Four-phase eclectic didactic model for teaching the English temporal system¶
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Evidence · 2 claims (2 for) · 1 study (1 causal),q3· 0 of 1 report an effect size · 2 claims rest on one study
Description¶
The article presents a didactic model that is "a selection of aspects from different methods combined" so that activities reinforce each other, aiming for higher linguistic competence. It consists of four phases adapted from Piaget's learning process and the researcher's own continuation: Reception and Assimilation (comprehension-based exercises), Accommodation (consciousness-raising and translation exercises), Production (reconstructive exercises and free writing), and Self-Assessment (an ongoing journal). The model transforms the grammar lesson into a language lesson integrating all skills.
Design Implications¶
Context¶
Requirements¶
- Intensive instruction (20-30+ hours/week), large classes around 30 students, low-intermediate learner level, and teachers competent in managing time effectively
Constraints¶
- The teacher need not be highly proficient in speaking the L2 because comprehension questions can be supported by Arabic; the model was designed for and tested with Arabic-speaking learners
Target Learners¶
- Arabic-speaking freshman university students at low-intermediate English level
Learning Goals¶
- English tense and aspect system (temporal system)
- language awareness
- reading and writing skills
- vocabulary building
Claims¶
- Didactic Model Language Awareness Gains [+M]
- Didactic Model Reading Writing Delayed Gains [+M]
- Didactic Model Vocabulary Delayed Gains [+M]
Related Designs¶
Examples¶
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Key Sources¶
- Hmidani, T. (2017). Didactic model: Teaching the English temporal system to Arabic freshman learners of English. Profile: Issues in Teachers' Professional Development, 19(Suppl. 1), 81-97. https://doi.org/10.15446/profile.v19n_sup1.68617
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Four-phase eclectic didactic model for teaching the English temporal system |
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The article presents a didactic model that is "a selection of aspects from different methods combined" so that activities reinforce each other, aiming for higher linguistic competence. |
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