Techniques of teaching a2 level vocabulary through writing skills

The qualification paper focuses on activating A2 level vocabulary through writing skills in secondary school. It analyzes existing methods for activating lexis and suggests more effective ones. The research involved pre- and post-tests on students at the Pre-Intermediate level, using materials from the "Fly High" book. Four lessons were conducted employing techniques like 'Continue the story', 'Word Up', and 'Cynquain'. The study concludes that certain methods and techniques can assist A2 level learners in acquiring active vocabulary through writing, potentially easing the work of teachers.

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• Activating Vocabulary through Writing: The paper explores methods to activate passive vocabulary by utilizing various writing exercises, highlighting the integration of skills. It covers the importance of prior knowledge and techniques like 'Continue the story' which stimulates critical thinking and imagination, alongside traditional essay writing.
• A2 Level Vocabulary and CEFR Requirements: This section defines the A2 level according to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference), outlining the writing skills expected at this level, such as writing brief notes and simple personal letters. It discusses the vocabulary topics relevant for A2 learners.
• Techniques for Teaching Vocabulary: Various techniques are reviewed including: 'Find that Word', 'Semantic Mapping', 'Word Walls', 'Concept Cube', 'Word Up', 'Giving instructions' and 'Word Expert Card'. Each strategy is explained with its procedure and potential benefits for vocabulary activation and skill development.
• Cinquain and Story writing: Story writing and using Cynquain poems is an effective technique used to stimulate the learners to think and make use of their knowledge of the words and vocabulary that they know.
• Research methodology and results: Methodology of the research, and the techniques used with pupils to get better vocabulary knowledge by the end of the research. As well as results that were produced at the end of the research.