Lisa Shepard
@mmeshep.bsky.social
Former French teacher who now provides professional development to language teachers as an independent consultant. Former #langchat moderator, OH TOY 2016, NBCT
My understanding is that the Attention phase is where the students complete an interpretive task for a text that contains multiple (underlined) examples of the targeted structure.After demonstrating comprehension, they're ready to co-construct the rule.
October 5, 2025 at 12:21 PM
My understanding is that the Attention phase is where the students complete an interpretive task for a text that contains multiple (underlined) examples of the targeted structure.After demonstrating comprehension, they're ready to co-construct the rule.
...ends on p. 88...
October 5, 2025 at 11:25 AM
...ends on p. 88...
It looks like I definitely have a different edition, because my chapter 4 ends on p. 8 and I'm noticing your references to pages in the 90's.
October 5, 2025 at 11:06 AM
It looks like I definitely have a different edition, because my chapter 4 ends on p. 8 and I'm noticing your references to pages in the 90's.
I feel like I must be losing my mind since neither you nor Denise have this. I'm attaching a photo in hopes of restoring my sanity.🤣
October 5, 2025 at 10:58 AM
I feel like I must be losing my mind since neither you nor Denise have this. I'm attaching a photo in hopes of restoring my sanity.🤣
Hmmm, I just double-checked and it seems to be 62-63 in my book.
October 4, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Hmmm, I just double-checked and it seems to be 62-63 in my book.
p. 63 (Table starts on p. 62)
October 3, 2025 at 12:52 AM
p. 63 (Table starts on p. 62)
Some of the Principles of Input Processing in Table 4.1 were new to me, especially the ones in the last row (Event Probability, Lexical Semantics and Contextual Constraints). The examples were great. In spite of being a native speaker, I was unable comprehend the last example on my first reading.
September 30, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Some of the Principles of Input Processing in Table 4.1 were new to me, especially the ones in the last row (Event Probability, Lexical Semantics and Contextual Constraints). The examples were great. In spite of being a native speaker, I was unable comprehend the last example on my first reading.
Even though I'm a hugh proponent of authentic resources, I was surprised to learn that research showed that students found them easier. I'd love to know more about the studies! #SLAyyy
September 22, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Even though I'm a hugh proponent of authentic resources, I was surprised to learn that research showed that students found them easier. I'd love to know more about the studies! #SLAyyy
In Box 3.6, the authors suggested scaffolding a text message creative task by providing one character's responses. (I've always had the students write both parts.) I think doing so would allow me to guide the students in including more content from the original text. #SLAyyy
September 22, 2025 at 3:26 PM
In Box 3.6, the authors suggested scaffolding a text message creative task by providing one character's responses. (I've always had the students write both parts.) I think doing so would allow me to guide the students in including more content from the original text. #SLAyyy
I learned/relearned certain details about the Interactive Model. For example, including 2 parts in the Comprehension Phase seems really important, and something I have sometimes failed to do. #SLAyyy
September 22, 2025 at 3:20 PM
I learned/relearned certain details about the Interactive Model. For example, including 2 parts in the Comprehension Phase seems really important, and something I have sometimes failed to do. #SLAyyy
I have been relying on authentic resources when designing lessons/units/curriculum for several years. I thought the authors did a great job supporting the use of these materials.
September 22, 2025 at 3:08 PM
I have been relying on authentic resources when designing lessons/units/curriculum for several years. I thought the authors did a great job supporting the use of these materials.
I ordered it after I saw your convo. I've only read the first chapter so far Can I post comments as I catch up?
September 20, 2025 at 6:21 PM
I ordered it after I saw your convo. I've only read the first chapter so far Can I post comments as I catch up?
Awww. I'm so honored!
August 9, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Awww. I'm so honored!
I'm on Grandma duty tonight, but I'll look forward to learning from you after the chat.
April 17, 2025 at 4:14 PM
I'm on Grandma duty tonight, but I'll look forward to learning from you after the chat.
Absolutely! It was the specific projects described in the book that I don't think would have ever worked for me or my students. We certainly did create present projects using parameters that allowed me to assess and provide feedback on their language use.
April 11, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Absolutely! It was the specific projects described in the book that I don't think would have ever worked for me or my students. We certainly did create present projects using parameters that allowed me to assess and provide feedback on their language use.
I 100% agree with you!
April 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
I 100% agree with you!
Spoiler alert: The students researched a sustainability topic, collaborated with group members, and eventually presented their final project to a public audience. That seems a lot to ask of a student who might not be consistently speaking in complete sentences.
April 11, 2025 at 12:59 AM
Spoiler alert: The students researched a sustainability topic, collaborated with group members, and eventually presented their final project to a public audience. That seems a lot to ask of a student who might not be consistently speaking in complete sentences.
I definitely wonder how students at the Novice High/Intermediate Low proficiency level were able to complete the tasks in the 2nd project in the chapter. #LangChat
April 11, 2025 at 12:53 AM
I definitely wonder how students at the Novice High/Intermediate Low proficiency level were able to complete the tasks in the 2nd project in the chapter. #LangChat
Thank you! I would LOVE to see one of your projects! Could you share any examples? My email is lisashepardwlc@gmail.com if that's a better way to share.
April 11, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Thank you! I would LOVE to see one of your projects! Could you share any examples? My email is lisashepardwlc@gmail.com if that's a better way to share.