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Dear Colleagues ,
How lovely to be writing to you again!
I hope you and your families are well and have had a good summer. February’s weather had lots of ups and downs but March ... as usual... Classes start and summer becomes hotter and the sun shines even brighter.
I spent part of January at the seaside with my daughter Pepi and my two teenage grandchildren, Nacho and Valen. I stayed at home most of the time due to COVID, my grandchildren spent the whole day, and I’m not exaggerating, the whole day, playing computer games on-line! Can you believe it?
Pepi was the only one who had a good time and came back with an amazing tan ... well in fact, I had a good time as well, as I read a lot and, you know how much I love reading.
I imagine how busy you are with the start of your classes and at Dickens Paty, Manuel, Sofia, Andrea, the coordinators, teachers and rest of staff have been working very hard getting ready for scholastic year 2021.
We hope it will be a great year for all of you, your students and for Dickens as well. Nothing quite equals the joy of teaching and learning!
Paty, Manuel, Sofia, Andrea, Teresa and I wish you all the very best,
Letter from the Editor
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SECTIONS:
EVENTS PROFESIONAL DEVELOPMENT
IMPORTANT NEWS INTERNATIONAL EXAMS
TEACHING RESOURCES & IDEAS PORTUGUÊS CONTACT US
Edition: Fernando Wilkins / [email protected]
Dear Colleagues,
We are really looking forward to working together with you again this year, and if you are a new member of the Dickens Team, welcome!. We are really glad that you are part of our teaching community.
2020 has taught us many things, we have learned considerably about technology, e-texts and online teaching, but we have learned even more about adaptability to change, identifying true priorities, resilience, empathy, solidarity and about all the things we are capable of but did not know we were.
At Dickens we have been preparing for a great 2021, perhaps it will not be an easier year, but we trust it will be one full of opportunities. We are ready to provide you with support and to try to help you find solutions for those challenges you or your students might face.
Please check our website and social networks regularly for updates of information, and do contact us if you need further support. Remember newsletters are uploaded to our website, so you can download them and read them every time you need.
Welcome back!
The Dickens Team
For the CertTESOL trainers and trainees the news that Education was closing its doors due to the pandemic was devastating news. Classes had just begun, trainers had just met their trainees and then the bombshell fell! The Dickens Authorities, Coordinators and Teacher Trainers took a quick decision: the CertTESOL would run online. As soon as theTrainees were ready to start their teaching practices these took place via Zoom in the Dickens groups which were having lessons online.
In August, when face-to-face classes were resumed, the trainees delivered classes both face-to-face and online. Therefore at the end of the CERT TESOL scholastic year, due to the impossibility of Trinity College London Moderators travelling abroad, the Dickens Trainees were given the possibility of being moderated by Zoom, an offer they accepted with alacrity.
Thus the Dickens first CertTESOL Moderation by Zoom took place on 26th and 27th November 2020! The 20 Trainees passed with flying colours! The moderator congratulated trainers and newly graduated teachers on their good results, performance and sound theoretical knowledge. She rounded up by assuring all concerned that all 20 were well prepared for the current teaching needs.
Dickens first Teacher Training Course’s Moderation by Zoom was a great success. Congratulations to one and all!
OUTSTANDING MODERATION RESULTS DICKENS CertTESOL 2020
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TYLEC
What is TYLEC? The Teaching Young Learners Extension Certificate is a specialist certificate designed for English Language Teachers. It aims to equip them with the skills and knowledge to teach English to children and adolescents in the age range 6-16.
Who can do it? Teachers of English who would like to improve their teaching skills and obtain formal certification in the teaching of English as a foreign or second language to young learners. Holding an initial teaching qualification is not a requirement to take the course. Candidates should have at least one year´s full-time experience as English language teachers and pass an entrance test and an oral interview.
