How would you start a class/lesson with a beginner?

I would start with short sentences and speaking slowly. I would also be very patient and understanding with my student.

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  • I would start with simple, interactive activities to build their confidence and ease them into the lesson.

  • I would start with short and simple sentences,while also speaking slowly. I would also be very patient and understanding with my student.

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  • Starting a beginner’s English lesson requires patience, simplicity, and an engaging approach. 🌟 Begin with a warm greeting like, “Hello! How are you? 😊” and introduce yourself slowly, encouraging them to respond. 🗣️ Assess their level by asking basic questions or showing pictures, e.g., “What is this? 🖼️” or “Is this a pen? 🖊️” Focus on simple topics like greetings 👋, numbers 🔢, days 📅, and common objects 🛋️. Use visuals, gestures, and real-life items to clarify meanings, e.g., holding a book 📖 and saying, “This is a book.” Practice repetition drills to build confidence, like “I am [name]. What is your name? 🤝” Keep sentences short and simple, ensuring they understand. ✅ Offer lots of encouragement 🌈 and correct errors gently to focus on progress. 💡 End the lesson with a quick review 🔄 to reinforce learning and assign easy, fun tasks for practice, such as naming objects at home 🏠 or introducing themselves. 🎯

  • Greet them slowly, introduce myself, ask them basic questions, speak slowly and use sign language and TPRs a lot.

  • I would start the lesson introducing the most basic verb tense in English: Present Simple. We would practise with short simple sentences and some new vocabulary. I would speak in a slowly way for a better understanding.

  • I will also discuss my teaching style and how the student will achieve his/her learning goals.

  • First of all, I will get to know the student. This will help me get a clear understanding of what the student needs.

  • I would start with pleasantries, I will speak slow and be patient with my students

  • I would start with a short sentence and have picture cards ready. Visual aids are great for beginners.

  • Greet your student in English , even if they are beginners. This will immediately create a special environment , and establish certain rules. Explain the objectives of lesson and how they are going to be achieved.

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