1Objectives & Key Language
Define outcomes; activate prior knowledge; curate key lexis/functions with examples.
Open Lesson2Overview & purpose of the AWL
Why the AWL exists; who should use it; benefits and limitations.
Open Lesson3Guided Practice
Model target language/skills with scaffolds; short controlled tasks with feedback.
Open Lesson4Structure: word families & sublists
570 word families; sublists 1–10; coverage across disciplines and typical frequencies.
Open Lesson5Independent Practice & Reflection
Freer application to authentic tasks; quick reflection and improvement actions.
Open Lesson6Tools & highlighters
Use online AWL highlighters/profilers to identify target words in texts.
Open Lesson7Assessment & Next Steps
Check achievement with a short performance/quiz; record gaps and plan next steps.
Open Lesson8Word forms, collocations & families
Learn base forms, derivations, and frequent collocations for accurate use.
Open Lesson9Learning plan & spaced practice
Set sublist goals; build spaced-repetition decks; practise retrieval and recycling.
Open Lesson10Testing & progress tracking
Self-tests, corpus checks, and logs to monitor growth.
Open Lesson11Using AWL in academic writing
Select precise items; avoid overuse; ensure appropriate register and citation.
Open Lesson12Subject variation & alternatives
When to use discipline lists (e.g., AVL) and adapting AWL to your field.
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