of the teacher in the described communication process?
- To listen without responding
- To translate and interpret the learner's message (correct)
- To create the original message for the learner
- To modify the learner's message entirely
Which activity would best support the goal of focusing on particular grammar rules in the classroom?
Which activity would best support the goal of focusing on particular grammar rules in the classroom?
Why might students benefit from focusing on lexical usage during their analysis?
Why might students benefit from focusing on lexical usage during their analysis?
What action does the learner perform after the teacher translates the message?
What action does the learner perform after the teacher translates the message?
The method of analyzing transcriptions is primarily designed to aid in which area of language learning?
The method of analyzing transcriptions is primarily designed to aid in which area of language learning?
Which of the following aspects is NOT part of the communication process described?
Which of the following aspects is NOT part of the communication process described?
What does the whispering of the message by the learner signify in this context?
What does the whispering of the message by the learner signify in this context?
In this communication scenario, what is implied by the instructor's interpretation of the learner's message?
In this communication scenario, what is implied by the instructor's interpretation of the learner's message?
What is a primary focus of free conversation in an educational setting?
What is a primary focus of free conversation in an educational setting?
Which activity is least likely to be part of a free conversation among students?
Which activity is least likely to be part of a free conversation among students?
How does free conversation benefit students?
How does free conversation benefit students?
In a free conversation, which of the following statements would be least appropriate?
In a free conversation, which of the following statements would be least appropriate?
Which of the following best describes the nature of a free conversation?
Which of the following best describes the nature of a free conversation?
What role does the teacher assume while providing assistance to students?
What role does the teacher assume while providing assistance to students?
What is one of the merits of having learners determine the type of assistance they receive from the counselor?
What is one of the merits of having learners determine the type of assistance they receive from the counselor?
What is a potential drawback of the counselor being non-directive?
What is a potential drawback of the counselor being non-directive?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the teacher's role?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the teacher's role?
In the context of counselor intervention, what is a disadvantage of a non-directive approach?
In the context of counselor intervention, what is a disadvantage of a non-directive approach?
What primary function does the teacher fulfill when acting as a counsellor?
What primary function does the teacher fulfill when acting as a counsellor?
In the context of learner roles, who do teachers primarily serve as clients?
In the context of learner roles, who do teachers primarily serve as clients?
Which of the following is NOT a role of the teacher when acting as a counsellor?
Which of the following is NOT a role of the teacher when acting as a counsellor?
What is emphasized in the teacher's role when functioning as a counsellor?
What is emphasized in the teacher's role when functioning as a counsellor?
Which aspect of learner support is likely the least important for a teacher acting as a counsellor?
Which aspect of learner support is likely the least important for a teacher acting as a counsellor?
Study Notes
Communicative Language Teaching (CLT)
- CLT emphasizes meaningful communication in the target language.
- Learner whispers a message, Teacher translates and interprets it, Learner repeats the translation.
- Learners analyze and study transcripts of target language sentences to focus on lexical usage or grammar rules.
- Free conversation can involve discussion of learning experiences and feelings about the learning process.
The Teacher's Role in CLT
- Teacher functions as a counsellor, solving learner issues related to the target language.
- Teacher acts as a guide and facilitator, observing and offering support while staying outside of the learning circle.
Merits of the Counselling Approach in CLT
- Allows learners to determine the type of learning they need.
- Offers empathetic support and guidance.
Demerits of the Counselling Approach in CLT
- Teachers may be non-directive, potentially lacking structure and direction for learners.
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This quiz explores the principles of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), emphasizing meaningful communication in the target language. It examines the teacher's role, the merits and demerits of the counselling approach, and how learners engage with the language. Test your understanding of key concepts and practices in CLT.
