2. Holistic learning
TMI (theory of multiple intelligence)
Development of critical thinking via
reading and writing activities
3. Concrete poetry
( The Four Seasons: rondelle, acro-verse, haiku,
cinqvain, the ABC poem, parts of speech poem,
diamond)
Model text (Topic: “Hobbies” Grade: 4)
4. The author of the theory: Howard Gardner.
We:
Learned about different types of intelligence;
Worked out a multiple intelligence-oriented lesson,
based on the topic “Hobbies” in the textbook
English by Vereschagina for the 4th grade.
5. We derived a definition of critical thinking;
Learned about different types of reading and writing
activities;
We worked out a lesson plan, based on the topic
“Ecological problems”,
for upper intermediate students.
6. Developmental learning is useful
in the lessons of foreign language;
It expands professional outlook;
It gives a more detailed
understanding of teaching methods.
