For writing this blog entry, I had to sit and close my eyes for a while in order to imagine what my EFL classroom is like. First of all, I picture myself working in the primary school. I think it is a nice age where kids are willing to try new things and they say what they think or like. It is a fact that my teaching experience in Vordingborg has influenced alot my thoughts about teaching.
Second, I have to say that the main principle in my class would be: "For learning english it is necessary to be motivated and willing to learn new things". In my class it is relevant to use authentic materials because students need to see that language happens in real contexts. Besides that my class will include corporal expression, I think it is important that while you learn you can have fun by dancing or playing an active game. As a teacher I would ensure that all children are learning and participating. I would have into consideration that each kid has a learning style however, I can not promise that I will prepare a class for each one of them. Finally, regarding language skills, I think it depens on the class level. As teacher you observe students' needs and then prepare class to help them to improve whatever is needed.
Reading of "Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching" by Larsen-Freeman helped me to define which tecniques I will probably use when teaching L2.
I love what you say about using authentic materials, when you learn a language, it is important to feel that you are actually learning something that you can use "right away", it gives you confidence and the courage to continue!
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