How to teach new vocabulary
Teaching New Vocabulary One important decision we have to make before teaching new words is whether we are teaching vocabulary terms for: active use or understanding . Vocabulary items which are taught for passive understanding are those the Ss. will recognize and understand but not necessarily use for communication, e.g. when the teacher gives instructions for Ss. to get in groups or pairs. But vocabulary items that are taught for active use are those teachers expect their Ss. to understand, pronounce correctly, read, write and use properly in communication. Steps in teaching a new word: 1- Pronounce the word 2 or 3 times while the Ss. listen. 2- Show the meaning of a word by using suitable technique. 3- Have Ss. to repeat the word after you (in chorus, groups and individually ) 4- Write the word of the board and have your ps. read and copy it. 5- Ask questions for comprehension. 6- Enco...