Why do the TYLEC? To develop and improve the knowledge, practice and skills of teaching English to
young learners. To refine practical teaching skills in the context of young learners. To enrich your CV and specialise in the teaching of English to young learners.
When do lessons start? Lessons will be delivered face-to-face and via Zoom, on Saturday mornings. The course starts in April.
For further information, contact Verónica Jara
TESOL Coordinator Teacher support – International Examinations
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Informative meeting (Zoom): 9th April 9am. Write to [email protected] to book your place.
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So… you feel the need to brush up your English
you would like to develop your pronunciation of English sounds further
you would like to expand your range of vocabulary and structures to an advanced level
you feel like attending lessons, have some time for yourself and to share with colleagues
but… you have little time available
you cannot travel long distances
then… this is THE COURSE for you:
LANGUAGE & PRONUNCIATION DEVELOPMENT COURSE
for TEACHERS
Two hours on Fridays
DON´t miss the chance It starts in April & places are limited
If you are interested, contact Camila Magariños
Senior Administrator [email protected]
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LISTENING TASKS As usual all the levels will have listening tasks in the final exams.
These levels will be read out by the teacher:
Transition 1 & 2 – Beep 1& 2
Children 1 & 2 – Academy Stars 1 & 2 and Big English 1 & 2
Children 3 – Happy Earth 1
Juniors 1 - Wider World Starter & Today 1
These levels will be recorded:
Adults 1 – Cutting Edge Starter & English File Beginner Adults 2 – Cutting Edge Elementary & English File Elementary
Adults 3 – Cutting Edge Pre-intermediate & English File Pre-Intermediate
Adults 4 – Personal Best B1 & Headway Intermediate
Juniors 2 – Wider World 1 & Today 2
Juniors 3 – Wider World 2 & Today 3
Juniors 4 – Wider World 3 & Beyond A2+
Juniors 4+ - Beyond B1
Juniors 5 – Personal Best B1 & Headway Intermediate
Oxford House – Optimise B1+
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ORAL EXAMS 2021 Dear Colleagues,
We know it is early in the year to start thinking about the final exams, but in these uncertain
times, we think that it is important that both teachers and students know what to expect from
the beginning of the year.
We are all aware that we need to take every precaution that is in our hands to take care of
students and examiners alike. Therefore, oral exams will again be offered via Zoom in 2021.
The year planner contains the three possible oral exam sessions:
Saturday 16th October Saturday 30th October Friday 12th November
Justified special cases which require different arrangements will be considered at Dickens, as
usual.
Similarly to last year, we will offer free workshops for teachers to gain or recycle ideas on
how to prepare oral exams and also about technological issues in order to make the exams
successful for your students.
Do contact us if you need further information.
The Dickens Team
Cambridge English Qualifications Marzo/Abril 2021 - Precios y Fechas
A2 Key | A2 Key for Schools
B1 Preliminary | B1 Preliminary for Schools
Examen
Writing &
Listening
Fecha de examen
escrito
Speaking Test
Período ventana
examen oral
Precio
bonificado
Precio sin
bonificar
08 al 19 de
febrero
22 al 26 de
