Functional Communicative Approach
1. Permits the student to utilize the new language
Being learned in a more authentic way establishing communication in English since the very beginning.
( Grammar becomes functional as it adapts to the diverse necessities of the language.)
2. Enables the student to have a reflexive attitude
3. Seeks the development of the major abilities of
Speaking, writing, and listening within the different communicative situations.
4. Adapts to the diverse necessities of the language
Beginning with the basic and integrating little by little grammatical elements recycling what was previously learned. Its consistent sequencing of material also provides many opportunities for practice, review and evaluation
5. Provides language experiences
As an integrated part of the broader communication process which involves sensory experiences including art, movement, music and play. ( students are given a chance to use all of their sensefor better learning.)
6. Is flexible
And permits its learning to be dynamic, creative and focused on the interests of the students.
A step by step approach to grammar that recycles learned material while developing new opportunities to incorporate more complex structures and writing activities.
Theme based units with a more comprehensive and structured approach to grammar.
Consistent sequence providing many opportunities for effective learning by being able to practice, apply and verify. (always with a little fun)
Inclusion of thinking maps and foldable organizers.
A new emphasis on writing
effectiveness.
Objectives
On each page you will find what is to be taken into consideration when doing the lesson.
Warm up
To get students thinking about the topic, and involving them with physical movement to activate their learning.
Activities
what to do in each page.
Extension
Still another activity suggested for those students that may still need extra practice.
Teaching tips
Everyday tips that will help us to enrich our teaching.
Blackline master illustrations that can be photocopied for use in games and activities.
CD-Rom
An interactive CD-ROM that provides additional fun opportunities for learning, practice and review.
With eight interactive activities for each unit which include use of the unit song and grammar points among other activities.
Audio CD
That contains the grammar rules and original songs for each unit of each book.
Flashcards
Three sets of eighty flashcards for levels 1, 2 and 3, are provided to help teachers stimulate vocabulary learning and communication.
The flashcards can be used to present or review target language interactively in various games and activities.
Poster Pack
The 14 Posters are a useful reference for the key grammar rules that are covered throughout the units.
Each Poster clearly lays out explanations and a variety of examples to help student comprehension.
Posters can be used for display or as an additional resource for the teacher.
Test Pack
The Test Pack is an essential evaluation tool for teachers to evaluate student’s progress, isolate common problem areas and provide further examples of the learned material.
There are quizzes from each unit, a mid-term test and final test for each book. All six test packs are included in a single CD.