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Methodological resources and teaching materials for CLIL implementation
CLIL Methodological Recommendations
Planning CLIL Lessons
Effective CLIL lesson planning requires careful consideration of both content and language objectives. Follow these key principles:
- Identify clear content objectives (what students will learn about veterinary science)
- Define language objectives (what language skills students will develop)
- Plan activities that integrate both content and language learning
- Provide appropriate scaffolding to support student learning
- Include assessment strategies for both content and language
Scaffolding Techniques
Scaffolding is essential in CLIL to help students access both content and language. Effective techniques include:
- Visual aids and diagrams to support understanding
- Glossaries and vocabulary lists for key terms
- Sentence starters and language frames
- Graphic organizers to structure information
- Peer support and collaborative activities
- Gradual release of responsibility (I do, We do, You do)
Assessment in CLIL
CLIL assessment should evaluate both content knowledge and language proficiency. Consider:
- Formative assessment throughout the learning process
- Summative assessment at the end of units
- Separate evaluation of content and language when appropriate
- Use of rubrics that address both dimensions
- Peer and self-assessment opportunities
Sample Lesson Plan Template
Download a comprehensive lesson plan template designed specifically for CLIL veterinary English lessons.
Template Includes:
- Content and language objectives
- Materials and resources needed
- Warm-up activities
- Main activities with scaffolding
- Assessment strategies
- Extension activities
Scaffolding Techniques: Visual Guide
1. Visual Scaffolding
Use images, diagrams, and charts to support understanding of veterinary concepts.
2. Linguistic Scaffolding
Provide vocabulary lists, sentence frames, and language models to support communication.
3. Procedural Scaffolding
Break complex tasks into smaller, manageable steps with clear instructions.
4. Social Scaffolding
Encourage peer collaboration and group work to support learning.
Bloom's Taxonomy in CLIL Context
6. CREATE
Design treatment plans, write case reports
5. EVALUATE
Assess treatment options, critique research
4. ANALYZE
Compare symptoms, examine case studies
3. APPLY
Use terminology, perform procedures
2. UNDERSTAND
Explain concepts, describe processes
1. REMEMBER
Recall terms, identify structures
Bilingual Assessment Methods
Formative Assessment Strategies
- Exit tickets with content and language questions
- Quick vocabulary checks during lessons
- Observation checklists for participation
- Peer feedback on presentations
- Mini-quizzes on key concepts
Summative Assessment Methods
- Written exams with separate content and language sections
- Oral presentations on veterinary topics
- Case study analysis and reports
- Portfolio assessments
- Practical demonstrations with explanations
Self-Assessment Tools
- Learning journals with reflection prompts
- Can-do statements checklists
- Progress tracking charts
- Self-evaluation rubrics
- Goal-setting worksheets