Thematic instruction
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The document discusses thematic instruction and how it can help English language learners. Thematic instruction involves selecting an overarching theme to shape unit lessons and topics. Thoughtful instruction then builds background knowledge, facilitates collaborative learning, uses literature and higher-order thinking. Formative assessments monitor student learning so teachers can adjust, while summative assessments evaluate learning through culminating projects. The approach helps English learners by integrating vocabulary and content through meaningful themes.
Thematic instruction
- 2. THEMATIC INSTRUCTION What are the characteristics of the thematic approach? How can we use it to help English Language Learners? Benefits to using thematic instruction.
- 3. CHARACTERISTICS OF THEMATIC INSTRUCTION Select the Theme Thoughtful Instruction Assessment
- 4. Selecting the Theme The theme shapes the unit, lessons and topics What do your students already know? What do they show interest in learning more about? What will it teach my students about the language, culture and subject content? Do I have the needed materials to support these activities and topics? If not, can I obtain them?
- 5. THOUGHTFUL INSTRUCTION Build background knowledge and preteach vocabulary Facilitate learning centers and collaborative learning Authentic activities for integrating literature Engage CLD students cognitively with Higher Order Thinking Use visual aides and graphic organizers
- 6. ASSESSMENTS Formative Monitors student learning Allows teachers to adjust lessons as needed Summative Evaluates student learning Usually comes in the form of a culminating, collaborative project
- 7. HOW CAN WE USE THEMATIC INSTRUCTION TO HELP OUR ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS?