Module 9: Lesson 1 - Principles of teaching adults English

Question 1

What do I need to keep in mind when teaching adults?

Answer 1

• Their time is valuable.
• What is their reason for learning English?
• Help them feel and see progress and invite feedback.
• Methods of how to bridge the gaps.

Question 2

What are the 7 principles of teaching adults learners.

Answer 2

• Understand the learner’s motivation to study: intrinsic / extrinsic?
• Create a good classroom environment: feeling welcome, listened to, included in everything they do.
• Utilize learner’s experience to teach: use their knowledge and ideas (motivation will rise).
• Select materials carefully: align with interest, hobbies, careers.
• Communication is key: give them as many opportunities as possible to speak.
• Use a variety of teaching methods: teach in different ways with different mediums, don’t be boring.
• Regularly review learner goals, progress, and satisfaction: keep track of learning development, check in for motivation and satisfaction.

Question 3

What are the benefits of self-study?

Answer 3

• Works for people who are organized and self-motivated.
• Study at suitable times.
• Focus on specific needs or interest.
• Cheaper and wider reaching than taught courses.

Question 4

What is self-study?

Answer 4

Self-study is any independent learning that a language learner undertakes by themselves away from the classroom.

This might be entirely self-directed and independent, or work guided by the teacher or institute.

Question 5

What are the disadvantages of self-study?

Answer 5

• More challenging to learn and practice productive skills.
• Some support or learner training may be required.
• There is so much material available online, much with low quality content and with many mistakes.