Objectives (5 - 7 minutes)
- Understand and distinguish the concepts of language and communication, understanding language as a system of specific linguistic signs of a community of speakers and communication as a system of communication.
- Identify and explore the existence of different linguistic variations within the same language, recognizing their importance and legitimacy.
- Develop skills of analysis and reflection on the role of language in society and the influence of linguistic variations on communication.
Secondary objectives:
- Stimulate linguistic awareness, valuing all existing linguistic variations.
- Promote respect and appreciation of linguistic differences as a fundamental element for the construction of a plural and democratic society.
- Develop research, reading, and text interpretation skills, stimulating critical thinking and student autonomy.
Introduction (10 - 15 minutes)
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Review of previous concepts: The teacher should start the lesson by reviewing with the students the concepts of language and communication that were explored in previous classes. He can ask direct questions to the students to assess their understanding of these concepts and clarify any doubts that may arise. (3 - 5 minutes)
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Problem situations: The teacher can present the students with two problem situations that illustrate the importance of linguistic variations in everyday life. For example, he could show a text written in a linguistic variant that the students are not used to seeing and ask them to try to interpret it. Then, he could show a video of a person speaking in a different linguistic variant and ask the students to try to understand what is being said. (5 - 7 minutes)
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Contextualization: The teacher should explain to the students the importance of studying linguistic variations for the understanding of cultural and social diversity. He can cite examples of how linguistic prejudice can lead to discrimination and social exclusion and emphasize the importance of respecting linguistic diversity. (2 - 3 minutes)
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Introduction to the topic: The teacher can introduce the topic of the lesson by showing examples of linguistic variations present in music, poems, TV shows, movies, and social media to the students. He can share a curiosity about the origin of some linguistic variations and explain how they have developed over time. (5 - 7 minutes)
Development (20 - 25 minutes)
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Dramatization activity: The teacher should divide the class into groups of up to 5 people. Each group will receive a script of a short scene, which must be performed using a specific linguistic variation. The scripts can be of everyday situations, such as a conversation between friends, a family discussion, a job interview, etc. The students should research the linguistic variation assigned to them, rehearse the scene, and present it to the class. The teacher should guide the students to pay attention not only to the pronunciation of words but also to the structure of sentences, idiomatic expressions, and typical gestures of the community that uses that linguistic variation. (10 - 15 minutes)
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Decoding activity: The teacher should prepare a short text written in a linguistic variation that the students are not familiar with. Each group should receive a copy of the text, and the task will be to decode it, that is, translate it into the standard linguistic variant. The teacher should guide the students to use dictionaries, glossaries, and other research sources to help them in the decoding process. Once the text is translated, the groups should share their versions with the class and discuss the difficulties and strategies they used to decode the text. (7 - 10 minutes)
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Creation activity: Each group should create a short dialogue using the linguistic variation they studied. The dialogue should include at least 10 sentences and should be presented to the class. Students should be encouraged to be creative and to incorporate cultural elements related to the linguistic variation they are using. After the presentation of the dialogues, the teacher should lead a discussion about the differences and similarities between the linguistic variations presented and the standard linguistic variant. (3 - 5 minutes)
Return (7 - 10 minutes)
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Sharing solutions and conclusions: Each group should have up to 3 minutes to share their solutions or conclusions with the rest of the class. The teacher should ensure that all groups have the opportunity to speak and that all students are actively listening. During this time, the teacher should facilitate the discussion by asking questions to promote reflection and help connect practical activities with the theoretical concepts covered in the lesson. (3 - 5 minutes)
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Connection with theory: After all presentations, the teacher should make a brief synthesis, connecting the results of the practical activities with the theory discussed at the beginning of the lesson. He should highlight the main points learned and reinforce the importance of respecting linguistic variations and valuing cultural diversity. The teacher can also refer to everyday situations where these concepts are relevant, helping students understand the applicability of what they have learned. (2 - 3 minutes)
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Final reflection: The teacher should end the lesson by proposing that students reflect for one minute on the following questions:
- What was the most important concept learned today?
- What questions have not been answered yet?
This final reflection is an opportunity for students to consolidate what they have learned and identify any gaps in their understanding that can be addressed in future classes. The teacher should encourage students to share their answers if they feel comfortable and should be available to answer any questions that may arise. (1 - 2 minutes)
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Feedback: Finally, the teacher should ask students for feedback on the lesson, which can be done anonymously. This will help the teacher understand what worked well and what can be improved in future classes. (1 minute)
Conclusion (5 - 7 minutes)
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Summary of contents: The teacher should recap the main points covered during the lesson, emphasizing the concept of language as a system of specific linguistic signs of a community of speakers and communication as a communication system. Additionally, he should recall the different linguistic variations explored and the importance of respecting and valuing these differences. (2 - 3 minutes)
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Connecting theory to practice: The teacher should show how the practical activities carried out, such as dramatization and text decoding, helped solidify the theoretical concepts covered. He should highlight how these activities allowed students to experience the differences between linguistic variations and understand the importance of respecting these differences. (1 - 2 minutes)
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Extra materials: To deepen students' understanding of the subject, the teacher should suggest additional study materials, such as books, articles, and documentaries on linguistic variations. He can also recommend websites and apps that allow students to explore different linguistic variations and practice understanding and producing texts in these variants. (1 minute)
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Relevance of the subject: Finally, the teacher should connect the subject of the lesson to students' daily lives, explaining how understanding and respecting linguistic variations are essential for effective communication and for building a more inclusive and democratic society. He can cite examples of everyday situations where the ability to recognize and respect linguistic variations is useful, such as when watching movies and TV shows, using social media, traveling to different regions of the country or the world, etc. (1 - 2 minutes)