febrero
A2 Key Lunes 12/04 04/04 – 26/04 USD 145 USD 170
B1
Preliminary Lunes 12/04 04/04 – 26/04 USD 170 USD 190
A2 Key for
Schools Lunes 12/04 04/04 – 26/04 USD 145 USD 170
B1
Preliminary
for Schools
Lunes 12/04 04/04 – 26/04 USD 170 USD 190
B2 First | B2 First for Schools
Examen
Writing &
Listening
Fecha de examen
escrito
Speaking Test
Período ventana
examen oral
Precio
bonificado
Precio sin
bonificar
22 de febrero al
05 de marzo 08 al 12 de marzo
B2 First Lunes 26/04 18/04 – 03/05 USD 265 USD 310
B2 First for
Schools Lunes 26/04 18/04 – 03/05 USD 265 USD 310
Por otras fechas dentro del calendario de Cambridge, comunicarse con nuestro Departamento de Exámenes Internacionales a [email protected]
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C1 Advanced & C2 Proficiency
Examen
Writing &
Listening
Fecha de examen
escrito
Speaking Test
Período ventana
examen oral
Precio
bonificado
Precio sin
bonificar
04 de febrero al
10 de febrero
11 al 12 de
febrero
C1 Advanced Sábado 20/03 12/03 – 21/03 USD 275 USD 325
01 al 12 de
marzo 15 al 19 de marzo
C1 Advanced Martes 27/04 23/04 – 02/05 USD 275 USD 325
C2 Proficiency Sábado 08/05 30/04 – 09/05 USD 285 USD 330
TKT (All modules)
Examen Fecha de examen Precio
bonificado
Precio sin
bonificar
TKT A confirmar * **
*Precio bonificado **Precio sin bonificar
1 módulo: USD 100
2 módulos: USD 180
3 módulos: USD 240
4 módulos: USD 320
5 módulos: USD 400
(para módulos del mismo
año)
1 módulo: USD 120
2 módulos: USD 220
3 módulos: USD 300
4 módulos: USD 400
5 módulos: USD 500
(para módulos del mismo
año)
Por otras fechas dentro del calendario de Cambridge, comunicarse con nuestro Departamento de Exámenes Internacionales a [email protected]
Información importante
Los exámenes orales se realizarán dentro del período ventana autorizado porCambridge English.
Los días y horas en que se realicen quedarán sujetos a la disponibilidad deexaminadores y la cantidad de alumnos inscriptos en cada nivel de examen.
Los alumnos que decidan borrarse o modificar la fecha del examen deberánhacerlo durante el periodo de inscripción.
Examen Precio bonificado Precio no bonificado
A2 Key & A2 Key for Schools USD 110 USD 130
B1 Preliminary & B1 Preliminary for Schools USD 130 USD 145
B2 First & B2 First for Schools USD 200 USD 235
C1 Advanced USD 210 USD 245
C2 Proficiency USD 215 USD 250
Habrá un descuento especial para quienes no aprobaron su examen en el período correspondiente al segundo semestre del año 2020. (No aplica a Business Preliminary, Vantage ni Higher)
Inscripciones
Personalmente: 21 de setiembre 2744 Lunes a viernes de 9 a 19hs 27107555 int. 123 [email protected]
Transferencia o Depósito Bancario: Cuenta Corriente BROU U$D Nº 001557194-00001
Una vez realizada la trasferencia o Depósito Bancario se deberá enviar el comprobante y el formulario de inscripción al mail [email protected]
Online:
A través de nuestra web, www.dickens.edu.uy/inscripciones
Pago:
Contado solo dólares
Crédito hasta en 6 pagos con Diners, Visa, Master, Ocay American Express
Crédito hasta en 12 pagos con Master y Visa Santander
Pago:
Crédito hasta en 6 pagos con Visa
Redpagos
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Cambridge English Qualifications Mayo - Agosto 2021 - Precios y Fechas
A2 Key | A2 Key for Schools
B1 Preliminary | B1 Preliminary for Schools
Examen
Writing &
Listening
Fecha de examen
escrito
Speaking Test
Período ventana
examen oral
Precio
bonificado
