In a dual language immersion classroom, comprehensible input refers to the strategies and techniques used to ensure that students can understand and engage with the new language being taught. This concept is crucial for effective language acquisition and includes several key components:
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Video Examples
Comprehensible Input in a First Year French DLI Morning Lesson Sequence. Click here to see the full version.
Examples of Comprehensible Input during a 2nd Grade French DLI Science lesson.
Comprehensible Input in a 5th Grade French DLI Science lesson. Click here to view the entire lesson.
Using audio and visual prompts to activate students’ prior knowledge and support comprehension and reflection in a 6th Grade French DLI Social Studies class. Click here for the full lesson.
Comprehensible Input during a 6th Grade French DLI Science lesson. Click here to view the entire lesson.
Building on prior knowledge from previous lessons to support readiness for the next step in the learning sequence in a 9th Grade French DLI/AP French class. Click here for the full version.
By incorporating these strategies, educators provide comprehensible input that supports students in understanding and using the new language effectively.
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