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Task 1Read the paper by Professor Anne BurnsDiscuss the issues concern.

Presented by :Mohammad NorazfizalFatin FatiniShamalaSaranya

Issue : Grammar to integrate or not to integrateSubstantial integrationReason(s) :- ESL young learners would not be able to grasp abstract concepts.-Advisable to teach in context. (via activities)

Reasons to teach in contextExample :Accuracy vs. Fluency -Songs (Listening) - acquire new vocabulary, pronunciation, enunciation.Play (all 4 skills) = Listen to dialogues(learn new vocabulary) = Reading lines (enhance reading skills) = Acting out ( enhance pronunciation & acting skills) = Scripting (brush up writing skills)

Task 41. Describe your choice of material in terms of your integration practices-the types of main approaches.

1. Describe your choice of material in terms of your integration practices-the types of main approaches.Method : Total Physical Response (TPR)Meaning in the target language can often be conveyed through actions.Student can learn through observing actions as well as by performing the actions themselves.Language learning is more effective when it is fun.

Why choose song to teach grammar items?FunAttracts students attentionThe movements in the song will keep the students engageStudents will learn grammar items through the song.

Integrating grammar Language arts Provide grammar in context Action verbs in the song is introduced to student in context by using a song which will help them to learn the verbs in a fun manner.

Task 4

2. Give your insight on how to best teach grammar from your reading of these two articles:

a) Wheres the Focus? Integrating the Skills in an Integrated Skills Class by Stacia Ann BusyTeacher.org

ZoneSupport/challengeComfort zone (too easy/little learning)Low challenge

Frustration zone (demands too high)High challenge

Boredom zone (low interest & motivation)Low supportDevelopment zone (learning & ability extended)High support

The best way to teach grammar

B) Grammar and Communicative language Teaching: Why, When and How to teach it. Professor Anne Burns Applied Linguistics and Language in Education Research Centre

focusing on the course content, and giving it the in-depth treatment it deserves.focus on skills development (not activity completion).student-centeredgo in depth to fully understand the concept.focus on students understanding.