Content-based Instruction of reading and writing to 6th grades English language learner

Abstract

Introduction ☐ Purpose: To develop reading and wring skills for students in a private educational institute after-school program. ☐ Target learners: Small group of elementary 6th grade students (approximately 10 students); mixed gender ☐ Rationale: Scientific activities and non-fiction intensive Reading allow EFL learners to expand their use of the English language and build critical thinking skills ☐ Proficiency: Intermediate Low-Intermediate High (according to ACTFL) Method ✓ Contents-based instruction (CBI) ✓ Task-based Learning and Teaching (TBLT) Expected Outcomes Students will…. ➢ Improve the four language skills (Speaking, Reading, Writing, and Listening) in general ➢ Improve their reading and writing skills to summarize and organize their thought in written form through information report and explanation genre text types ➢ Build critical thinking skills. ➢ Develop general cultural knowledge using the English language