MODULE 10 TESOL/TEFL
1. Regarding the key learning principles relating to young learners, which of the
following is incorrect
a. Variety brings life to the young learner classroom.
b. Scaffolding is essential.
c. Language development occurs to the same degree as their peers.
d. A 'one size fits all' approach will not work.
Answer c.
2. Regarding the differences between younger and older young learners, which
of the following is not cited in the younger young learners' list of characteris-
tics?
a. Like to have fun
b. No fear or embarrassment when making mistakes
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, c. Concerned with concrete experiences in the here and now
what they can see, touch, smell, etc.
d. Starting to plan and control behavior
Answer d.
3. An affective factor in L2 learners is attitude. True or False?
Answer True
4. Which of the following is not suggested as a cause of fossilization?
a. The learner is pressured to communicate ideas below her linguistic compe-
tence.
b. Transferring language rules from the L1 to the L2, thereby causing confu-
sion
c. It can be the result of weak teaching and a poor learning environment.
d. The learner's mind has reached subconscious conclusions that are difficult
to unlearn.
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1. Regarding the key learning principles relating to young learners, which of the
following is incorrect
a. Variety brings life to the young learner classroom.
b. Scaffolding is essential.
c. Language development occurs to the same degree as their peers.
d. A 'one size fits all' approach will not work.
Answer c.
2. Regarding the differences between younger and older young learners, which
of the following is not cited in the younger young learners' list of characteris-
tics?
a. Like to have fun
b. No fear or embarrassment when making mistakes
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, c. Concerned with concrete experiences in the here and now
what they can see, touch, smell, etc.
d. Starting to plan and control behavior
Answer d.
3. An affective factor in L2 learners is attitude. True or False?
Answer True
4. Which of the following is not suggested as a cause of fossilization?
a. The learner is pressured to communicate ideas below her linguistic compe-
tence.
b. Transferring language rules from the L1 to the L2, thereby causing confu-
sion
c. It can be the result of weak teaching and a poor learning environment.
d. The learner's mind has reached subconscious conclusions that are difficult
to unlearn.
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