Presentation Examples
Not all vocabulary can be learned through interaction and discovery techniques.Even if such techniques are possible,however,they are not always the most cost effective.There are many occasions when some form of presentation and/or explanation is the best way to bring new words into the classroom.Here are the some examples:
a) Realia: One way of presenting [...]
Introducing and Explaining Vocabulary
Vocabulary can be presented in dialogues and reading passages where the new words appear in context and in combination with other words.You can also use pictures,mime,and realia to introduce and explain the meanings of simple concrete nouns like apple or verbs like swim.With more abstract words you can explain meaning with :
a [...]
Incidental Learning
Incidental vocabulary learning occurs all of the time when we read. Based on the way a word is used in a text we are able to determine its meaning. Consider this example: “Megan’s fluxoolingy hair reached all the way down to her knees”. While you may not know the word “fluxoolingy” you could determine [...]
Face
face-to-face = in person: “We need to arrange a face-to-face meeting.”
face the music = take responsibility for a difficult situation: “We’ve got to face the music – this company is going under.”
face up to responsibilities = accept responsibilities: “You need to face up to your responsibilities – it’s time you got a job and started [...]
