10 Questions
What is the primary function of language according to Communicative Language Teaching?
Expression of meaning
What is the primary role of the teacher in Communicative Language Teaching?
Manager of classroom activities
How are students described in Communicative Language Teaching?
Communicators engaged in negotiating meaning
What is highlighted as paramount in Vocabulary Teaching according to the text?
Visual aids and real objects
What should be the focus when teaching grammar based on the information provided?
Understanding the function of each linguistic form
What is the main focus of the course in ELT 101 Chapter 1?
Studying language diversity
What is the social function of language?
Relating to other people in social settings
What does the term 'communicative competence' refer to?
Being proficient in using language for social interactions
In what context is language considered an 'object of scientific study'?
Linguistics
Why has language been historically important in social and cultural functions?
To enhance communication and relationships
Study Notes
Introduction to Language and Linguistics
- Explores the diversity of world languages and their genetic and geographical ties
- Develops an understanding of language as an object of scientific study
- Applies new knowledge to everyday social interactions and communities
Course Description
- Examines the relationship between linguistic variation and social and cultural identity
- Covers topics such as multilingualism, language learning and preservation, spelling reform, and language policy
What is Language?
- A system that helps people express thoughts, feelings, and meaning through symbols and sounds
- Plays important roles in social and cultural functions throughout history
Social Function of Language
- Refers to how language is used to relate to others in social settings
- Examples of social function: apologizing to a boss or doctor, using language to communicate in different situations
- Goal of language teaching is to develop "communicative competence"
- Using language appropriately in social contexts is important
Communicative Language Teaching
- Language is a system for expression of meaning
- Primary function of language is for interaction and communication
- Structure of language reflects its functional and communicative uses
- Primary units of language are functional and communicative categories
Culture
- Refers to the everyday life of people
- Important aspects of language include nonverbal behavior, such as body language
Teacher's Role
- Facilitator of students' learning
- Manager of classroom activities
- Advisor and monitor of students' performance
Student's Role
- Communicators who negotiate meaning
- Responsible managers of their own learning
- Engaged in group work, pair work, group discussions, and projects
Vocabulary Teaching
- Meaning is paramount
- Conveyed through visual aids, real objects, models, and context
- Taught within the context
Grammar Teaching
- Each linguistic form has a function
Test your knowledge on the introductory concepts of language, culture, and society in the field of linguistics. Explore the genetic and geographical ties among world languages and their scientific study.
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