Background Notes:

Activity One:

• all of the words contained in the Key Vocabulary List are related to using an ABM or Automated Banking Machine
• some of the words have multiple meanings or usage
• use minimal pairs or word groups to practice any pronunciation difficulties
  e.g., withdrawal weather with wait

Activity Two:

• this activity may be done during the session or as a homework assignment
• during the session have her tell you a sentence and then write another for homework

Activity Three:

• Benefits
  • hours of operation
  • do not have to wait in a line for service
  • many locations
  • no forms to complete
  • can perform all of the same transactions that you can at a bank

• Difficulties/Fears
  • impersonal
  • no one to ask for assistance
  • not easy to read
  • do not feel safe
  • machines can break
  • won’t remember PIN number
  • afraid of losing my card