Questões de Concurso sobre Língua Inglesa e Educação

The English language, which is mandatory to be studied in High School (LDB, Art. 35-A, 8 4), continues to be understood as a language of global character - due to the multiplicity and variety of uses, users and functions in contemporaneity -, assuming its lingua franca role, as defined in the BNCC of Elementary Education - Final Years. (BNCC, 2017, p.485)

It is NOT correct to say that teaching English as a lingua franca involves:

Match the following tourism-related terms with their correct definitions:

1 - Reservation

2 - Itinerary

3 - Guide

4 - Check-in

5 - Voucher

a) A document that confirms payment for a service.

b) A plan of the activities scheduled for a trip.

c) The process of registering upon arrival at a hotel or airport.

d) A person who provides information and assistance to tourists.

e) The act of booking a place or service in advance.

When it comes to Language Acquisition, Connectionism denies both innate rules and the existence of any innate language-learning module, for L2 input would be of greater importance than it is in processing models based on innate approaches. In Connectionism, input is the source of both the units and the rules of language. An important contribution of Connectionism to Second Language Acquisition studies is usually associated with the premise that adults are not better second language learners when compared to children. That would because, despite having superior skills than children, adults would not be considered as better second language learners. Based on such premise, check the answer whose information contains the adequate explanation for it in accordance with the Connectionist Theory.

No método áudio-lingual (audiolingual method), os alunos praticam a linguagem por meio de exercícios de repetição e padrões, visando automatizar a compreensão e a reprodução da língua.

No aprendizado baseado em projetos (project-based learning), os alunos trabalham individualmente em projetos de longa duração, com o objetivo de desenvolver habilidades de pesquisa e apresentação.

It is believed students should develop their communicative competence since the main aim of learning a foreign language is to communicate in an effective way. In order to do so, teachers play a pivotal role when planning and delivering their lessons which are expected to develop students’ competences in the language.

What are the four main elements of the communicative competence framework presented by Canale and Swain (1980) which is the foundation of many studies on English language teaching like Almeida Filho (2005)?

In The Postmethod Condition: (E)merging Strategies for Second/Foreign Language Teaching, Kumaravadivelu (1994) states that a widespread dissatisfaction with the conventional concept of method has produced what the author calls the “postmethod condition”, a reformulation that can potentially reshape the character and content of L2 (second language) teaching, teacher education, and classroom research. In this context, fostering language awareness consists in one out of ten macro strategies proposed by the author in a strategic framework for L2 teaching in the postmethod era. Regarding the concept of language awareness proposed by the author, it is correct to say that:

De acordo com BNCC (Base Nacional Curricular Comum), devemos estruturar o estudo do inglês em como ele é usado para se comunicar em diferentes lugares do mundo o que possibilita, por exemplo, questionar a visão de que o único inglês “correto” – e a ser ensinado – é aquele falado por estadunidenses ou britânicos.

Which language teaching method presents the deciphering, concert session and elaboration phases?

In the Base Curricular da Rede Municipal de Ensino de Palhoça document, table 16 EJA 6th grade of elementary school, which Reading strategy topic is developed?

Read the text, and analyse the assertives that are introduced.

The field of English language instruction for non-native speakers, commonly referred to as Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), has experienced significant changes in recent times, due to the emergence of technology and the use of novel pedagogical methods. Conventional approaches, characterised by a focus on memorization and repeated grammar drills, are being replaced by dynamic and interactive methodologies that accommodate a wide range of learning preferences.

The integration of technology has emerged as a prominent transformation in the field of ESL instruction. Digital platforms, such language learning applications and online courses, provide customised learning experiences that may adjust to the unique pace and skill level of each individual learner. The utilisation of gamification is employed to transform the process of language acquisition into an enjoyable and captivating endeavour. In addition, the utilisation of online forums and virtual classrooms enables individuals to engage in real-time communication with native speakers, therefore providing them with valuable opportunities for meaningful language practise.

Content-Based Instruction (CBI) is an increasingly prominent pedagogical technique that has garnered significant attention and recognition. This approach facilitates the integration of English language acquisition with content-based instruction, so students acquire English proficiency by actively interacting with academic topics such as science, history, or literature. The implementation of contextual learning not only enhances the relevance and engagement of the language learning process, but also facilitates the organic acquisition of intricate vocabulary and concepts by students.

