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Factors that influence teaching ESL - Coggle Diagram
Factors that influence teaching ESL
what affects task difficulty
Text factors—the complexity of the text (oral or written), grammatical factors, discourse factors.
Support factors—the factors available to support learners as they attempt the task.
Learner Factors—previous experience with similar tasks, background knowledge.
Task Factors—the characteristics of the task itself.
Material
themes and topics are developmentally appropriate
content is interesting and stimulating
language level is slightly above the student’s language proficiency level
material is appropriately sequenced
natural, authentic-sounding language is used
consistent language patterns and structures are presented
idiomatic and colloquial language are avoided
pictures and illustrations support and enhance the text
material reflects Canada’s cultural and ethnic diversity
countries, cultures and traditions are presented accurately without stereotyping.
culture impact ESL
Other students are holistic in how they learn language, focusing more on getting their message across than on its delivery.
Some students take a systematic or analytical approach to second language learning.
They want to know more about how the language works, e.g., rules governing grammar and spelling.
Learning how to interpret body language, facial expressions,
voice tone and volume in new language and culture takes time on the part of the learner and patience
and understanding on the part of the teacher. It may take awhile before students learn the cultural cues that help them communicate more effectively
and appropriately in nonverbal ways.