INPUT MODIFICATIONS

Input modifications refer to the various ways that language input can be adjusted or adapted to make it more comprehensible to language learners. These modifications can be made to the form or structure of the language input or to the meaning conveyed by the input, or to both.
Form-based input modifications involve adjusting the form or structure of the language input to make it more comprehensible to learners. For example, a teacher might slow down their speech or emphasize key words to help learners understand the meaning of a sentence. They might also simplify the syntax or grammar of a sentence, or use more basic vocabulary words.
Meaning-based input modifications, on the other hand, involve adjusting the meaning conveyed by the language input to make it more comprehensible to learners. This might involve using visual aids or gestures to help learners understand the meaning of a word or phrase, or paraphrasing a difficult sentence in simpler terms.Form- and meaning-based input modifications involve a combination of both approaches. For example, a teacher might simplify the grammar and vocabulary of a sentence, while also using visual aids or gestures to help learners understand the meaning of the sentence.
The goal of input modifications is to provide learners with language input that is challenging yet comprehensible. By adjusting the form or meaning of the input, language teachers can help learners build their comprehension skills and move towards more complex language forms.