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The Natural Approach

This method is based on the ideas and contributions of Tracy Terrell and Stephen Krashen.

Approach

Krashen and Terrell view communication as the primary function of language. The theory and research of learning are grounded on Krashen’s five core hypotheses:

• Acquisition/Learning Hypothesis
• Monitor Hypothesis
• Natural Order Hypothesis
• Input Hypothesis
• Affective Filter Hypothesis

Design

Regarding types of learning and teaching activities, there is a gradual progression.

Procedure

In all activities, the instructor maintains a constant flow of “comprehensible input,” using key vocabulary, appropriate gestures, context, repetition, and paraphrase to ensure the input is understood.

Suggestopedia

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MEMORANDUM

TO:All regional branches and franchise holders

FROM:Linguistic Atelier -Head Office

SUBJECT:Seminar on implementation Of STANAG6001 –5th edition

BACKGROUND. Since A new version of Standardization Agreement #6001 (STANAG6001) has been promulgated and should be ratified by all NATO Members by the end of June 2013,it Is necessary for all regional Schools operated under the name of Linguistic Atelier to familiarize with the current changes to the Language Proficiency Levels introduced by the agreement. Head Office expects all your Teachers conducting military English courses to participate in a June training On new military English tests And exam format. Our awareness of the recent changes to NATO standards of the language Courses we provide... Continue reading "The modern subject is the subject of the sciences." »

English-Spanish Vocabulary List

General Vocabulary

• all-round = completo
• cooperation = cooperación
• team work = trabajo en equipo
• diverse = diverso
• hands-on = práctico
• host = anfitrión
• training = entrenamiento
• alley = callejón
• clear = evidente
• commute = ir a trabajar
• crime rate = tasa de crimen
• destroy = destrozar
• equal = igual
• facility = facilidad
• free of charge = gratis
• giant = gigante
• housing = vivienda
• isolation = aislamiento
• lack of = falta de
• land = tierra
• landmark = punto de referencia
• let in = hacer pasar
• litter = basura del suelo
• mayor = alcalde
• neighbourhood = vecindario
• overcrowding = demasiada gente
• pavement = acera
• pay a fine = pagar una multa
• picturesque = pintoresco
• trek = caminata
• round the clock = 24/7
• population density = densidad de población
• set foot