HET3113 - Writing Using Authentic Materials

Where do we see writing in real life?

Which of the following is an example of authentic material?

• A restaurant menu 🍕

• A textbook exercise 📚

• A grammar worksheet ✏️

• A list of vocabulary words 📖

Authentic materials help students connect writing to real life.

• True

• False

Which authentic material would best help students learn how to write a simple invitation?

• A news article 📰

• A birthday card 🎂

• A school timetable 📅

• A travel brochure ✈️

Which of these is NOT an authentic material?

• A shopping list

• A bus timetable

• A grammar exercise from a textbook

• A restaurant menu

Why are authentic materials useful in writing lessons?

• They make students memorize grammar rules better

• They show how writing is used in real life

• They only help with reading skills

• They are only for advanced learners

How can a menu be used in a writing lesson?

• To practice drawing pictures

• To help students write about their favorite food

• To test students on food vocabulary only

• To practice spelling random words

What skill does writing a postcard develop?

• Real-world communication

• Grammar memorization

• Math skills

• Science knowledge

Authentic materials can be adapted for different levels.

• True

• False

How can authentic materials make writing more interesting for students?