The document outlines 6 strategies for teaching English to non-native speakers: 1) using extralinguistic cues like gestures and visual aids, 2) incorporating interactive pictures and comprehensive checks, 3) employing active learning structures like group work, 4) making linguistic modifications such as repetition and clear enunciation, 5) focusing on concepts rather than details, and 6) utilizing strategies to develop thinking including advance organizers and connecting new ideas to prior knowledge.

1. Mapping & Brainstorming 6 Strategies for ESL Learners By Gina Petti

2. Review of Articles RED 554 51163 Assessment in Reading Nova Southeastern University May 26, 2009

3. 6 strategies for ESL Extralinguistic Cues Interactive Pictures with Comprehensive checks Active learning structures Linguistic Modifications Focus on Concepts, not details on lesson Strategies to Develop Thinking

4. Extra linguistic Cues Gestures Facial Expressions Visual Aids such as drawings and pictures

5. Linguistic Modifications Repetition Clear enunciation Slow rate of speech with pauses

6. Interactive Pictures with Comprehensive Checks Students provide comprehensive input Perform Comprehensive checks - oral, physical, and model assignment

7. Active learning structures Provide opportunity for students to try new language – peer work, small groups, large groups. Students check their understanding and elaborate on it to peers

8. Focus on concepts, not details Focus on main point Focus on targeted vocabulary Do not focus on perfect pronunciation The larger concept is more important than details.

9. Strategies to Develop Thinking Provide student with strategies – advance organizers & cognitive mapping Connect new learning with something students already know – prior knowledge

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