The text outlines a strategy for using both Hebrew and English in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) lessons. Hebrew is employed during discussions on complex topics like social justice, to facilitate engagement and understanding, especially when students feel confused or when instructions are lengthy and potentially overwhelming.
Phrases and words in English that always have to be used in English
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I will use English in my EFL lessons
When grades are higher so that kids will be aware of the expectations from them.
When the class is positively active and alert
When instructions are clear and the class is progressing well as a unit.
As much as possible
I will use Hebrew in my EFL lessons
When I teach lower grades and I happen to notice students with some LD.
When I want to discuss a deep topic like Social Justice, and I want to have a lively passionate conversation making sure everyone is on board, so that we can "dive" to doing all the project in English
When I feel that there is more that one student who feels confused and overwhelmed
When I give instructions that have the potential to be too long and time-consumin