Thought provoking language classes: choosing and using authentic materials
Hanna Kryszewska
Summary
In language classes students must understand the lexis, the grammar, the message, the cultural context etc. Understanding the message itself takes on a number of levels. Step one - comprehension questions, step two - teaching for understanding e.g. reading between the lines, step three - critical thinking, step four - mediation - interaction with the text, step five, the pinnacle: reflection hopefully leading to a change of heart. The plenary looks at the content, topics and texts we choose and how much they matter. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals provide a helpful guide when we look for good topics.
Biodata
Hanna Kryszewska is an international teacher, teacher trainer and trainer of trainers. She co-authored resource books, course books, a video-based teacher training course and online teacher training courses on humanism in ELT and 21st century skills. She is a Pilgrims trainer, OTA trainer and editor of HLT Magazine since 2006.
Presentation Details
Type of presentation: Workshop
The presentation is for: General audience
The presentation focuses on: University
The session is: Practical solutions presentation / exchange of practical ideas
Category: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, including Catering for Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Presentation is commercial: No
Speaking on behalf of a publisher, examination board, or commercial organisation? No
Scheduled for
Date: Sunday, 2025-09-21, 13:30 - 14:30
Place: Conf. Sala