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3.4. Working with texts. The core features of CLIL methodology

 

Now look at the list of core features and examples and match the examples to the appropriate heading.

Core feature

examples 

Multiple focus
  • supporting content learning in language classes
  • supporting language learning in content classes

 

 

Safe and enriching learning environment
  • using routine activities and discourse
  • displaying language and content throughout the classroom

 

 

Authenticity
  • letting the students ask for the language help they need
  • maximizing the accommodation of student interests

 

 

Active learning
  • students communicating more than the teacher
  • students help set content, language and learning skills outcomes

 

 

Scaffolding
  • building on students’ existing knowledge, skills, attitudes, interests and experience
  • repackaging information in user-friendly ways

 

 

 

Co-operation
  • planning courses /lessons/themes in co-operation with CLIL and non-CLIL teachers
  • involving parents in learning about CLIL and how to support students

 

 

 
  • building student confidence to experiment with language and content
  • challenging students to take another step forward and not just coast in comfort
  • connecting with other speakers of the CLIL language
  • favoring peer co-operative work
  • fostering creative and critical thinking
  • guiding access to authentic learning materials and environments
  • increasing students language awareness 
  • integrating several subjects
  • involving the local community, authorities, employers
  • making a regular connection between learning and the student’s lives
  • negotiating the meaning of language and content with students
  • organizing learning through cross-curricular themes and projects
  • responding to different learning styles
  • students evaluate progress in learning outcomes
  • supporting reflection on the learning process 
  • teachers acting as facilitators
  • using classroom learning centers
  • using current materials from the media and other sources