To deepen understanding of SLA principles by designing an engaging board or card game that illustrates and applies these principles in the context of language learning materials development.
To deepen understanding of SLA principles by designing an engaging board or card game that illustrates and applies these principles in the context of language learning materials development.
Instructions:
1. Form a Group- Get into groups of 3–4 members.
2. Select SLA Principles- Your teacher will provide a list or set of 5 SLA principles.
3. Create Puzzle Card- Using paper or index cards:
Make a two sets of cards:
Term Cards: each with the name of one SLA principle
Application Cards: each with a short classroom activity or material that demonstrates that principle.
4. Play & Exchange - Exchange your set with another group. Try to match their terms with correct applications. Discuss your answers together.
5. Wrap-Up- As a group, pick 1 match you found most interesting and be ready to briefly explain why it works in the context of materials development