Contextualization

The technical scientific vocabulary is a very important area of English that manifests mainly through the nomenclature, terminology, and jargon used in specific technical and scientific fields. However, despite its importance, many students perceive difficulties when dealing with this particular aspect of the English language.

Understanding and properly using technical scientific vocabulary in English not only improves the student's understanding of scientific texts but also facilitates communication among professionals from different fields, as science is a universal discipline. Furthermore, it has profound implications for the future, as many of you may find yourselves in a position where you need to use scientific English for your career or education.

Introduction

The technical scientific vocabulary is a set of specialized terms and words used in specific scientific fields. These terms have precise meanings that are universally accepted by scientists and researchers, making scientific communication easier and more efficient.

The importance of this vocabulary extends beyond laboratories and classrooms. Often, English is the lingua franca in science, which means it is the language used for international scientific communication. Therefore, not only is it useful to learn this vocabulary for scientific studies, but it can also be a valuable resource for those intending to pursue scientific or technical careers.

Lastly, it is important to emphasize that understanding these terms can help decipher and interpret scientific texts, patents, and research articles. With science increasingly influencing our daily lives, having a solid understanding of technical scientific vocabulary can help understand current debates and scientific news.

Practical Activity

Title: "Explorers of Scientific Vocabulary in English"

Project Objective:

Learn and apply terms of technical scientific vocabulary in English when preparing a short scientific article that explains a phenomenon or concept of interest to the students.

Detailed Project Description:

Each group of students (3 to 5 people) will be tasked with choosing a topic of their interest and conducting research to prepare a short scientific article (2-3 pages) in English, discussing the selected topic and using appropriate technical scientific vocabulary.

Required Materials:

• Scientific English dictionary (online or printed)
• Internet access for research
• Computer for writing the article
• Text editor program (Microsoft Word or Google Docs)

Detailed Step-by-Step for Activity Execution:

1. Subject Selection: First, students must choose a topic of interest related to science. This topic can be a scientific phenomenon, a current research problem, or basic scientific concepts.

2. Planning: Next, students should discuss and plan the article. They should outline the main points they want to cover, the sections of the article, and the division of work among group members.

3. Research: After having a plan, students will conduct in-depth research on the subject, focusing on the aspects they wish to address in their article. During this process, they should pay special attention to the technical scientific vocabulary related to the topic.

4. Writing: Based on their research, students will create the article. They should try to use the technical scientific vocabulary they have learned accurately and appropriately.

5. Revision: After writing, students should revise the article to correct errors, improve the fluency of the text, and verify the proper use of technical scientific vocabulary.

6. Presentation: Finally, students will prepare a 10-minute presentation on the article, in which they will explain the main points of their work, the research conducted, and the scientific vocabulary they used.

Project Deliverables:

Students must submit the scientific article they have prepared, as well as a project report containing: Introduction, Development, Conclusions, and Bibliography. In addition, they must make a presentation of the article to the class.

The report should detail the project execution process, from the initial discussions and planning to the research and writing of the article. This will allow students to show not only the final product but also teamwork, effort, and learning. The report should be structured as follows:

1. Introduction: The project objective, topic choice, and its relevance.
2. Development: The theory behind the chosen topic, explanation of the article, the research methodology used, and discussion of the results.
3. Conclusions: Lessons learned, challenges faced and how they were overcome, and reflections on the project.
4. Bibliography: The research sources used for the project and article preparation.

This activity will allow students to learn technical scientific vocabulary in a practical and applied manner, while also developing research, writing, and presentation skills.