Input,+Output,+and+Comprehension

= Input, = = = = Output, = = = = and = = Comprehension =

= = = = = = =Input is necessary in order for students to learn a second language. Students need to understand what is being said or presented to them, and multiple experiences with input will assist learners with second language acquisition. =


 * ===Students should be able to know most of the words and the essence of what is being presented to them .===
 * **Provide relevant background knowledge and content to the learner.**
 * **provide instruction that draws on the experience of your students. **
 * **Use visuals, graphic organizers, concrete objects, and gestures .**
 * **Use consistent and concise vocabulary. **
 * **Provide opportunities for input that is just a bit more difficult than the student understands. **
 * Website: 15 Simple ways to Increase Comprehensible Input:[] **

= Output occurs when a second language learner is able to express themselves in the target language. Output plays an active role in the acquisition process by allowing for experimentation and testing language hypotheses. =

Teacher Tips:

 * **Give the student many opportunities to provide output. Small group activities are great because they provide more of a non-threatening environment for the learner. **
 * **Constantly involve students. Journals, illustrations, and other forms are writing are good forms of output. Make sure that teacher feedback is provided.**
 * **Role Playing - See this website for ideas:http://www.eslflow.com/roleplaysdramatheatregames.html[] **

= T**he Role of Interaction** - Interactions assist the learner in developing a second language through opportunities to use both the the input and output strategies. Interactions will also assist the learner in developing an understanding of the grammatical structures and syntax of L2. = = = = =


 * === With interaction comes the possibility of miscommunication. Monitor your students' concerns for possibilities of miscommunication. ===
 * === Website: Interesting Things for ESL Students:[] ===

= ** Comprehension - This is the ability of the learner to understand what is being said to him/her. The speaker should make sure that the pronunciation is good, vocabulary used is appropriate to the learner's age and L2 acquisition level. ** =

. Speak clearly and concisely.
 * === ** Teacher Tips: ** ===
 * === Comprehension precedes production. Listening and reading will precede speaking and writing. ===

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 * Focus of discussions and interactions should reflect student interests.
 * Ask the student questions to ensure that he/she comprehends what you are saying.
 * Use journaling activities and illustrations to monitor comprehension.

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