This telephone simulation does incorporate all 4 competencies. Students read cards to know what role to take in each phone conversation. They listen for cues and leave and take messages. The number of worksheets for each student might be overwhelming for lower level students. The teacher may want to alter the worksheets to make them simpler (and I noticed at least 2 typos among the handouts). However, this activity does give ample opportunities for students to practice the 4 skills in a structured way.
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Wow! This looks like a very fun activity. I would like to point out how the creator tried to be very culturally appropraite by including names from every nationality (haha). Overall it looks like this would be great to use in an ESL class!
ReplyDeleteI love this activity because students can practice a real-world skill in a fun way. Speaking on the phone can terrify even the most advanced language learners (and even a few native speakers!) and this activity could help ease student fears by allowing them to practice phone etiquette and norms in a low stress environment.
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