Effective lesson planning for emergent language

An IATEFL monthly webinar presented by Cecilia Nobre

This webinar is designed for teachers seeking to enhance their planning skills and better manage emergent language in the classroom.

Many initial qualification courses don't adequately address how to handle emergent language and unexpected learning moments, leaving teachers feeling unprepared and hesitant to address spontaneous teachable moments during lessons. Hence, this session will explore how to balance a "semi-structured" planning with the flexibility required to address these spontaneous learning opportunities.

Participants will learn about planning strategies that provide positive and meaningful teachable opportunities. The session will discuss the tension between structure and freedom in ELT, highlighting strategies for both novice and experienced teachers. Whether they prefer using coursebooks or planning from scratch with authentic materials, practical examples will illustrate how to plan for and respond to emergent language, ensuring lessons are dynamic and responsive to students' needs. Attendees will gain insights into planning practices that encourage both predictability and adaptability, ultimately enhancing their students' learning experience. Participants will see examples and try out a teaching scenario, leaving with practical strategies they can immediately apply in their teaching practice.

PRESENTER:

Cecilia Nobre has over twenty years of experience in teaching and a background in developing ELT materials. She holds two Master’s degrees from Warwick University: one in English Language Teaching with distinction and another in Applied Linguistics with merit. She is the co-author of the book Using Video to Support Teacher Reflection and Development in ELT (2023), along with Laura Baecher and Steve Mann. Her work primarily involves training teachers through the CELTA/CertTESOL programmes and contributing to research in language education. Currently, she is pursuing a PhD in Applied Linguistics at Warwick University. Cecilia has worked in Turkey, Brazil, and now in the UK. She has also worked as an EAP tutor in universities in Turkey and the UK.

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