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TeachingEnglish Young Learners Activity Book Introduction A system that we have observed in primary classes involves dividing the class into small groups (4–6 children per group), and using a reward point system. The groups can be changed regularly, once a month for example, and different strategies can be used to form the groups, with the teachers either choosing the groups or making a random selection, or children choosing their own groups. Children then earn points for their group, rather than rewards for themselves. Points are given for performing well in activities, for good behaviour in class, for completing homework, answering questions in class, and classroom management, such as finding material quickly. This reward system encourages collective class responsibility. Competition Some of the activities encourage both individual and group competition, with a ‘winner’ at the end. While a certain amount of competition can be healthy, the same potential difficulties exist as with using rewards. Competition can push some children to perform better, but it can be de-motivating for others. We suggest a limited use of competition in activities and a preference for collective responsibility whereby a child wins for their group, rather than for themselves. Concluding Comments We have had great fun putting this book together and learnt a lot of new approaches and ideas for teaching English to young learners. We hope that in using the book you will also have fun and learn, and that your children will too! We would love to hear from you about your experiences in using these activities and any changes you make to meet your children’s needs or that of the context in which you work. Send your thoughts and ideas to lss_activities@ aston.ac.uk References English for Primary Teachers (Resource Books for Teachers) by Mary Slattery and Jane Willis (24 May 2001) Oxford OUP 6 © British Council 2012
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