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Activating prior knowledgeActivating prior knowledge means encouraging learners to produce language or ideas about a subject before it is taught, using knowledge learned previously. Examples: Tell me six words connected with electricity. Think of three sources of electricity.
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Activating prior knowledgeA teacher can help learners understand and remember a new idea by first activating their prior knowledge related to this idea. Teachers aid learners’ awareness of their background knowledge by asking questions about their previous experience, reviewing related topics, and providing practice using contextual clues.
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Activating prior knowledgeHelping learners connect to concepts about to be taught by using activities that relate to or determine the level of their existing knowledge.
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