I remember being amazed as a new teacher when topics like 'drugs should be legal' or 'marriage is outdated' only generated awkward mutters, especially while seemingly stupefying topics sometimes brought about lively debate. This article will look at reasons for this apparent unpredictability and try to narrow the vague 'communicative approach' into some practical steps towards successful speaking lessons involving all students. Speaking-based classes seem to provide incredible scope for both truly great and truly awful classroom experiences. If your experiences are anything like mine, both your top and bottom lessons will have been speaking-focused. Next, think of one that has gone particularly badly. First, think of a lesson you have taught which you feel has gone really well. Click here to read the original discussion.īefore I go on, I'd like to ask for a moment's reflection.
I realize it's connected with psychology very closely. But what about when they usually answer: "I don't know," "Hmm?" or only "Yes, I do," "No, I won't" etc. Question: What would you suggest as a method of encouraging a student to speak, for example, when they are rather shy even in their native language? I remember GiddyGad once said that I can't make a student use the expressions and vocabulary they do not even use in their native language, and I agree. Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship.
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