TEFL ASSIGNMENT 3 - READING LESSON PLAN [ARTICLE ABOUT SPACE ]
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This document is a Tefl Assignment 3 on reading skills. It’s a new document focusing on a reading article from the internet about SPACE. The document is thoroughly written, well-researched, and well-presented, it includes all six parts. This document will help you save time and deliver the best l...
Name of the Teacher Date Level of the class Length of lesson
24.01.2024 Advanced C1 60 minutes
Lesson Type: Four skills – Reading
Lesson Topic: James Webb telescope: Amazing images show the Universe as never before.
Lesson Aims: Lesson Outcomes:
By the end of the lesson, students will be better able to… By the end of the lesson, students will have…
Identify and understand key new vocabulary essential for understanding the text. Acquired new vocabulary through a comprehensive understanding of
Extract information of piece of writing by applying reading sub-skills such as key terms, including their meaning, form, and pronunciation.
skimming (for gist) and scanning (for specific information) to comprehend key Participated in pair activities to practice reading for gist, focusing on
concepts and actively engage with the text. summarizing the content.
Analyse how language is used in a real-world context and understand how it Demonstrated understanding of the text by engaging in discussions
influences communication. and responding to multiple-choice questions that required attention
to finer details of the text through reading for specific information.
Showed improvement in reading skills while gaining knowledge
about Science, specifically the Universe.
Anticipated difficulties: Suggested solutions:
Include one relating to L1/age/level of the students and one for the
1. Emphasize the significance of using English and get your students excited
subskills (reading for gist and for detail/specific information) about the idea from the very beginning. Encourage a strict English-only
policy during class to promote language immersion and provide additional
1. L1 (First Language - Spanish):
explanations or synonyms in English to clarify complex terms. Use English
Given that all students are Spanish, there might be a tendency to rely on Spanish
posters to decorate and surround your students with an English-speaking
during discussions or when encountering difficult concepts or vocabulary in the
environment. Additionally, assign tasks that require them to research and
text and this could hinder their progress in using English.
explore English resources outside of class, expanding their exposure to the
Students may have little opportunity to practice their L2 outside of class, which
language.
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, could significantly reduce their exposure to and use of the language.
2. Choose diverse reading topics that cater to different interests within the age
2. Age (18-25): group and incorporate engaging, relatable content to capture the attention of
The age range of 18 to 25 may lead to varying interests and engagement levels, all students. Create a positive and supportive classroom environment where
making it challenging to select reading material that appeals to all students. mistakes are seen as opportunities for learning. Emphasize the value of
Students of this age range may be inhibited in their participation because they are contribution and diverse perspectives, highlighting that everyone's thoughts
self-conscious and worry about looking foolish in front of their peers and they lack are valuable.
the confidence to speak up when they have something to contribute.
3. Infuse the reading lesson with elements that cater to the student level.
3. Level of the student (C1):
Provide pre-reading activities to activate background knowledge, offer
Conducting a reading lesson for Advanced level students may present a challenge in
scaffolding during difficult sections, and encourage collaborative discussions
terms of maintaining student engagement, the complexity of the text might still
to foster a deeper understanding of the text. Incorporate activities that
present challenges, leading to potential frustration or a lack of motivation.
require students to make connections between the text and real-life
scenarios, encouraging them to apply the text's concepts to broader contexts.
4. Subskill (Reading for specific information):
Reading for specific information can be overwhelming for students, they might find
it difficult to discern which information is crucial and which is not, leading to 4. Guide students on effective reading strategies for locating specific
confusion and hindering comprehension. information, provide clear tasks, and ensure the relevance of the information
Advanced students may feel overly confident and might rush through the reading to the students' background. Encourage collaboration to share insights and
material, missing important details or deeper meanings. interpretations. Incorporate peer review or discussion after reading to
Extracting specific information from the text may be challenging for students, reinforce comprehension and address any uncertainties.
particularly if the material is technical.
Authentic Text (insert reading text here or link to the listening recording)
James Webb telescope: Amazing images show the
Universe as never before.
By: Jonathan Amos 25 December 2022
It was the $10bn gift to the world. A machine that would show us our place in the Universe.
The James Webb Space Telescope was launched exactly a year ago, on Christmas Day. It had taken three decades
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