Bringing in related objects for examination and experimentation. Production of your own short video program. Visits from experts. Teachers and students alike will find that video is an effective catalyst and facilitator for classroom discourse and analysis. The NTTI methodology is a perfect complement to an ESL program.
Video can be an effective and powerful tool for English language learners.
By incorporating closed captioning, ESL students are able to see the text and hear the language in a non-threatening format. A 1990 study by the National Captioning Institute has found that closed captioning video has improved comprehension, and overall is very effective for students learning English as a second language . Help students relate the program to their own experiences and feelings. Have students observe the way characters communicate messages through spoken language, non-verbal gestures and body language. Point out to students how communication varies according to the setting.