Precio sin
bonificar
08 al 19 de
marzo 22 al 26 de marzo
A2 Key Lunes 31/05 23/05 – 07/06 USD 145 USD 170
B1
Preliminary Lunes 31/05 23/05 – 07/06 USD 170 USD 190
A2 Key for
Schools Lunes 31/05 23/05 – 07/06 USD 145 USD 170
B1
Preliminary
for Schools
Lunes 31/05 23/05 – 07/06 USD 170 USD 190
05 al 16 de abril 20 al 23 de abril
A2 Key Lunes 21/06 13/06 – 05/07 USD 145 USD 170
B1
Preliminary Lunes 21/06 13/06 – 05/07 USD 170 USD 190
A2 Key for
Schools Lunes 21/06 13/06 – 05/07 USD 145 USD 170
B1
Preliminary
for Schools
Lunes 21/06 13/06 – 05/07 USD 170 USD 190
A2 Key for
Schools Sábado 07/08 30/07 – 08/08 USD 145 USD 170
B1
Preliminary
for Schools
Sábado 07/08 30/07 – 08/08 USD 170 USD 190
Por otras fechas dentro del calendario de Cambridge, comunicarse con nuestro Departamento de Exámenes Internacionales a [email protected]
B2 First | B2 First for Schools
Examen
Writing &
Listening
Fecha de examen
escrito
Speaking Test
Período ventana
examen oral
Precio
bonificado
Precio sin
bonificar
08 al 19 de
marzo 22 al 26 de marzo
B2 First Lunes 31/05 23/05 – 07/06 USD 265 USD 310
B2 First for
Schools Lunes 31/05 23/05 – 07/06 USD 265 USD 310
05 al 16 de abril 20 al 23 de abril
B2 First Lunes 21/06 13/06 – 05/07 USD 265 USD 310
B2 First for
Schools Lunes 21/06 13/06 – 05/07 USD 265 USD 310
19 al 21 de
mayo 24 al 28 de mayo
B2 First Jueves 26/08 20/08 – 29/08 USD 265 USD 310
B2 First for
Schools Lunes 19/07 11/07 – 02/08 USD 265 USD 310
Por otras fechas dentro del calendario de Cambridge, comunicarse con nuestro Departamento de Exámenes Internacionales a [email protected]
C1 Advanced & C2 Proficiency
Examen
Writing &
Listening
Fecha de examen
escrito
Speaking Test
Período ventana
examen oral
Precio
bonificado
Precio sin
bonificar
08 al 19 de
marzo 22 al 26 de marzo
C1 Advanced Sábado 29/05 21/05 – 30/05 USD 275 USD 325
C2 Proficiency Sábado 08/05 30/04 – 09/05 USD 285 USD 330
22 de marzo al 9
de abril 12 al 16 de abril
C2 Proficiency Viernes 11/06 04/06 – 13/06 USD 285 USD 330
05 al 16 de abril 20 al 23 de abril
C1 Advanced Miércoles 30/06 25/06 – 04/07 USD 275 USD 325
19 al 21 de
mayo 24 al 28 de mayo
C1 Advanced Viernes 30/07 23/07 – 01/08 USD 275 USD 325
C1 Advanced Viernes 27/08 20/08 – 29/08 USD 275 USD 325
Por otras fechas dentro del calendario de Cambridge, comunicarse con nuestro Departamento de Exámenes Internacionales a [email protected]
B1 Business Preliminary, B2 Business Vantage & C1 Business Higher
Examen
Writing &
Listening
Fecha de examen
escrito
Speaking Test
Período
ventana
examen oral
Precio
bonificado
Precio sin
bonificar
08 al 19 de
marzo
22 al 26 de
marzo
B1 Business
Preliminary Sábado 05/06 28/05 – 06/06 USD 160 USD 190
B2 Business
Vantage Sábado 29/05 21/05 – 30/05 USD 270 USD 325
C1 Business
Higher Sábado 22/05 14/05 – 22/05 USD 280 USD 330
TKT (All modules)
Examen Fecha de examen Precio
bonificado
Precio sin
bonificar
TKT A confirmar * **
*Precio bonificado **Precio sin bonificar
1 módulo: USD 100
2 módulos: USD 180
3 módulos: USD 240
4 módulos: USD 320
5 módulos: USD 400
(para módulos del mismo
año)
1 módulo: USD 120
2 módulos: USD 220
3 módulos: USD 300
4 módulos: USD 400
5 módulos: USD 500
(para módulos del mismo
año)
Por otras fechas dentro del calendario de Cambridge, comunicarse con nuestro Departamento de Exámenes Internacionales a [email protected]
Información importante
Los exámenes orales se realizarán dentro del período ventana autorizado por Cambridge English.
