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Using Songs in the LCTL Classroom

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Students in a beginning to intermediate foreign language/ESL classroom complete a variety of activities involving music and lyrics that are designed to enhance their listening and vocabulary skills. They practice grammar and making inferences using specific song lyrics.

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esl, lyrics, practice, programs
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Grade
2nd - 8th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
3 days
Instructional Strategy
Skills Practice

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