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Stages of The Product Method

The document outlines the stages of the Product Method for writing or speaking, which includes eight key stages: Lead-in, Reading/Listening, Language Preparation, Content Preparation, Planning, Writing/Speaking, Proofreading, and Feedback. Each stage has specific purposes and activities designed to engage students, enhance their language skills, and improve the quality of their final product. The method emphasizes a structured approach that combines accuracy and creativity while providing opportunities for feedback on both language and content.

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Stages of The Product Method

The document outlines the stages of the Product Method for writing or speaking, which includes eight key stages: Lead-in, Reading/Listening, Language Preparation, Content Preparation, Planning, Writing/Speaking, Proofreading, and Feedback. Each stage has specific purposes and activities designed to engage students, enhance their language skills, and improve the quality of their final product. The method emphasizes a structured approach that combines accuracy and creativity while providing opportunities for feedback on both language and content.

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Stages of the Product Method (Writing or Speaking)

1. Lead-in

Purpose: To introduce the topic and activate students' prior knowledge or interest.

Activities:

Discussion questions.

Showing pictures or videos related to the topic.

Brainstorming ideas about the topic.

2. Reading/Listening (Model Text)

Purpose: To expose students to a model of the target text or speech.

Activities:

Reading a sample essay, story, or letter.

Listening to a recorded dialogue or speech.

Analyzing the structure, language, and content of the model.


3. Language Preparation

Purpose: To teach or review relevant language features needed for the task.

Activities:

Teaching key vocabulary and phrases.

Reviewing grammar structures (e.g., past tense for storytelling, modal verbs for advice).

Practicing cohesive devices like linking words (e.g., "firstly," "in contrast").

4. Content Preparation

Purpose: To help students generate ideas and organize them logically.

Activities:

Brainstorming ideas for the text or speech.

Group discussions to explore the topic.

Using graphic organizers (e.g., mind maps or outlines).


5. Planning

Purpose: To structure ideas and organize them in a logical flow before production.

Activities:

Creating a detailed outline of the text (e.g., introduction, body, conclusion).

Writing topic sentences and supporting points.

Structuring paragraphs or sections.

6. Writing/Speaking

Purpose: To produce the final piece (written or spoken).

Activities:

Writing the text individually or in pairs.

Delivering a speech or engaging in a dialogue.


7. Proofreading

Purpose: To check for and correct errors before final submission.

Activities:

Reviewing grammar, spelling, and punctuation (for writing).

Checking for coherence and clarity.

Self-checking or peer editing.

8. Feedback (Language and Content)

Purpose: To evaluate and provide constructive comments on the final product.

Activities:

Teacher feedback on accuracy, coherence, and creativity.

Peer feedback focusing on strengths and areas for improvement.

Discussing how to enhance both the language and the content.


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Key Features

The model text provides a clear example of the final product.

Language preparation focuses on how to write/speak, while content preparation focuses


on what to write/speak.

Students develop their skills step-by-step, combining accuracy and creativity.

Feedback targets both language accuracy (e.g., grammar, vocabulary) and content quality
(e.g., ideas, structure).

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