What strategies do you use to engage students in an online learning environment?
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Use as many concept checking questions.
High energy, interest subject matter and personalizing the lesson
Getting to know students is crucial in an online learning environment. Even more so than in direct classes, you have to show your students authentic compassion.
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Well it depends on the desires of the student. I evaluate the wants and know which is best for them to begin with.
- ShastiCertified TEFL teacher
Total Physical Response(TPR) is one of the best ways to engage with students online
for kids i use songs,videos and games for adults i try to talk about different topics.
For kids i use interactive lessons such as props and videos. And adults the conversations depend on their needs
It depends on the students' interests and needs .For example :if the student is interested in travelling ,I try to use topics about travelling ,meanwhile enhancing their vocabulary and grammar knowledge.
I engage my students in activities that inspire or motivate them to enjoy online learning. For example ; the use of technology, self discovery experiences, associate learning with real life experiences and make time for question and answer session with timely feedback. In esscence, the aim is for students to learn while having fun.
During class lessons I interact with my students a lot and allow self- correction. This helps them remember their mistakes and not repeat the mistakes.
I personally try to engage students by centering practice sessions around their needs and interests. I am teaching a nurse who is a1 level by using the TO BE verb and hospital words. A b2 programmer is practicing his speaking skills 'teaching' me how to program an app, which is mirroring what he currently does at work
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I don’t fully understand what you mean by “get attached”. However, during school breaks a teacher might share a few learning tips and provide a few extra exercises aimed to boost fluency or any other area that the student needs to work on. I personally make myself available to learners at anytime providing that they’re willing to pull their weight.
