The first time when I was standing in front of the class was strange. First of all, it was very odd to hear students calling me “teacher”. At first I even though that they are calling their “real” teacher and didn’t pay attention to this approach. It was a very funny moment. However, I get used to this “title” during the first teaching day. Next, it was very interesting to try myself as a teacher, monitor of the class. A lot of questions were spinning in my head. Will my teaching style be acceptable for the students? Will my students be always in control? Will my explanations be clear for the students? Hopefully, everything was great!
I was lucky to work with a primary school teacher who had just finished her degree on the course that I was on a few years ago. So the teacher was very supportive in helping me get used to the way the school works and the things that I should be achieving as a student teacher.
I think that teaching practice is one of the most important moments in the process of language learning. During my teaching practice I could view the education process not on behalf of the student but as the teacher. And I should admit that I liked this process, I like to work with students, pupils, with personalities and I like to help them to master the language!
Now I am preparing for my lessons. It takes so much time!!!! Teacher’s work is difficult. However, I understood that it has a big advantage. A teacher always communicates, approaches young people, broaden an outlook and every day has to prepare a small show for the students. And it amazed me.
What I have learnt from practising
How to choose the right method of teaching English?
Over the years different science, theories, and learning styles were developed in terms of teaching foreign languages. You won’t find the best, the one and only method of teaching English to kids or adults. Choosing the proper teaching style depends on students’ skills and abilities. So in this article, we listed some fresh ideas on how to learn a new language and how to choose the right method of teaching English.
Quests are one of the most popular modern gaming tools. The name speaks for itself, as the word “quest” means there will be adventures. It already means that students will encounter challenges, riddles and mysteries that they have to solve by using English!
Interactive methods
Interactive learning is an integral part of teaching English to children and adults. You can do various activities together with your child, and you can both benefit from it. Be creative. Create a collage or a poster, do crafts, etc. You can also organize workshops for you and your kid, for example, making a salad or baking pizza, making soft toys or performing any activity together. E.g., it could be growing flowers, making a flower bed or a mini-garden.
