Planning, Implementing and Assessment of LAC

PLANNING:

• Identify new terminology and concepts within content
• Identify language registers and style of writing in the subject.
• Determine learning goals
• Decide on essential previous knowledge required by students
• Structure and plan meaningful tasks for learners to acquire effective language skills
• Create opportunities for learners to use language in relation to subject specific tasks like preparing a lab report, a project proposal,  a business email etc.
• Establish strategies to ensure fair and equitable opportunities for all.
• Collect effective resources
• Design appropriate evaluation strategies

IMPLEMENTATION:

          Learn the format of LAC lesson plan. The best lesson plan is worthless if not implemented properly.Some suggested practices are:

• Establish a positive classroom environment
• Give clear idea of lesson objectives to students
• Maintain interest and variety to sustain student attention.
• Use appropriate speed 
• Collect timely student feedback
• Maintain a reflective  teacher journal

ASSESSMENT:

• The focus of assessment is on learner’s progress in understanding of linguistic elements in an area of study. 
• Use different assessment strategies 
• Have oral and written assessments
• Establish effective routines for observing performance and assessment
• Double grade students: one grade for content and one grade for linguistic correctness
• Use portfolios for authentic assessment
• Supply word banks / peer interpreters for assessment 
• Can allot extended time to complete tests