Related theories

This theory emphasizes the need to establish goals as an intrinsic motivation. A relationship exists between the goal, level of performance and effort involved. This relationship remains positive depending on goal preciseness and feedback.

• schema theory

• input theory

• goal theory

Tasks create context for meaningful interaction between the teacher and students and among students themselves.

• schema theory

• input hypothesis

• social learning theory

Making connections between already existed knowledge and the newly presented.

• input hypothesis

• schema theory

• goal theory

The level of classroom tasks and activities should be slightly above their current English language level. New materials should build on learners’ prior knowledge.

• input hypothesis

• schema theory

• goal theory

Catering for all learning styles and types of intelligences.

• multiple intelligence theory

• input hypothesis

• social learning theory