CYS TSLB3323 Week 10

Learner-centred Teaching in ESL

Week 10

​Types of interaction

• learner-content interaction

• learner-instructor interaction

• learner-learner interaction

• learner-community interaction

​What type of interaction is the most important in LCT?

​Task 1

In groups, discuss why learner-learner interaction is important for language learning. Create a mindmap/graphic organiser with your ideas. Post your mindmap/GO in our GC.

​How can we enhance learner-learner interaction in an ESL classroom?

​Task 2

In groups, discuss how to enhance learner-learner interaction in an ESL classroom with the help of technology. Put down your ideas in the document on our GC.

​Let's take a break!

​One of the most important goals of LCT is developing learner autonomy.

​Task 3

With a friend, go online and look up the definition of learner autonomy. Share your findings with the rest of the class.

​Task 4

Read the following article on learner autonomy: https://www.thinkific.com/blog/what-is-learner-autonomy/

Open Ended

There are 6 elements of autonomous learning. Which is the most important element and why?

​Task 5

With a friend, think of ways you can improve learner autonomy among your pupils. Share your ideas with the rest of the class.