Los días y horas en que se realicen quedarán sujetos a la disponibilidad de examinadores y la cantidad de alumnos inscriptos en cada nivel de examen.
Los alumnos que decidan borrarse o modificar la fecha del examen deberán hacerlo durante el periodo de inscripción.
Examen Precio bonificado Precio no bonificado
A2 Key & A2 Key for Schools USD 110 USD 130
B1 Preliminary & B1 Preliminary for Schools USD 130 USD 145
B2 First & B2 First for Schools USD 200 USD 235
C1 Advanced USD 210 USD 245
C2 Proficiency USD 215 USD 250
Habrá un descuento especial para quienes no aprobaron su examen en el período correspondiente al segundo semestre del año 2020. (No aplica a Business Preliminary, Vantage ni Higher)
Inscripciones Personalmente: 21 de Setiembre 2744 Lunes a viernes de 9 a 19hs 27107555 int. 123 [email protected]
Transferencia o Depósito Bancario: Cuenta Corriente BROU U$D Nº 001557194-00001
Una vez realizada la trasferencia o Depósito Bancario se deberá enviar el comprobante y el formulario de inscripción al mail [email protected]
Online: A través de nuestra web, www.dickens.edu.uy/inscripciones
Pago:
Contado
Crédito hasta en 6 pagos con Diners, Visa, Master, Oca y American Express
Crédito hasta en 12 pagos con Master y Visa Santander
Pago:
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Redpagos
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The benefits of using L2
Yes, L1 may appear to have some benefits.
However, surely it is counter-productive to use L1 in the classroom when the number one goal
is to encourage our students to speak in English. Students should be exposed to English at
every given opportunity. So, let’s try to immerse students in English discouraging the use of L1
and fully promote English. From the moment they enter the classroom, they should know it is
an English-only speaking area. It is essential that at least 97% of the lesson is conducted only
in English. After all, a communicative activity is completely null, if the students are chatting in
L1 as opposed to L2, whilst for the most part, it is far more beneficial for the students to work
out the meaning of the language from context as opposed to relying on translation.
Is it an easy task to get a room full of Uruguayan students to use L2 constantly for over an
hour and a half?
Of course not, but a class taught in the mother tongue is an utter waste of energy and time.
Teachers should ‘raise the bar and offer them challenges’.
10 Ideas to reduce L1
At Dickens we believe that by encouraging the use of L2 as opposed to punishing the use of
L1 results can be very good: students will learn much more than the target language but to
communicate in context.
Choose from this list the ones you consider more suitable for your groups:
If you have studied a foreign language - L2 - and you share the classroom with
other students who use the same L1 as yourself, then you may feel more inclined
to communicate in that language. This can be the same for your students and
you may find it challenging to get your students to speak English.
How to limit L1use in class
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1. Providing functional (classroom) language – examples:What do you have in ‘1’? / I have… / I think ‘b’ is false because… / I (don't) agree because
2. Preparing an English Hat (or Crown) – when teacher is wearing it s/he can’t speak orunderstand L1 at all.
3. Making a gesture of ‘throwing L1 away from the classroom’.
4. Encouraging students to describe the word they need instead of asking ‘what’s this inEnglish?’
5. Responding in English to a student who speaks L1 to the teacher.
6. Using dolls and puppets who ‘only understand English’.
7. Praising a student or group of students for using English for a certain period of time inclass.
8. Teacher responding by saying ‘Sorry? Could you say the same in English please?’
9. Responding in L3 to the students who use L1 (ideally, the L3 they don’t know!) 😊 😊
… and last but not least…..
10. This whole idea of trying to speak more L2 means a big game which engages students,helps them become creative and actually motivates them to stay in L2.
