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The teacher's clarity when giving instructions during an...

The teacher's clarity when giving instructions during an activity (teacher talk) is crucial to the success of an English language class, especially in communicative approaches. Which is the best practice to ensure such clarity?


A

Completely avoiding the use of English when giving instructions, using Portuguese throughout the lesson, even for communicative activities.


B

Giving instructions in the target language (English) using the most complex and rapid language possible (jargon, complex phrasal verbs), without pauses or gestures, to expose students to "real English."


C

Writing the instructions on the board in English and expecting students to decipher them on their own using a dictionary, without any oral mediation from the teacher.


D

Using comprehensible input (Krashen), adapting language (simplifying sentences, using gestures, synonyms, and examples) to ensure students understand the instructions in the target language.