Publication Date
2007
Abstract
This paper proposes three frameworks that will assist students in their understanding and use of English tenses. It argues that the English tense system really is a system (and not just a collection of rules) but that this system is only apparent if tenses are taught at the textual level instead of at the sentential level. To this effect, it argues against the traditional approach of teaching tenses individually in that it is restrictive and counter-productive to students expressing themselves independently. Finally, this paper gives practical hands-on guidance as to how the frameworks can be used in class, along with suggestions for practice and supporting exercises.
Disciplines
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education | Curriculum and Instruction
Recommended Citation
Haccius, Marc, "The Use of Frameworks in Teaching Tense" (2007). MA TESOL Collection. 7.
https://digitalcollections.sit.edu/ipp_collection/7
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