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Language knowledge and use


Linguistic knowledge:

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  Grammar
  
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    Avoiding repetition: substitution and ellipsis
    

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  Vocabulary
  
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    New words
    
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    Origins of new words
    

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  Pronunciation
  
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    Differences in spelling and pronunciation.
    
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    Students learn the right pronunciation in English through the Listening activities, and the use of the Audio CDs.
    
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    Students also practice their pronunciation in English through the Speaking activities.
    

Learning reflection:

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  Talking about the roots of new words
  
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  Discussing the importance of writing.
  
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  Writing a cover letter.
  
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  Reading The writer's block.
  
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  Listening to people talking about new words.
  
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  Learning useful phrases for getting your point across.
  
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  Reviewing and reflecting on learning.
  
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  Appreciating working in groups as a means of personal enrichment.
  

Socio cultural aspects and intercultural awareness

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  References to Mark Twain.
  
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  References to socialising online
  
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  Positive attitude towards own ability to participate in class activities
  
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  Willingness to review and reflect on own learning
  
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  Enjoyment in completing activities
  

LITERARY EDUCATION

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  Assessment and active participation in literary activities in the classroom.
  
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  Appreciation of literature as a source of pleasure showing criticism towards it.
  
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  Development of reading autonomy.
  

E.g.: Reading texts: The writer’s block / A Plan for the Improvement of English Spelling by Mark Twain.

References to Mark Twain and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

CROSS-CURRICULAR ITEMS

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