Bibliography:- https://wednesdayseminars.wordpress.com- Teaching Hanbook Practice Gower R. (2005)
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10 ClassroomGames Every
English TeacherShould Know
A key challenge for any ESL teacher, whether experienced or a recent graduate, is tokeep students engaged, and one of the best ways to do this is to incorporate someclassroom games to make learning more fun and exciting! Games also make great
rewards for students who do well in class, or as a ‘treat’ if the class focuses on their corework during the body of the lesson. As a teacher, having a few 5 minute activities that
require little resource can be hugely helpful if a lesson finishes a bit earlier thatexpected.
Here’s our top 10 simple games to implement in the ESL classroom…
1. Last Man StandingThis is a game which gives students the time to think and encourage peer learning. As they hearother students speaking, they will pick up on some words. Have all the students form a circleand stand at the center with a ball. All you have to do is name a category (food, places,hobbies, etc.) and pass the ball to one student. Let them toss it to another student as they namea word related to the theme. If they repeat a word or can’t say any more words, they need to sitdown. The last man/student standing wins the game.
2. CharadesThis is a popular game which is similar to Pictionary. This is a great game to get your students tomove. First, you have to write down a couple of words on paper. Make sure most of the studentsknow them. Divide the class into two teams and one person from each team will choose a paperand act the word out. A team receives a point for every correctly guessed word.
3. PictionaryPictionary is like a charade, but your students will draw, instead of acting the words out.You can use the cards from the actual board game for this activity, or make your own!Similar to charades, you also need to divide the class into two teams. One person from Team Acome up to the front and draws a card/word. The student must convey the word to his or herteam using only drawings. There are certain rules such as students cannot use words, symbols orhand gestures. Each student should have a time limit of 3 minutes. The first team to get 10 pointsis the winning team.
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4. Board RaceBoard Race is a fun game that is used for revising vocabulary. Here’s what to do:Divide the class into two teams and give each team a colored marker. Draw a line down the middleof the board and write a topic at the top. The students must then write as many words related tothe topic in a relay. The first person will write the first word and pass the colored marker to the onenext in line. Score each team with one point for each correct word. Unreadable or misspelledwords are not counted.
5. Taboo WordsLooking for a game which can help your students practice synonyms and descriptions? Try TabooWords – suitable for more advanced learners. Divide the class into two and have the two teams siton opposite sides of the room, facing each other. Choose one person to sit in front of their teamand stand behind the students and hold a piece of paper with a word on itThe team has three minutes to get the one in front to say the word on paper. They can’t say theword; they can only mention synonyms and descriptions of the word you’re holding.
6. HangmanA favourite game among teachers, Hangman can be used at the start of the class to warm up thestudents and get them active. This is especially good for young students.First, think of a word and write the number of letters on the board using dashes to show manyletters there are. Then, ask students to suggest a letter. If it appears in the word, write it in all ofthe correct spaces. If the letter does not appear in the word, write it off to the side and begindrawing the image of a hanging man.
7. Twenty ObjectsTime to test your students’ memories and vocabulary! Gather 20 objects that can be found in theclassroom and lay them all out on the desk. Show them all to the students and then covereverything with a blanket or a sheet after one minute. Ask the students to write down as many itemsthey remember on a piece of paper. Write a list of the items on the chalkboard and allow studentsto self-correct.
8. Hot SeatThis game is similar to Taboo Words. You can write the name on the board and one student willguess the word. The rest of the class must guess the word by describing it.
9. Board AcronymFirst, you have to write a word vertically on the board. Each student must come up with a wordstarting with each letter of the vertical word.You can change the rule and require the words to be related to the acronym.
10. CategoriesThis game is a great way to fill up the last few minutes of the class. Ask the students draw sixcolumns on their paper and write a category at the top of each column. You can choosecategories that fit your topic. You can include food, names, cities or countries, furniture, verbs andclothing.Then, choose a random letter and write it on the board. Ask students to write down a word for eachcategory that starts with that letter.
