Scaffolding Learning
Forum Summary
L1 Use in CLIL classrooms
Using L1 judiciously to help comprehend concepts is useful but should be limited - Luisa
Key words can be defined in L1 to ensure learners understand them- Maria Pia
Motivating learners is essential but it's important that students learn at their own pace- Maria Pia
Students use L1 to clarify key concepts and for working on other topics- Silvana
The use of flashcards creates interest and highlighting words which will be useful later in the lesson is useful- Giulia
L1 can be used in spontaneous interactions and good understanding of concepts helps to scaffold production in the target language - Gabriella.
Having learners discuss concepts in L1 is conducive to good group dynamics, for some tips on this read her article. - Patrizia
Useful techniques we'd like to try
Setting percentage objectives in L1 use
Use of L1 tickets to promote production
L1 corner for 'timeout' in CLIL clases
Patrizia
Use of drama and songs- Gabriella
Demonstration by the learners e.g. 'show and tell', Students becoming 'agents' of own learning- Giulia
Use more recasting techniques and provide prompts for weaker learners- Silvana
Provide frames to support learners and give examples- Maria Pia
Incllude more 'hands-on' learning and have Word walls- Luisa