AUTHENTIC vs. NON-AUTHENTIC MATERIALS
Phil Milton

Task 1:
Write a definition for "authentic materials"

Write a definition for " non- authentic materials"

What are "semi - authentic materials"

Task 2:
What authentic materials can we use in teaching?

Written: _____________________________________________________

Spoken: _____________________________________________________

Compare your list with others.
Now tick those materials in the lists that you use, or have used in your teaching.
Discuss:
Do you think you use enough authentic materials in class?
Do you feel you should use more/less ? Why?

Task 3:
Now consider the advantages and disadvantages of using authentic materials and list them below.

Advantages: _______________________________________________________

Disadvantages: _____________________________________________________

Task 4:
In a group, list the criteria you use when selecting an authentic reading text for a particular class.

Task 5:
Choose one piece of authentic materials and outline a possible plan for exploiting this material with a class of students.
Consider the following:
level
aim
tasks
follow-up skills work