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A teacher observes that a student consistently struggles with blending sounds to decode words, despite having a good understanding of letter sounds in isolation. Which instructional approach would be MOST appropriate for this student?
A teacher observes that a student consistently struggles with blending sounds to decode words, despite having a good understanding of letter sounds in isolation. Which instructional approach would be MOST appropriate for this student?
- Providing explicit instruction in phonics, focusing on blending and segmenting sounds. (correct)
- Engaging the student in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) activities tailored to their interests.
- Encouraging the student to use implicit learning strategies by providing numerous examples of words.
- Focusing on learning-in-context activities to make connections between reading and real-life situations.
A student reads the word 'description' as 'inscription'. According to graphic similarity, how would this be classified?
A student reads the word 'description' as 'inscription'. According to graphic similarity, how would this be classified?
- Some Graphic Similarity (correct)
- No Graphic Similarity
- High Graphic Similarity
- Semantic Similarity
A school is designing a remedial reading program. What is the IDEAL class size to maximize individual attention and support for struggling learners?
A school is designing a remedial reading program. What is the IDEAL class size to maximize individual attention and support for struggling learners?
- 3-10 students (correct)
- 20-25 students
- 10-15 students
- 15-20 students
Which of the following scenarios BEST exemplifies the 'learning-in-context' approach?
Which of the following scenarios BEST exemplifies the 'learning-in-context' approach?
In what way does English for Specific Purposes (ESP) DIFFER from general English courses?
In what way does English for Specific Purposes (ESP) DIFFER from general English courses?
What is the primary distinction between remedial instruction and early intervention programs?
What is the primary distinction between remedial instruction and early intervention programs?
A teacher wants students to understand how fractions are used in cooking and baking. Which activity best exemplifies 'learning-in-context'?
A teacher wants students to understand how fractions are used in cooking and baking. Which activity best exemplifies 'learning-in-context'?
A student pronounces 'escalator' as 'excavator'. How would this error be categorized in terms of graphic similarity?
A student pronounces 'escalator' as 'excavator'. How would this error be categorized in terms of graphic similarity?
Considering the principles of explicit instruction, which teaching method is MOST aligned with this approach?
Considering the principles of explicit instruction, which teaching method is MOST aligned with this approach?
In an ESP (English for Specific Purposes) course for medical professionals, which activity would be MOST suitable?
In an ESP (English for Specific Purposes) course for medical professionals, which activity would be MOST suitable?
A teacher notices a student frequently substitutes words based on how they sound, such as reading 'bear' as 'bare'. Which linguistic cueing system is the student primarily relying on?
A teacher notices a student frequently substitutes words based on how they sound, such as reading 'bear' as 'bare'. Which linguistic cueing system is the student primarily relying on?
What is the MOST important feature of authentic language materials in an English for Specific Purposes (ESP) course?
What is the MOST important feature of authentic language materials in an English for Specific Purposes (ESP) course?
Which scenario best exemplifies the use of an implicit approach to teaching grammar?
Which scenario best exemplifies the use of an implicit approach to teaching grammar?
A student consistently omits grammatical function words (e.g., 'is', 'the', 'of') when writing. Which linguistic cueing system is this student struggling with the most?
A student consistently omits grammatical function words (e.g., 'is', 'the', 'of') when writing. Which linguistic cueing system is this student struggling with the most?
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Remedial Instruction
Remedial Instruction
Improving basic skills to reach grade level.
Early Intervention
Early Intervention
Targets at-risk students before they fall behind.
Explicit Approach
Explicit Approach
Stating rules directly.
Implicit Approach
Implicit Approach
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Learning-in-Context
Learning-in-Context
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Linguistic Cueing Systems
Linguistic Cueing Systems
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High Graphic Similarity
High Graphic Similarity
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Some Graphic Similarity
Some Graphic Similarity
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No Graphic Similarity
No Graphic Similarity
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English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
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Study Notes
- Remedial instruction aims to enhance a struggling learner's fundamental skills to meet grade level standards
- An ideal class size for a school-based remedial program is 3-10 students.
- Remedial instruction is for students lagging behind peers, while early intervention targets students at risk of falling behind.
- Explicit Approach involves directly stating rules.
- Implicit Approach involves language in use, examples before rules and student learning.
- Linguistic Cueing Systems include Semantic, Syntactic, and Graphophonic.
- HIGH GRAPHIC SIMILARITY refers to a student’s response being at least 2/3 similar to the text.
- Example: imag-in-ation inaugur-ur-ation
- SOME GRAPHIC SIMILARITY refers to a student’s response being at least 1/3 similar to the text.
- Example: ins-crip-tion des-crip-tor
- NO GRAPHIC SIMILARITY refers to a student’s response being 0/3 similar to the text.
- Example: parachute flu
- Learning-in-context helps students understand how ideas and skills relate to their families and communities.
- ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES focuses on language needs of specific groups or individuals.
- It uses authentic language materials.
- It focuses on the language needs of specific groups of learners
- It aids in the development of communication skills appropriate to specific contexts.
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