Didáctica de la Comunicación Escrita en Inglés

Telling stories about your own experiences contributes to writing in preschool ... because the teacher can record them to design writing activities. because children need to think and compose in order to tell them. The statement above is defended by some scholars, but others disagree.

What is the goal of science and discovery centers in preschool classes?. To help children engage with print in meaningful ways. To illustrate the stories read from books. To foster children’s interest for science from an early age.

Which of the following elements is key for literacy learning?. Interesting stories to talk, read or write about. Interest in writing. Communicative contexts designed together with students.

“Oral language is crucial to all aspects of literacy development”. The statement above is true. The statement above is false. It is important, but not central.

The concept of multiple literacies ... refers to reading and writing. refers to multiple forms of written communication. refers to multiple forms of written and oral communication.

Teachers can extend the language of children’s play ... by participating in it occasionally. by not participating in it and letting the game flow. by giving them clear instructions about the game.

Acomposition ... implies Knowledge and control of the letters. can include the pictures teachers find more interesting for the story. implies whatever form of writing children wish.

Children construct knowledge about print by interacting with ... logos and road signs. any kind of meaningful visual displays. specially designed books.

Concepts of print include ... the way in which books are structured. the relationship between print and oral language. A and B are correct.

The distinction between marks as drawing and marks as writing ... is completely accidental. is very important for the child's acquisition of literacy. is not relevant for the child's acquisition of literacy.

Children’s mock words ... repeat the same letter over and over. include a variety of letters, like the examples of print that they know. A and B are correct.

What is one key reason tales help with English language retention?. They are repetitive. They involve multiple senses. They are written in simple language.

What psychological benefit do stories provide to English language learners?. They reduce learning anxiety. They increase competition among peers. They make English learning faster.

Why are fairy tales popular in English language teaching?. They are long and easy to understand. They are predictable and use repetitive structures. They are modern and relatable.

Which type of story is known for its cultural significance?. Folk tales. Detective stories. Modern novels.

Stories told by children are important for reading ... because other children learn to extract meaning when they listen to it. The statement above is not correct. because the story can be written and then read with the teacher’s help.

“Oral language and literacy learning are intricately connected”. There is no agreement among scholars about the statement above. Scholars agree that the statement above is false. Scholars agree that the statement above is true.

Some concepts of print are: The concept of letter and speech. Directionality and the concept of word. Lists and big books.

Is there evidence to support that preschool is not too soon to address early literacy?. Yes, there is. No, there is not. There is no research on this matter.

Expository texts encountered by children typically ... use a familiar language style for children. describe characteristics of something. refer to what one character does in a story.

When it comes to constructing knowledge of print, ... only didactic materials are helpful,. the child's creativity is the only source of learning,. imitation can be very productive,.

When we consider concepts of print... the relevant unit is the word and the spaces between words. the relevant unit is the letter and the shapes that form it. Both letters and words are relevant.

Children usually start drawing lines that mimic writing ... after they have left preschool. when they are around two years old. from two or two and a half years old to five.

How do children realize that there is a relationship between written and oral language?. Suddenly. Gradually. They know it from the start.

What type of stories are effective for introducing new vocabulary?. Stories with pictograms. Non-fiction stories. Historical stories.

How can stories improve English writing skills?. By encouraging creative written production tasks. By providing complex texts. By focusing on handwriting.

How can stories be used to teach listening for specific information in English?. By asking students to take notes. By asking detailed questions after listening. By ignoring the details.

Why are visual aids integrated in tale-oriented lesson plans?. To decorate the classroom. To help with comprehension and engagement. To distract students.

How can technology be used in a tale-oriented lesson plan?. By reading e-books and using storytelling apps. By avoiding all technological tools. By focusing solely on traditional methods.

Why is it important to choose age-appropriate tales?. To ensure they are challenging. To match the students’ maturation and language proficiency level. To make them longer.

Do children’s written productions always have to convey meaning?. No, practicing and experimenting with letters is also positive for the literacy process. Yes, otherwise they are not learning how to write correctly. No, writing and meaning are not connected.

Oral language, reading and writing ... are all interconnected. need to be taught independently. need to be taught at the same time although they are not connected.

That children’s vocabulary is connected to reading development ... has no scientific support. has been well documented. makes no sense because they learn vocabulary as they learn how to read.

Early language difficulties may have a negative impact on later comprehension difficulties. The statement above has no scientific support. The statement above has been shown to be right. The statement above is false.

Which of the following statements is true?. Concepts of print and awareness of print are necessary for early literacy. Concepts of print and awareness of print consist in creating opportunities to write and draw. Concepts of print and awareness of print are two ways of addressing the same thing.

Awareness of language sounds ... is necessary for the development of print knowledge. is independent from the development of print Knowledge. must be addressed after children have gained awareness of print knowledge.

In the activity known as name match... the teacher has cards with a name and a picture on them. the students have cards with their own names. the students have cards with their pictures on them.

The activity known as name puzzle... involves children sorting the letters of their names by themselves. involves children sorting the letters of their names using a model. involves children telling the teacher the correct order of the letters.

