ENG515 Midterm Short Handouts by Sir Zahid

ENG515 SHORT HANDOUTS · MIDTERM · Lesson 01 to 05

(ENG515)Teaching of Reading and Writing Skills EFFORT BY VUHELPERS24 TEAM

REGARDS : SIR ZAHID: · Lesson-01 · INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE · Topic-001: Introduction to the Course

What is the main focus of this course?

The main focus of this course is for teachers of English as L2 or EFL, with a practical emphasis on techniques and a balanced approach.

What is the framework of the course, and how is it divided?

The course is divided into four strands: meaning-focused input, output, language-

Topic-002: Receptive & Productive Skills

What are receptive skills in language learning, and give examples?

Receptive skills include listening and reading, known as passive skills. An example is starting with understanding new items before moving on to use.

What are productive skills, and how are they related to receptive skills?

Productive skills include speaking and writing, known as active skills. They are interrelated with receptive skills, with reading having a strong impact.

Topic-003: Four Strands of Language Teaching

What are the four strands of language teaching covered in this course?

The four strands are meaning-focused input, meaning-focused output, language-

What are the principles behind meaning-focused input, and how are they applied in teaching?

Meaning-focused input involves reading for various purposes, appropriate to the level, and related to other skills. The course should involve listening, speaking, and writing activities related to reading.

What is the goal of language-focused learning, and how is it achieved?

Language-focused learning aims to develop the skills and knowledge needed for effective reading. This is achieved through training in reading strategies and making learners familiar with text structures.

What is the purpose of fluency development, and what strategies are used?

The purpose of fluency development is to help learners develop fluency in reading through familiar material, speed reading in word recognition, motivation, and access to interesting texts.

Topic-004: What is Reading?

How is reading described in recent research, and what is its nature?

Recent research describes reading as a conscious and unconscious thinking process where the reader reconstructs the meaning of a text by comparing it with prior knowledge.

What are the two key aspects of reading according to Nation (2005)?

Reading involves decoding and comprehension, where readers recognize language and construct meaning through a comprehension process.

What is emphasized in the comprehension process, and what role does prior knowledge play?

The comprehension process emphasizes recognizing language and constructing meaning, which is an interactive process that relies on the reader's experience and prior knowledge.

Lesson-02

TEACHING READING IN ANOTHER LANGUAGE

Topic-005: Introduction to Learning to Read in another Language (I)

What did Krashen's 1985 research emphasize regarding reading in another language?

Focus on extensive reading and its benefits.

Why is it necessary for reading material to be more controlled in L2 learning?

To facilitate pre-teaching and promote effective methods of L2 vocabulary learning.

What recent research has shed light on reading fluency in L2 learning?

The importance of teachers focusing on the most useful words, direct instruction, extensive reading, and multiple exposures.

What should L2 learners do beyond simply translating texts?

Apply reading strategies and connect prior and existing knowledge.

What does Krashen's 1985 research suggest about the approach to reading in another language, and what concept is emphasized?

Krashen's 1985 research suggests that the approach to reading in another language should primarily focus on extensive reading. Extensive reading involves reading a large volume of material, and it emphasizes the benefits of reading as a method for language acquisition and learning. Krashen's idea is that learners can acquire language by engaging in extensive reading, as it exposes them to a wide