15 Simple Ways to Increase Comprehensible Input

1. Read often, start with picture book
2. Slow down (speak more slowly, not loudly)
3. Use shorter sentences
4. Demonstrate
5. Post visual cues in the classroom
6. Use hands-on activities
7. Make frequent checks for comprehension
8. Use realia, photos, or actual objects
9. Display language and content objectives
10. Avoid idioms and slang
11. Use appropriate gestures
12. Scaffold with guided questions and practice
13. Cooperative learning
14. Activate prior knowledge
15. Remember, a smile goes a long way

* Comprehensible Input

Krashen, Stephen D. 1981. Principles and Practice in Second Language Acquisition. English Language Teaching series. London: Prentice-Hall International (UK) Ltd.