Can we know whether a very small child's scribble is an attempt to imitate writing?. Yes, as the lines will suggest writing. We can only know if we see the child doing it. There is no way of knowing.

The lines that children draw to imitate writing... start out being very irregular but gradually grow more regular. imitate letters from the outset. are more uniform at the beginning but gradually display more variation.

When a child becomes acquainted with actual letters,... he or she stops using mock letters. he or she incorporates them with confidence. he or she might still make mistakes, for instance, by reversing them.

Why is it useful to use stories for teaching English grammar?. Grammar is explicitly explained. Grammar is learned in context. Grammar is ignored.

How do stories support the development of English reading comprehension skills?. They offer engaging content. They are used only for listening comprehension. They are difficult to understand.

What role does repetition in stories play in English language learning?. It makes students remember the story, which is the main goal of story use in the classroom. It reinforces language structures. It confuses students.

What is a tale-oriented lesson plan?. Astandalone lesson. Acomprehensive teaching plan based on a story. A textbook chapter.

That children’s writings always involve composition ... is natural. is a fact. is not necessarily true.

According to Mendoza and Kats (2008), which activity would you link to the notion of authoring?. Conversations between students where they tell about their experiences. Abrief written story by the teacher dictated by a student. A and B are correct.

The types of writing children develop are connected to their interest. FALSE. TRUE. It depends on the teacher’s approach to literacy.

Teachers have a role in encouraging children to write during play, and also in fostering ... the ability to paint. the ability to snare what they are learning through expository texts. the capacity to write without mistakes.

Which of the following statements about dramatic plays is correct?. They work quite well within a first language context, but not so well within a foreign language context. They work in exactly the same way in both contexts. They are a great resource for both contexts but need to be addressed in different ways.

Connecting letters to sounds requires... knowing each letter's name. Knowing the shape of each letter. A and B are correct.

When preschool children realize that writing represents a sequence of sounds... they start trying to represent every single sound when they write. they represent the most salient sounds. preschool children do not reach that realization.

The concept of interlanguage... was introduced by Elaine Tarone. was introduced by Jean Piaget. was introduced by Larry Selinker.

Interlanguage exists... between the native language and the target language. independently of native language and target language. in the same area as the target language.

Fossilization seems to affect... learners of all ages. younger learners such as preschool children. adult learners most of all.

What benefit of storytelling can be argued for developing English speaking skills?. It encourages passive learning. It promotes oral expression. It focuses on grammar.

Why do English language teachers use tales as the basis for lesson plans?. They are easy to grade. They integrate various language skills. They are quick to prepare.

What should a lesson plan based on a tale include?. Only reading comprehension activities. Avariety of activities targeting different language skills. Only grammar exercises.

Which activity is suitable for young English learners in a tale-oriented lesson plan?. Essay writing. Role-playing. Technical report writing.

How can peer interaction be encouraged in a tale-oriented lesson plan?. By asking students to work individually. By planning group activities and discussions. By avoiding group work.

Awareness of how print is placed on a page is part of what is known as... print knowledge. concepts of print. awareness of print.

Which of the following statements is true?. The main goal of preschool is that children socialize and get familiar with school culture. Preschool children have the ability and interest to develop early literacy. Free play is the main tool for children’s development in preschool.

How can teachers help children become aware of concepts of print?. Through repeated exposure and guided activities. Demonstrating writing. A and B are correct.

Alphabet knowledge ... must only be developed in class. Parents should not interfere because they are not qualified and may confuse their children. is better addressed through repetitive activities that help children memorize it. is a good predictor of success in early reading.

In the activity known as matching sentences, ... children must order the words in a sentence. children have a sentence on a card, and they must find it in a book. children must write a sentence so that it matches the one on a card.

A logical progression through activities would be ... matching sentences, then matching words, then matching letters. matching letters, then matching words, then matching sentences. The order of these activities does not matter.

What is the onset of a syllable?. Its initial letter. Every letter before the vowel, plus the vowel. Every letter before the vowel.

It seems that a possible way to avoid fossilization is ... to start learning the target language as early as possible. to focus on the Communicative Approach rather than on grammar. to emphasize pronunciation above other aspects.

Exposure to print ... is best if it uses physical books. should be explored using everyday objects with writing on them. can use both analogue and digital media.

Some activities that promote awareness of forms and symbols are classifying, comparing and... sequencing. lettering. drawing.

How do tales contribute to cultural understanding?. They are universally understood. They reflect diverse cultures and traditions. They are usually based on true events.

What role does imagination play in using tales for English teaching?. It helps students create their own stories. It enhances engagement and retention. It is not relevant to language learning.

What is a common theme in lesson plans for young English learners?. Adventure and exploration. Technical subjects. Political topics.

What role do questions play in tale-oriented lesson plans?. They distract students. They foster critical thinking and comprehension. They are not necessary.

What should teachers consider when selecting a tale for English language teaching?. Popularity of the story. Age adequacy and language level. Number of characters.