The Gesture Approach
The Gesture Approach is recommended as a reference to support the teaching of the Ontario Core French curriculum for grades 4 to 8.
Description
Muffin Rhythm Co.
, 1999
108 p., b/w, coil binding
ISBN 0-9698851-1-3
Grades : 4-8
Concepts : French language acquisition, Core French, kinesthetic methodology, vocabulary development, drama
Subject : French As a Second Language
CSC Evaluation
Curriculum Correlation
The Gesture Approach presents an alternative method for teaching French As a Second Language: Core French and supports the Ontario curriculum for grades 4 to 8.
Content
This professional learning resource provides teachers with a strategy for teaching French As a Second Language, using a visual and kinesthetic approach to learning new vocabulary. It demonstrates how to use specific gestures to teach and reinforce vocabulary in combination with story and drama.
Methodology
The methodology is based on sound research about how people learn. It presents a prescribed approach to acquisition of vocabulary which teachers may find effective in working with students beginning in the language or those with special needs.
Assessment
There are limited suggestions made for assessment. Teachers will have to develop their own assessment strategies and tools.
Format
The explanations and ideas in this professional resource are clear and easy-to-follow. The illustrations further clarify the explanations.
Bias
The material is presented from a balanced perspective.
Review Recommendation
The Gesture Approach is recommended as a reference to support the teaching of the Ontario Core French curriculum for grades 4 to 8.
Contact Information
Ms. Wendy Maxwell
Aim Language Learning
RR #1 E-43
Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0
604-947-0015
mobile: 604-323-4244
Toll Free: 1-800-668-6288
Fax: 604-947-9630
e-mail: wendy@aimlanguagelearning.com
http://www.aimlanguagelearning.com
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