2. Using Authentic Materials
Why is it essential to incorporate
authentic materials into the curriculum
for every level of student?
Why is it essential to incorporate
authentic materials into the curriculum
for every level of student?

3. Types of Authentic Materials
Weather forecasts Music / music videos
Menus Tourism information
Subway maps Newspaper articles
Classified ads Television clips
Real estate ads Blogs
Bus schedules Literary works
Museum sites Company websites
Movie schedules Government agencies
Hotel sites Humanitarian agencies

4. Authentic Material-Based Tasks
Performance assessments
Real-world communicative task
Inquiry- or project-based learning
Students answer a question / solve a problem
Integrated performance assessments
Interpretive→Interpersonal→Presentational

5. The 21st Century Skills
With a partner, review three skills for
their definitions and the role of
authentic materials in skill
development.

6. The 21st Century Skills
1. Communication
2. Collaboration
3. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
4. Creativity and Innovation
5. Information Literacy
6. Media Literacy

7. The 21st Century Skills
7. Technology Literacy
8. Flexibility and Adaptability
9. Initiative and Self-Direction
10. Social and Cross-Cultural Skills
11. Productivity and Accountability
12. Leadership and Responsibility