Contextualized Communicative Grammar

6 PD Hours

Aligned with ESOL Professional Standard 2: Components of Language

IPQ: 5

In this experiential learning workshop, we explore strategies and techniques to contextualize grammar instruction in meaningful content and to maximize students’ practice and use of new language and forms. The facilitators share a variety of ways teachers can present targeted grammar points that align to the MA ELPS; create activities for ample student practice and authentic language use; and promote students’ metalinguistic awareness through reflection and analysis. Through two facilitated virtual sessions and two self-directed online modules, this professional development opportunity includes a combination of presentation, exploration, discussion, and hands-on practice and application in the ESOL classroom.

• Module 1: Independent Preliminary Activities
• Module 2: Facilitated Virtual Session 1
• Module 3: Independent Activities/Application of Learning into Practice
• Module 4: Facilitated Virtual Session 2

Upon completion of this professional development activity/course, you will be able to:

• Contextualize grammar lessons in meaningful content
• Gradually release the responsibility for learning grammar to students
• Design activities to maximize student practice and meaningful use of grammar forms
• Promote students’ metalinguistic awareness
• Outline a contextualized grammar lesson with workshop elements for in-person or remote instruction

ESOL Professional Standard Addressed: 2
IPQ Addressed: 5
Online Blended
This course is currently available for program-based PD tailored to your specific needs. Please get in touch with Dori McCormack at dmccormack@edc.org for more information.