Using the KS2 Framework
- Language learning strategies
The Key Stage 2 Framework for Languages sets out the rationale
for language learning in primary schools and defines the skills,
knowledge and understanding that children should develop as they
begin their language learning apprenticeship.
The Framework is based on sound principles of primary pedagogy.
It sets out learning objectives across five strands, Oracy,
Literacy, Intercultural Understanding, Knowledge about Language and
Language Learning Strategies. It is inclusive and for all children.
It recognises that language is central to the development of
individual identity and that education in language and culture
plays a vital part in shaping the future of our world
community.
Language detectives
The class has been working on a cross curricular
project about World War 2. Here they are shown an authentic
text which they have not seen before, in French. The text and
photographs are shown on an interactive whiteboard. Working in
pairs they look for clues, and become ‘language detectives’.
They use a range of strategies and their previous knowledge to
discuss and decipher the words, discovering their meaning.