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| Title | Summer Workshop: Focus on Form in the L2 Classroom |
| Body | From http://clear.msu.edu/clear/professionaldev/summerworkshops.php Focus on Form in the L2 Classroom Jul 16th, 2007 (Mon) -- Jul 18th, 2007 (Wed) Michigan State University This workshop will address the issue of how to integrate attention to accurate use of language within activities that are designed to promote fluent oral production. Many second language classes include activities in which students communicate with each other and the teacher in order to improve their speaking skills. However, the role of attention to accuracy in these contexts is debated. For instance, should teachers correct learner errors during communicative activities? If so, how should errors be corrected? Which errors should be addressed? Should students be encouraged to raise questions about linguistic items during discussion activities? These questions, among others, will be explored in detail during this workshop. Participants will begin by exploring their own beliefs about error correction/focus on form and the impact of these beliefs on classroom interaction. Next, participants will consider the advantages and disadvantages of different correctional options, both from the viewpoint of teachers and learners and from the perspective of researchers on second language acquisition. Finally, specific recommendations that teachers can take to the classroom will be discussed. More information available at http://clear.msu.edu/clear/professionaldev/summerworkshops.php . |
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| Inputdate | 2007-04-29 09:28:53 |
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