Philosophy of English as a Second Language Teaching

What does a safe language learning environment look like to you?

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the teacher's main goal in using technology in language teaching?

• To reduce the need for classroom interaction

• To make lessons more entertaining

• To help students become proficient in using language and technology

• To replace traditional teaching methods

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

Which theory suggests that language learning involves structured routines and positive reinforcement?

• Cognitivism

• Constructivism

• Behaviorism

• Nativism

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CCSS.RF.5.4A

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

According to nativism, what is believed to be innate in humans?

• The desire for positive reinforcement

• The ability to learn through imitation

• A language acquisition device

• The need for social interaction

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What do you promise to do this year?

• I promise to learn.

• I promise to be creative.

• I promise to participate.

• I choose all of the other answers. I want to be "most excellent!"

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

What is a key feature of constructivism in language learning?

• Listening to lectures

• Repetitive drills

• Memorization of vocabulary

• Project-based learning

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CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

Which book is mentioned as influencing the teacher's educational philosophy?

• The Language Instinct by Steven Pinker

• Language and Mind by Noam Chomsky

• The Art of Language by J.K. Rowling

• Principles of Language Learning and Teaching by H.D. Brown

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9