Content Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)

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UNIT 2: CLIL PRINCIPLES

Why?

It's dynamic

A flexible concept

Foreign language and non-language subjects are integrated in some kind of mutually beneficial way

Provides added value to results

For a widest possible range of learners

It's a tool for the promotion of foreign languages

Subtema

It's a tool for the promotion of minority languages

Allows a communicative approach

What's It?

Refers to situacions where subjects, that are taught through a foreign language with dual-focussed aims, namely the learning of content, and the simultaneous learning of a foreign language

COGNITION

Developing thinking skills

Complementing individual learning styles

Diversifying methods and forms of classroom practice

Increasing learner motivation

CULTURE

Acquiring intercultural knowledge, understanding and skills

Subtema

Learning about neighbouring countries, regions or groups

CONTENT

Integrating the Curriculum

Providing different perspectives

Preparing for future studies or working life

COMMUNICATION

Using language in real-life situations to learn

Improving the 4 skills

Developing plurilingual interests and attitudes

4C's