Shakespeare's language can be difficult for learners. Carry out some research about Shakespeare's English e.g. there are many commonly used expressions in English that are first seen written down in one of Shakespeare's plays. Write each fact down on an individual card. Ask students to study an individual card on their own or in pairs. They should now research, using the Internet and library to find out more about the fact that they have been given.
Once the research has been carried out create a PNI table. One column contains the fact, students have to provide a positive assessment of the fact, a negative one and a view on the implication for their understanding of the language. You should model an example before they start and ensure that you have allowed time to support learners to develop their PNI. Allocation of fact cards also allows for differentiation.
Once students have fed back then the issue of Shakespeare's language can be opened up for wider discussion.
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