Different kinds of knowledge
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Claire talks about different types of knowledge.
As you watch, think about the different types of knowledge that your learners have.
| Types of knowledge | |
| Linguistic knowledge | Knowledge of English and of other languages |
| World knowledge | ‘General’ knowledge or specialist knowledge |
| Sociocultural knowledge | Knowledge about communities and social practices, how language is used by different groups of people, in different situations, for different functions |
- What types of knowledge do your learners have?
Share your ideas in the comments below.
