My experience during my time at school was great, because since I entered to St Margaret’s school (a British school for girls) in 2nd grade, I felt as if I were part of a big community in which we were encouraged and motivated to speak, to write and read in English. How can I forget those entertaining classes in which teachers read us stories about princess, castles and imaginary characters which lead us to develop our imagination and creativity. I also remembered our poetry classes; It was one of my favorites subjects because we were able to create our own poems. Apart from that, I used to like learning about Vikings and old British history.
Role play was a frequent activity in my school and I think it was very important in order to help us to gain confidence when talking in a foreign language. Now, I realize the importance of English and how fortunate I am for having choosing this course.
I think, that an effective second language teacher must develop the fourth skills in their students, doing innovating and motivating classes; using a variety of exercises that encourage students´ learning, specially thinking development.
I think, that an effective second language teacher must develop the fourth skills in their students, doing innovating and motivating classes; using a variety of exercises that encourage students´ learning, specially thinking development.
To learn a second language it is necessary to develop the fourth abilities in the same way, and also creating a good environment for children in which they can have access to different kind of material, such as books, magazines, computers, etc.
I think, one of the most important factors when learning a second language, is the motivation of the students and the creativity of the teacher when developing the exercises and explaining the content in different ways as a way that every student can
understand.
Second languages should be taught with different techniques, and also with a variety of methodology that fit best for each group of students.
The role of the teacher should be active, patience and motivating, always trying to learn more and improving news strategies.
I think the most important language experiences a teacher should provide is the speaking ability in real situations.
Fran, I think you had an amazing experience learning English since you were little, totally different of how I learnt it, well "learnt" 'cause I hardly learn verb to be in school and that was pretty much it. I wish all the school were like yours, I believe that motivation in a huge step to make our students learn English properly, and in state funded schools is not something that is really there, almost all the students are completely unmotivated towards the idea of learning a new language and it is sad becouse we can get great things from them. I hope we can make that different in our near future as teachers.
ResponderEliminarNice and lovely template for your blog.
ResponderEliminarI am sure your positive experience as a language learner had a great impact on how you see your teaching career.
Certainly there is no one single solution for each group. You have to apply different techniques and strategies.
Good reflections, I missed the last one , though, with your feelings about this semester .