Audit, broadcast, fade, documentary, feature, scene, anchor, illustration, animation theater. Vocabulary Development Building New Words English Grammar Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8
- Class: Primary 6
- Subject: English Grammar
- Topic: Vocabulary Development – Building New Words
- Sub-topic: Words in the Media
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Term: First Term
- Week: Week 8
- Previous Knowledge: Students are familiar with basic vocabulary and reading skills.
Set Induction: Begin the lesson by showing a short video clip from a documentary film and asking students about the words they heard and didn’t understand.
Behavioural Objectives:
- To introduce new vocabulary related to the media.
- To teach students how to decode the meanings of unfamiliar words.
- To expand students’ vocabulary for better comprehension.
Embedded Core Skills: Vocabulary development, word recognition, listening comprehension.
Learning Materials:
- A video clip from a documentary.
- A whiteboard and markers.
- Illustrated flashcards of the new words.
Teaching Methods:
- Visual aids (video and flashcards).
- Interactive discussions.
Content:
- Introduction of the topic and its relevance to the media.
- Explanation of key words: audit, broadcast, fade, documentary, feature, scene, anchor, illustration, animation, theater.
- Demonstrating the use of each word in context.
- Encouraging students to ask questions and seek clarification.
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- Audit: An examination and verification of financial records, accounts, or business transactions.
- Broadcast: The transmission of audio or video content to a wide audience, typically through radio or television.
- Fade: To gradually decrease in intensity, such as the fading of a sound or an image.
- Documentary: A non-fiction film or television program that presents facts and information about a particular subject.
- Feature: A prominent or special part within a program or publication, often focusing on a specific topic.
- Scene: A specific part of a play, movie, or narrative that takes place in a single location or at a particular time.
- Anchor: A person who presents or hosts a news program, show, or event, often guiding and providing information to the audience.
- Illustration: A visual representation, often in the form of a drawing or image, used to enhance or clarify a text.
- Animation: The creation of moving images, often in a digital format, to simulate motion and bring inanimate objects or characters to life.
- Theater: A place for performances, typically live plays, concerts, or other entertainment events.
- Audit
- Meaning: An examination and verification of financial records, accounts, or business transactions.
- Word Class: Noun
- Pronunciation: /ˈɔːdɪt/
- Use in a Sentence: The company conducted an audit to ensure that its financial statements were accurate.
- Broadcast
- Meaning: The transmission of audio or video content to a wide audience, typically through radio or television.
- Word Class: Noun/Verb
- Pronunciation: /ˈbrɔːdkæst/
- Use in a Sentence: The radio station will broadcast the live concert tonight.
- Fade
- Meaning: To gradually decrease in intensity, such as the fading of a sound or an image.
- Word Class: Verb/Noun
- Pronunciation: /feɪd/
- Use in a Sentence: The colors of the painting started to fade over time.
- Documentary
- Meaning: A non-fiction film or television program that presents facts and information about a particular subject.
- Word Class: Noun/Adjective
- Pronunciation: /ˌdɒk.jʊˈmen.tər.i/
- Use in a Sentence: The documentary about wildlife conservation was informative.
- Feature
- Meaning: A prominent or special part within a program or publication, often focusing on a specific topic.
- Word Class: Noun/Verb
- Pronunciation: /ˈfiː.tʃər/
- Use in a Sentence: The magazine’s feature article discussed healthy eating habits.
- Scene
- Meaning: A specific part of a play, movie, or narrative that takes place in a single location or at a particular time.
- Word Class: Noun
- Pronunciation: /siːn/
- Use in a Sentence: The final scene of the play was a touching moment between the two main characters.
- Anchor
- Meaning: A person who presents or hosts a news program, show, or event, often guiding and providing information to the audience.
- Word Class: Noun/Verb
- Pronunciation: /ˈæŋ.kər/
- Use in a Sentence: The news anchor reported on the latest developments in the region.
- Illustration
- Meaning: A visual representation, often in the form of a drawing or image, used to enhance or clarify a text.
- Word Class: Noun
- Pronunciation: /ˌɪl.əˈstreɪ.ʃən/
- Use in a Sentence: The children’s book had colorful illustrations on every page.
- Animation
- Meaning: The creation of moving images, often in a digital format, to simulate motion and bring inanimate objects or characters to life.
- Word Class: Noun
- Pronunciation: /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/
- Use in a Sentence: The animated movie was a hit with both kids and adults.
- Theater
- Meaning: A place for performances, typically live plays, concerts, or other entertainment events.
- Word Class: Noun
- Pronunciation: /ˈθiː.ə.tər/
- Use in a Sentence: We went to the theater to watch a new play by a local playwright
Presentation: Step 1: Start the lesson with the video clip from a documentary. Pause after unfamiliar words and ask students if they know their meanings. Discuss as a class.
Step 2: Explain the meanings of the new words using simple language. Use flashcards with illustrations to aid understanding.
Step 3: Provide examples of sentences where these words are used. Encourage students to create sentences with the new words.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Facilitate the discussion.
- Explain the meanings of words.
- Use visual aids effectively.
Learners’ Activities:
- Watch the video clip attentively.
- Engage in the class discussion.
- Participate in creating sentences with new words.
Evaluation:
- Ask students to identify and explain the meaning of two words used in the video.
- Have students create sentences using at least five of the new words.
- What is the ____________ of the word “audit”? a) Definition b) Meaning c) Explanation d) Description
- In the sentence, “The radio will ____________ the news at 7 PM,” what does “broadcast” mean? a) Show b) Air c) Speak d) Watch
- What word class does the word “fade” belong to? a) Noun b) Verb c) Adjective d) Adverb
- How is “documentary” pronounced? a) duh-KYOO-muhn-tuh-ree b) dok-yuh-MEN-tuh-ree c) duh-MEN-tuh-ree d) dawk-yuh-MEN-ter-ee
- Give an example of a ____________ film. a) Fictional b) Animated c) Realistic d) Simple
- Which word means a particular part of a movie or play? a) Feature b) Scene c) Theater d) Illustration
- “The news ____________ delivered by the anchor” – What word should be inserted to complete the sentence? a) are b) is c) were d) be
- What does “illustration” mean? a) A drawing or picture b) A long story c) A funny joke d) A fast car
- In the sentence, “The ____________ was full of colorful drawings,” what word should replace the blank? a) anchor b) theater c) illustration d) broadcast
- “The ____________ of the animation was impressive.” – What word is missing? a) music b) scene c) documentary d) feature
- What is the ____________ of the word “theater”? a) Explanation b) Sound c) Stage d) Presentation
- “The radio show will ____________ at 6 AM.” – What word should be inserted? a) broadcast b) illustrate c) document d) fade
- What is the word class of “animation”? a) Noun b) Verb c) Adjective d) Pronoun
- Which word means a live performance in front of an audience? a) Broadcast b) Animation c) Theater d) Feature
- Create a sentence using the word “scene” to describe part of a movie or play.
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By the end of the lesson, students should have a better understanding of the media-related vocabulary and the ability to use these words effectively in their communication