Classroom expressions

• I don't understand
• I 've finished
• How do you spell....?
• What does.... mean?
• How do you say .... in English?
• Sorry I 'm late.
• May I go to the bathroom please?

Understanding basic classroom language

• Greetings
• Things students need to do in every lesson
• Classroom objects
• Things students say / ask for
• Coursebook instructions

How do YLs learn?

• They learn best through doing and moving about.
• They have a short attention span so lots of variety is needed.
• Understanding is achieved through lots of visual support (pictures, gestures)
• They enjoy games and stories.
• They learn best through repetition and constant recycling of new language.

Avoiding the L1 (Greek) in the Young Learners classroom

Why?

- Young Learners pick up the L2 faster and more effectively.
- It is more motivating (especially if they see that they can understand).