The 'one-word image' activity is an absolute must-listen for all MFL and world languages teachers! It allows you to teach languages in an engaging, student-centred way by creating an invisible character with your students, which will result in active listening, huge all-class engagement and high motivation. The strategy was originally developed by Ben Slavic and is now a mainstay in many language classrooms.
Rather than teaching long lists of vocabulary for describing people through worksheets or a textbook, the 'invisible character' approach uses students' own creativity and autonomy to develop the character traits and feelings. This activity enables students to acquire language naturally through intent listening and high interest. It will:
✔️ Build relationships
✔️ Foster belonging
✔️ Lead to excited engagement
✔️ Nurture students' creativity & autonomy
✔️ Embed vocabulary in long-term memory
Full programme notes with further information and links to resources are available at www.liamprinter.com/podcast.
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