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EAP (English for Academic Purposes)

Courses designed to prepare students for academic study in English-speaking environments.

Early reader

Can read some sound combinations independently. Has the ability to write, although spelling is often phonetic

elicit

To give students prompts to encourage them to produce the target language, or answer questions about grammar rules. This keeps students more involved and active than just telling them everything.

elicitation

See elicit.

eliciting

See elicit.

elide

When a sound disappears in connected speech, it is elided. For example, in 'mustn't,' the first t is always elided, and the second one usually is unless it is followed by a vowel.

elision

The omission of a sound or syllable in speech, often leading to smoother pronunciation.

Elision/ to elide – When a sound disappears in connected speech, it is elided. For example, in 'mustn't,' the first t is always elided, and the second one usually is unless it is followed by a vowel.

ELT – English Language Teaching

The teaching of English to speakers of other languages.

Emergent reader

Emergent readers are defined as students who cannot yet read independently, but show an interest in reading, writing, and a basic grasp of the alphabet.

Engage

The initial stage of a lesson where students are motivated and interested in the topic.

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