Grouping Learners TKT M3

It gives timid SS the maximum student talking time (STT).

• Class divided into two groups

• Closed pairs

• Groups of three or four

There is usually a good mix of opinions, but not too many people trying to talk at the same time.

• Whole class

• Closed pairs

• Groups of three or four

It's the quickest way to set up a competition. The learners get very excited about working againts others.

• Class divided into two groups

• Open pairs

• Groups of three or four

It's the simplest way to introduce some communication into any activity. SS can compare answers or help each other in an exercise.

• Individual

• Closed pairs

• Groups of three or four

This is good for project work for large classes where learners need to perform different roles.

• Teams

• Mingling

• Groups of three or four

The only way I can do a Jigsaw reading since I have 20 kids.

• Teams

• Closed pairs

• Groups of three or four

This interaction pattern enables everyone to practise the same language point together.

• Whole-class

• Individual

• Open pairs

This allows students to work at their own pace.

• Closed Pairs

• Individual

• Teams

This interaction does not provide opportunities to develop fluency.

• Group

• Closed Pairs

• Individual

This provides teachers with more class control.

• Whole Class

• Individual

• Closed Pairs