Syllabus Design

A functional-notional approach

What is a Functional-Notional syllabus?

Syllabus which focuses on the functions being the primary organizing feature. The course content highlights functions as the main feature and not grammatical structures. It is based on two important aspects notions and functions

Defining notions and functions

Notion: Notions mean aspects such as space, time, movement, cause and effect. Function: While functions mean the intentional or purposive use of language.

Functional-notional syllabus in EFL context

A notional functional approach to syllabus is good for an EFL context because it aims to develop communicative competence in the learner. Not only does he know the language, he also knows how to use it when the time requires.

Students needs
To undertake the course as a compulsory requirement. To be able to understand the course material. To be able to develop language competence through this course.

To be able to use language in real life situations for their own benefits and interests.

Goals
Goals of this syllabus is To consider discourse into context. To develop the socio-linguistic competence of the learners. To develop conversational fluency among the learners. To improve overall English language communication of the students.

Objectives
objectives of the course are to Develop the communicative aspect along with the grammar and situational factors. Sustain the motivation of learners as communicative competence is targeted. Provide the learners with a variety of language functions.

About learners and the course

Level: Class 7th Class Time: 45 mins Age: 11-12 years Course name: English Course type: compulsory Setting: EFL context

Rationale for Syllabus type

This syllabus type is selected because It will enable the learners to not only pass the exam but also be able to use language in real life depending to communicate their own interests and terms. To highlight the importance of speaking and listening apart from reading and writing (which are generally more focused in our language learning and teaching scenario) It will minimize students reliance on rote learning. It also provides more chances of studentstudent interaction.

Syllabus shape
Syllabus shape selected is STORYLINE. Rationale for selection: Progression becomes easy to show in functional-notional syllabus. Advantageous for functional-notional type. Thematic continuity.

SYLLABUS DESIGN
SYLLABUS FOR 1 WEEK

Function Asking directions and respondin g to instructio ns,

Expone Situati nts on Where should----( I turn?) On the road

Notio n Directi on, locatio n

Lexic al Traffi c signal, zebra crossi ng, traffic consta ble, pedest rians, detour , rules, autom obiles, navig ation, crossr

Gramm ar

Topic

You should---(turn right from the crossro ad)

simple Going for present shopping tense (imperati ve) + should

Function Asking for informati on (price, material)

Expone Situati nts on How At the much is market it? It is -----

Notio n Quanti ty (How much) quality (size and shape)

Lexic al price clothe s, adject ives of size, colour , shape etc.

Gramm ar Simple present. (1st form of verb)

Topic Shopping

Functio Expo n nents Asking for informa tion, suggesti ons suggesti ng What/ where shoul d--You shoul d----

Situat Noti ion on At the travel agenc y (plann ing a trip) Time (spec ific time) , oblig ation (mod al)

Lexi cal Trai n, plan e, bus (mea ns of trave l) Tick et, Rese rvati on, acco mod ation , hotel , cam

Gram mar

Topic

Simple Going on present holiday tense (1st form of verb) + modals

Interro gative, affirma tive

CONTENTS

Going for shopping - Finding the way -Reaching the market

pg.6-10

Shopping - In the market - Buying clothes

pg. 11-13

Going on a holiday - Booking a trip -What should I take

pg. 14-16

Evaluation
At the end of the week they will have to - Write a dialogue between two friends in which one of them is planning a holiday and the other is advising on what to do. - In the next week they will be tested upon what they have learnt previously through a class test.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: Communicatively useful expressions. Suitable for beginners. Focus on communication. Disadvantages: Not much analytical. Fluency at the expense of accuracy.

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