Fetch-Execute cycle: Lesson Tasks (Teacher downloads only)
WorkbookStudents read the theory notes on the mini website and then answer the questions on the task sheet. (subscription only)  | 
      
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Reduce itStudents are given a section of theory. They pick out the 20 most important words. They are then asked to reduce these to the 8 they consider to be the most important. A great task for really getting them to concentrate and think about the text in front of them. (subscription only)  | 
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Correct the teacherStudents are given a piece of text written by a ‘teacher’. The text contains a number of mistakes. They are asked to read the text and correct any mistakes they find. (subscription only)  | 
      
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Construct an answerStudents are given an exam style question to answer. They are also given a set of key words to incorporate into their answer. (subscription only)  | 
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Key termsStudents are asked to provide a definition and example for key terms related to this topic (subscription only)  | 
      
         
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Matching pairsStudents work in pairs to turn over two cards and matchup a keyword with a definition or example. Full instructions are given in the task sheet. Requires preparation prior to the lesson (subscription only)  | 
      
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Matching statementsOn the left-hand side is a set of terms. On the right-hand side is a set of statements or definitions. Students are asked to draw a line to matchup the correct term and statement. (subscription only)  | 
      
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Once upon a timeStudents are given a set of words related to this topic and asked to make up a story incorporating as many of the terms as possible. (subscription only)  | 
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Tick the answersStudents are given a number of different statements relating to this topic. They have to decide whether the statement is true or false and place a tick in the correct box. (subscription only)  | 
      
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100 wordsStudents have exactly 100 words to summarise the key points about this topic (subscription only)  | 
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Create your own crosswordStudents are given step by step instructions about creating their own crossword which they can then give to fellow students to solve (subscription only)  | 
      
