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Techniques and methods in Language Teaching > Using L1 in L2 Classes? Whatīs your opinion?
Using L1 in L2 Classes? Whatīs your opinion?
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jdrc
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Using L1 in L2 Classes? Whatīs your opinion?
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Hi mates.
1.Do you think itīs necessary or useful to use L1 in a L2 class?
2.Should teachers be allowed to use L1 in L2 class?Thanks in advanced for your comments! 
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22 Sep 2012
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cunliffe
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1. Yes, it can be a useful tool. If we have beginners, we try to buddy them up with a more advanced student who has the same language. It can save the teacher a lot of time, and it īs good for the buddy to hear the topic matter in English, then translate it into his L1. It can only support learning. Obviously - and you, the teacher, has to make a call, if kids are just chatting in L1, then, no that īs not good.
2. Absolutely! But not too much, a good teacher shouldn īt need to, but sometimes it can be comforting for the student. |
22 Sep 2012
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Yolandaprieto
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I agree with cunliffe. It is sometimes necessary so as not to make our students feel frustrated but it should only be used if it is really necessary.
Yolanda
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22 Sep 2012
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Naoom
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Hi dearest I think using l1 is the last way you can use realia,authentic materials,pictures,acting or telling what you want through a sentence or a story But remember,the last way is l1 .students have to think in l2 |
22 Sep 2012
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ueslteacher
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You might find this interesting Sophia |
22 Sep 2012
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