Adapted from:- https://www.opportunity-china.com/blog/10-classroom-games-esl/
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Are the students afraid to make mistakes?Is your instruction on their level?Do you state clear instructions with examples?Do your lessons incorporate exciting material and ways to teach?Are your students motivated and interested to learn?After you ask yourself these questions and alter your teaching based on honest self-evaluation, you can incorporate more ways to encourage your students to learn English.
1. Build FluencyThe most important thing to remember is that your students need to be speaking English asmuch as possible. The more they practice, the better they speak. The better they speak, themore confidence they will gain. And this cycle will continue to build fluency. Don't make thegrammar lessons the focal point of your instruction. Don't do too much teacher talk andlengthy explanations. Choral responses where the students recite the same "response" --whether it be a word, phrase, sentence or dialogue -- are an effective tool to buildvocabulary skills that lead to comprehension. This method helps to build success for alllearners. So get your students to talk, and keep them talking!
2. Focus on Individual NeedsWith the current educational journals consumed with such topics as DifferentiatedEducation, Meeting the Needs of All Learners, Maximizing the Disconnect Between the RealWorld and the Classroom, etc., it is important that you, too, focus on each student. Choosethose skills that are the most important for him or her, and tailor your instructionaccordingly. While Student A may be struggling with learning the alphabet and initialsounds, Student B might be reading at a fourth-grade level. I'm sure you get the point.Challenge all of your students with material at their own level to ensure language progress.My own teaching mantra is, "All learners can learn if we but know how to teach them." Theonus is on you as a teacher. That is the unique skill you have to offer.
Let's face it -- everyone has something to say some time or another. ESL learners are nodifferent. As a teacher of either online English or classroom ESL instruction, it is important to
make your students feel comfortable speaking. They may feel embarrassed about theirinability to speak English fluently. Or perhaps they are just shy. As an instructor, you need to
ask yourself how you are impacting the learning environment:
Student Engagement5 tips to get your
students talking
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3. Provide High-Interest Engagement
We all learn more when we are engaged. Think of times when learning was the most
enjoyable for you. Try to emulate those teaching styles. Was it how the teacher
interacted with the class and how you were treated with respect, fairness, patience and
acceptance? Maybe the teacher planned lessons that involved more than just passive
learning.
Perhaps there were learning activities with movement, which allowed for maintaining the
students' attention levels and increasing their classroom participation. Did you have a
creative teacher who used a variety of materials like flashcards, games, magazine and
newspaper articles, pictures, photos, fieldtrips, projects, technology, role plays, guest
speakers, simulations or question-and-answer sessions? Did they mix it up when it came
to working individually and in small groups or whole-class instruction? Did they allow
choice in student learning and ask for input as far as needs and interests?
4. ModelHow you talk in your lessons, when both focusing on instruction and relating with your
students, will increase their language ability. Speak slowly and clearly so that the ESL
student will understand. Choose words that are easier for them to grasp. Use visuals
whenever possible so that students can also read the directions at the same time.
Teaching with two or more modalities heightens understanding and learning. Offer
repetition and review until your students have mastery. Always be positive toward them,
and continue to praise them for speaking to encourage more speaking. Develop a
strong, open and caring relationship toward each of your students, and in turn they will
strive to be the best students possible. I guarantee you will have a more successful
classroom of ESL students.
5. Allow TimeLearning a language is developmental. There are endless factors in acquiring a
language, so it is important that you put this in perspective. When you talk to a student,
allow wait time for the response. When they struggle with a certain skill or concept, help
them over this hurdle. Everyone learns in different ways, and once you embrace this idea,
you and your students will be more apt to enjoy the learning process together.
Adapted from:- https://www.edutopia.org/blog/getting-the-ESL-student-talking-marc-anderson
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