Task-Based Learning (TBL) places emphasis on the utilisation of language as a means to achieve certain objectives. Within Task-Based Language (TBL) classes, the conventional approach of introducing a language element followed by practise and production is substituted with the use of activities that require students to employ English in a genuine manner. This may encompass the resolution of problems, the execution of tasks, or the enactment of role-playing scenarios. These activities possess a high level of motivation and accurately reflect the usage of language in real-world contexts.

Flipped Classrooms is a pedagogical approach that combines online and in-person learning, wherein students are assigned to review instructional materials, often in the form of video courses, outside of the classroom, and subsequently participate in interactive activities during class time to consolidate their understanding. This technique facilitates increased engagement during classroom sessions and affords educators the chance to deliver focused assistance in areas requiring the greatest attention.

Cultural Immersion programmes, which involve placing students in English-speaking situations, have been demonstrated to significantly enhance language competence. This approach facilitates learners' exposure to the language within authentic contexts, fostering the acquisition of colloquial idioms and idiomatic use, which are frequently omitted in conventional instructional materials.

In summary, the contemporary approaches to ESL instruction are distinguished by a transition towards enhanced authenticity, interactivity, and individualization in the learning process. Through the use of technology and the implementation of novel pedagogical approaches, educators have enhanced capabilities to adequately equip students for practical English communication in real-life scenarios, making the learning experience more efficacious and pleasant, and at the same time recognising the cultural context meaning in the process of language acquisition.

(Available in: https://www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae/knowledge-update/from-different-corners/. Adapted.)

I. Students’ learning precedences have substantiated and pinpointed the emergence of novel pedagogic methods.

II. Flipped Classrooms foster student independence and also promote undertaking responsibility for their learning process.

III. Cultural Immersion programmes proffer great scope for native-like acquisition.

There is accuracy in what is stated in

Um professor de inglês que selecione como público alvo alunos jovens de escolas privadas e adote a teoria de aquisição de linguagem proposta por Noam Chomsky, usará a teoria:

Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) or Communicative Approach (CA) is a language teaching method that focuses on helping students communicate in real-world situations. The goal of CLT is to develop communicative competence, rather than linguistic competence, through learner interaction. That being so, check the answer whose characteristic is not associated with the Communicative Language Teaching.

The learning of Instrumental English will not become useful even with dedication, due to its situational uses, being applied mostly for specific professional areas and not seen as a way of learning english as a whole language.

Qual dos seguintes métodos de ensino de língua inglesa enfatiza a aprendizagem por meio de exposição direta ao idioma-alvo, sem tradução?

When teaching a new language the main objective should be to promote the development of communicative competence. This implies that the student, as a language user, gradually improves their ability to select and combine different linguistic resources to express their intention effectively, either by producing texts with the desired effect or by adapting their speech to different communication situations.

Study these sentences below and decide if they are true ( T ) or false ( F ), according to the Base Curricular da Rede Municipal de Ensino de Palhoça document.

( ) No Componente Curricular Eixo/Nível III e IV o tempo de ensino é composto de 8 anos cada.

( ) A carga horária deverá ser de 800 dias / 3.200 horas/aulas, que corresponde a dez fases/ semestres de efetivo trabalho escolar, para o cômputo do total do Ensino Fundamental.

( ) Cada Eixo/Nível do Componente Curricular corresponde a dois semestres/fases do ano, totalizando quatro Eixos/ Níveis, o que equivale a oito semestres/fases, para conclusão do Ensino Fundamental de EJA.

( ) A carga horária na EJA para o período diurno é o mesmo para a EJA do período noturno, de quatro horas diárias de sala.

Choose the alternative which presents the correct sequence, from top to bottom.

Didatics is essential to the pedagogical practices, and the teacher must be organized and flexible when approaching a subject in class. This concept can only be abandoned when there is no interest at all from the students, only then should the teacher use expositive lessons to get through the subject.

According to the Guidelines and Bases Law of Education – Federal Law nº 9.394/1996 and its amendments, it is only the teachers responsibility to zeal for the students attendency to classes.

Conhecer diferentes patrimônios culturais, materiais e imateriais, difundidos na língua inglesa, para bem usufruir do contato com diferentes manifestações artístico-culturais, é uma das competências específicas de língua inglesa para o ensino fundamental – anos finais.