by sheila_admin | Jul 22, 2012 | How To Teach English, Linguistics
A semantic field (sometimes known as a lexical field) is a group of words related by meaning. In teaching a semantic field could be: animals verbs of perception foodstuffs … In practical terms the definition is quite loose and general. Sometimes a word will...
by sheila_admin | Jul 20, 2012 | Lesson Plans & Activities
Word Bag is a fun game which helps with semantic fields and vocabulary in general. It’s quick to set up and ideal to keep the class occupied for 10 minutes at the end of a lesson and it is very good for all ages and levels of students. Running the Game To start,...
by sheila_admin | Jun 25, 2012 | Lesson Plans & Activities
Spelling Mix is a simple TEFL activity for students to practice the spelling of words in a semantic field. It’s suitable for any age and level as long as the words the students are looking for are of the right level. Preparation Select a group of words of a...
by sheila_admin | Jun 17, 2012 | Language Skills, Lesson Plans & Activities, Teaching Young Learners
Clap Slap is a simple game which is great fun with younger children. It practices listening comprehension, word groups and also helps them to let off a little steam! Decide first on an appropriate word group. This will depend on your class and their level, but could...
by sheila_admin | Jun 17, 2012 | Lesson Plans & Activities
My Grandmother went to Market is a quick and simple traditional game which can be used in the TEFL classroom to practice various semantic fields. It is useful at the end of the class for a five minute filler to practice vocabulary learned earlier. Once the class are...
