Teaching Knowledge database I-M

Marker or model sentences are sentences that are clear examples of the target language of the lesson.

A maze is a task where learners have to make decisions about what to do at certain points, in order to continue towards a final goal.

Mechanical activities are activities learners do which are not meaningful but which may be necessary in order to have the tools to use language.

The medium of instruction is the language used by the teacher to teach.

Metacognitive awareness means being aware of how you think. In the ELT classroom, it means being aware of how you learn.

Metaphors are words and phrases that are not used in their literal meaning, but are used to describe something else.

Methodology is a system of practices and procedures that a teacher uses to teach.

A mind map is a visual record of new vocabulary, or other content.

A mingle is a short activity where learners walk around the classroom and talk to each other.