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WorksheetsThe Natural Approach
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Why is it called the Natural Approach?
It focuses on planning outdoor activities for the learners
It refers to the way children and adults acquire and learn a second language
It teaches how a language revolves around nature
It teaches a second language by learning concepts by heart
Which are the three stages of this acquisition-focused approach?
Ability, acquisition and comprehension
Aural comprehension, early speech production and speech activities
Input, competency level and method
Maps, menus and schedules
Is it important for the Natural Approach to build a safe environment for the learner?
No, not important
Yes, very important
Which are examples of instructional strategies of the Natural Approach?
Use of body language, pointing and miming
Collaboration in groups or pairs
Independent work
Real world examples like maps, menus and schedules
What are some of the teacher’s roles in the Natural Approach?
Teacher acts as an authority in the class and provides the resources of input
Establishes a safe and inclusive learning environment
Lets learners decide what they want to do
Uses only one or two strategies so learners do not get confused with many options
This approach was developed by:
Noam Chomsky
Richards and Rogers
Harold Palmer and A.S. Hornsby
Tracy Terrell and Stephen Krashen
Terrell’s view of the Natural Approach stated that some degree of grammar study was not beneficial for learners and unneccesary
False
True
These are two distinct independent ways of developing competence in a second language
Frequent use of pattern drills and tape recorded conversations
Reading aloud and writing down dictation by the teacher
Acquisition and learning
Translation of reading passages and songs
What is the silent period?
The time when the learner is developing comprehension skills
The learner begins to speak making many mistakes
The time when the learner listens attentively to instructions
None of the above
Choose your favorite approach or method in language teaching
The Silent Way
The Natural Approach
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