After a test

After a progress test, I often have a better idea of where students might want to focus their attention:


Here are four examples:


Comprehension / production (good all-rounder - grammar, reading and listening)

This student will develop by integrating their skills - they should try to write about the topics they investigate in class

Comprehension / vocab (good grammar, OK listening / weaker reading)

This student is probably needing to focus on vocab and perhaps reading practice. This will help them with their listening too.

Comprehension / hearing perception  (good grammar / OK reading / weaker listening)

This person probably still struggles with the sound of fluently spoken English. They probably speak a firt language that sounds very very unlike English ( different basic sounds, different rhythm and intonation). They need lots of individual practice, listening for the key points made in a conversation. They should not be embarrassed about listening multiple times so they really get a chance to discern the exact words of speakers. They should check the transcripts if possible.

Accuracy / grammar (good reading and listening / OK or weaker grammar)

Often these students are french speakers! They are excellent at vocabulary and understanding the meaning behind even unfamiliar passages of language. BUT, they often need to pay attention to the form of the language, the nitty-gritty of English grammar in order to performer better as speakers.

Go here for practice:

NEF Student Site