This document discusses providing written feedback and error correction to language learners in the classroom. It notes that error correction is a part of the learning process, not the end goal. It recommends using a "no code" approach where teachers do not explicitly identify and correct every error, but rather provide feedback to guide student learning. The document also suggests collaborative error correction activities where students work in groups to identify and correct sample errors, and encourages allowing some use of students' first language during these activities. It addresses common concerns that collaborative activities take too much time and that students cannot think critically enough, reassuring that the benefits are worth it.
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No code written feedback & error correction in the language classroom
1. No code: Written feedback and error correction in the language classroomDavid DodgsonTED Ankara CollegeImage by D Sharon Pruitt
2. Which age groups do you work with?A. Pre-School/KindergartenB. Primary/Elementary SchoolC. Middle SchoolD. High School/University prepE. Adult learnersFirst, a quick poll...
9. From my classroom...I really enjoyed reading about your best friend and I want to know more!Her favourite animal is a rabbit ¨C has she got a pet rabbit?She has got 1 or 2 fish ¨C goldfish? Has she got an aquarium?She goes to Charles de Gaulle ¨C is she French? Or can she speak French?Please tell me more!
15. A collaborative solutionCreate a paragraph using common errors made by your students.Put them in groups of 3 or 4 and ask them to identify and correct the mistakes.Can be done on computer via typewith.me, google docs, etc.Or just do it on the board with different coloured markers!Make sure they review their own work afterwards and look for similar mistakes.
16. Doesn¡¯t it all take a lot of time (preparation and class time)?Yes, but it¡¯s worth it!Can kids really think critically in this way?You¡¯d be surprised!During collaborative error correction, don¡¯t they use a lot of L1?Yes, but so what? ?Questions I¡¯m often asked...