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What are the various types of materials mentioned in the text for language learning?
What are the various types of materials mentioned in the text for language learning?
How can materials be presented according to the text?
How can materials be presented according to the text?
What is the primary focus of material development as a practical undertaking?
What is the primary focus of material development as a practical undertaking?
In the context of material development, what does the field of study focus on?
In the context of material development, what does the field of study focus on?
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Why is it ideal for theoretical studies and practical material development to be interactive?
Why is it ideal for theoretical studies and practical material development to be interactive?
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What should determine the overall goals of a language teaching program according to the text?
What should determine the overall goals of a language teaching program according to the text?
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What is the main aim of English Language Teaching in Malaysia?
What is the main aim of English Language Teaching in Malaysia?
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According to Sandler and Stott (1981), what are the aims of their course in English for Management?
According to Sandler and Stott (1981), what are the aims of their course in English for Management?
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How does the statement of goals relate to the learners and the educational setting?
How does the statement of goals relate to the learners and the educational setting?
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What must be considered when planning language teaching according to Stern (1983)?
What must be considered when planning language teaching according to Stern (1983)?
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In what ways do goals for language teaching vary across different contexts?
In what ways do goals for language teaching vary across different contexts?
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How does the selection of syllabus content impact language teaching?
How does the selection of syllabus content impact language teaching?
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Study Notes
Language Teaching Materials
- Materials can be linguistic, visual, auditory, or kinesthetic, and presented in various formats (print, live performance, cassette, CD-ROM, DVD, or the Internet).
- Materials can be instructional, experiential, elucidative, or exploratory, and facilitate language learning by informing, providing experience, stimulating, or helping learners discover language.
Material Development
- Material development is both a field of study and a practical undertaking.
- The field studies the principles and procedures of designing, implementing, and evaluating language teaching materials.
- The practical undertaking involves producing, evaluating, and adapting language teaching materials for classrooms and sale or distribution.
Goals of Language Programs
- The overall goals of a language teaching program derive from analyzing the reasons why a group of learners need to learn English.
- Goals may be stated in general, educational, or specific terms.
- Examples of goals include:
- Creating a society that can utilize English for effective communication (Malaysia's national language policy).
- Meeting the needs of practicing managers in industry and commerce who need to improve their English performance.
Contextual Factors
- The possibilities for implementing language teaching goals are directly related to the learners and the educational setting.
- The statement of goals leads to the selection of an appropriate type of syllabus content and specification.
- The broad syllabus outline has implications for the design and selection of materials, tests, lesson planning, and classroom management.
Learner Characteristics
- Key characteristics of learners that affect planning include:
- Needs
- Characteristics
- And other factors that are individual or group-specific.
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Description
Learn about the different types of materials used in English language teaching, including linguistic, visual, auditory, and kinesthetic resources. Explore how these materials can be presented and their various forms such as print, live performance, and digital formats.
