The Language Demands of CLIL

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How is learning subjects in a non-native language different from learning a foreign language or learning subjects in the first language?

Learning subjects in a non-native language is different from both learning a foreign language and learning subjects in the first language.

What are the language demands of CLIL subjects?

CLIL subjects require learners to produce, listen to, and read a wide range of language.

What do CLIL teachers need to do in order to meet the language demands of subject lessons?

CLIL teachers need to analyze the language demands of subject lessons and then plan and prepare relevant language.

What are some common text types or genres that learners encounter in CLIL?

<p>In CLIL, learners encounter many different text types or genres, which are often non-chronological and used in most curriculum subjects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can learners become familiar with the language features associated with different genres?

<p>Learners can become familiar with the language features associated with different genres by identifying the type of texts they encounter in their subjects and then studying them.</p> Signup and view all the answers