The goal is to exchange as much information about themselves as possible in ASL before the lights flash again. Begin with a class brainstorm of required vocabulary. At the end of the survey, students could graph their findings. Invite students to use demonstrated models to interview each other in pairs. Their confidence is enhanced when the classroom environment is supportive and interactive, and when making errors is viewed as an accepted part of learning a new language.
Constructive feedback encourages students to communicate in the language and to take further risks.
Self-assessment is also an important part of language learning. They might also sketch, use pictures, or create computer graphics to show their understanding of a brief story or statement. Copyright 1999 All Rights Reserved. BC MOE Curriculum Branch .