Clines in language teaching

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What is a cline?
The British Council Teaching English website defines a cline as ‘a scale of language items that goes from one extreme to another, for example, from positive to negative, or from weak to strong’.

Why are clines useful in language teaching?
Clines can be very effective in conveying and clarifying language, giving a very visual representation of meaning. They highlight shades of meaning, they are efficient and can cut down on teacher talking time. They also provide students with a good record of language to take home.

What language points lend themselves well to use of clines?
Clines are very versatile and can be used for vocabulary or grammar.
Some examples I have used follow:

Vocabulary

Temperature

Expressing likes and dislikes

Feelings
E.g. Degrees of hunger

This could work equally well with other feelings such as anger, happiness, tiredness, or even drunkenness!

Grammar

Modals of deduction

Adverbs…

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Problem

I am worried because I did not get any e-mail with the play’s dialogue. We will have to do it tomorrow in our first hour and stop our general rehearseal, that’s is going to slow the whole process and other groups.

2nd Mini Process – Closure

Be prepared for Friday. The ones that missed my class today have to complete the posters activity.

Posters activity: You have to pick up two different phrasal verbs each poster must have one phrasal verb with its definition, two examples using that phrasal verb and a drawing. You have to hang the poster in your classroom. Don’t forget to write your name down and our level. 🙂

Calling ALL English Students!

Guys pay attention to this opportunity! It looks really good. 🙂

The Adventure of English

This is a an interesting video. You really need to check it out to practice your listening comprehension