How to create an optimal environment for language learning
(4) The Brain Seeks Novelty
Teachers need to provide students with many differing opportunities to process new information. A moderate amount of novelty will increase attention, interest, and learning.
Have a few surprises!
Suggestions to teachers:
- change the order you do things
- have partner “B” go first, or let the loser be the winner
- use interesting, unusual props, visuals, sounds, etc.
- provide a variety of activities for each topic
- move, touch, be active
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Source:
101 Best Strategies for Teaching World Languages (Bureau of Education & Research)
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