TEFL Basics of Teaching 2

Question 1

Which classroom arrangement best supports student-centered learning and group discussion?

Accepted Answer

U-shape or circle seating

Answer

U-shape or circle arrangements allow all students to see each other, facilitating discussion and collaboration.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a 'warmer' activity at the start of a TEFL lesson?

Accepted Answer

To engage students and activate prior knowledge

Answer

Warmers energize the class and connect new content to what students already know, easing them into the lesson.

Question 3

A student repeatedly makes the same grammar error even after correction. Which approach is most effective long-term?

Accepted Answer

Provide focused practice targeting that specific structure

Answer

Targeted practice helps learners internalize the correct form through repeated, meaningful use.

Question 4

Which term describes the natural, subconscious process by which people develop language through meaningful exposure?

Accepted Answer

Acquisition

Answer

Krashen's acquisition hypothesis distinguishes subconscious acquisition (through input) from conscious learning (through study).

Question 5

When teaching vocabulary, which technique uses a visual organizer showing word relationships, synonyms, and examples?

Accepted Answer

Word map / semantic map

Answer

Word maps help students connect new vocabulary to related concepts and prior knowledge visually.

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