ERIC Number: EJ1099323
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2007
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-1559-663X
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Developing Dynamic Units for EFL
Shin, Joan Kang
English Teaching Forum, v45 n2 p2-8 2007
"Developing Dynamic Units for EFL" describes how to develop a thematic unit that integrates skills in context, provides opportunities for learner autonomy, and is project-based and experiential. Planning includes identifying curriculum standards, thinking of a meaningful topic, brainstorming tasks, organizing the activities, and making use of learner choice. The sample unit "Eating Out with Friends" includes the topics of inviting friends; choosing a restaurant and making a reservation; finding and communicating directions; ordering and requesting the bill; and thanking friends and retelling the story.
Descriptors: Units of Study, English (Second Language), Lesson Plans, Teaching Methods, Thematic Approach, Behavioral Objectives, Educational Practices, Educational Strategies, Learning Activities, Active Learning, Student Projects, Experiential Learning
US Department of State. Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office of English Language Programs, SA-5, 2200 C Street NW 4th Floor, Washington, DC 20037. e-mail: etforum@state.gov; Web site: http://americanenglish.state.gov/english-teaching-forum-0
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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