Unit 4
Functions
We can describe language itself in terms of its
grammar or tis lexis. Functions are a way of describing how we use language
.When we describe the functions of language we focus on the use of the language
and its meaning for the people who are in the context Do you feel that your language lessons are overly focused
on grammar and vocabulary? Do you find that students sometimes difficult to
communicate effectively in some social situations? The answer may be to teach your students
more functional language. In Unit 4 is related about functions. Therefore, functions are a way of describing how
we use language. It is the use of language for specific communicate. For example(greeting, clarifying) As we know if we communicate with another people we always
have a reason why we are communicating. So the language we use to express a
function is called an exponent. I could say that it depends on the context it is used in different aspects.
In addition, when are talking about this topic teachers must explain their
learners the levels of formality more or
less relaxed ways of saying things. For example generally speaking, formal
situations amongst people who do not know each other very well. Also, when we communicate we need to take
in to account appropriate language
according to the situation, if it is time to use formal or informal language.
Additionally, most of people usually choose to use the level of formality in
order to communicate, this is called appropriacy,
but I don't agree with that because I consider that people especially
students should use informal language with friends or it just depend on the
situation. Also, register reflects
the situation in which it is used the language. To sump, I will teach to my
future learners the importance and use of functions with informal or formal ways. So, they can
understand better.
References:
YouTube,. (2015). Function Words - American English Pronunciation + Intonation/Word Stress. Retrieved 23 April 2015, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mS7w_np2Nw
References:
Ode.state.or.us,. (2015). Retrieved 23 April 2015, from http://www.ode.state.or.us/teachlearn/standards/elp
YouTube,. (2015). Function Words - American English Pronunciation + Intonation/Word Stress. Retrieved 23 April 2015, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mS7w_np2Nw
TeachingEnglish | British Council | BBC,. (2015).Functions. Retrieved 23
April 2015, from
https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/knowledge-database/functions
I like the way that you emphasise your knowledge of this unit, the importance and the way in which you as a future teacher can apply into the classroom in a successful form.
ResponderEliminarJessy, I consider that it has useful information, as teachers we need to use language in the correct way and it necessary to use the correct level of formality even though teenagers tend to use infomal language. :)
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ResponderEliminarJessy, I like your job, it provides useful information about functions. Also, I agree with you because when we communicate with others we need to use an appropriate language depending on the situation.
ResponderEliminargood point classmate speakers can express their oppinions in a formal, informal or neutral way
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