Post on 11-Apr-2017
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A good starting point for any inexperienced TEFL teacher, is to make use of a course
book. A course book is written especially for students and is therefore non-authentic.
Materials which are not specifically designed for classroom use, but which may be
exploited in a language environment, are authentic.
Using concrete but age-appropriate materials with learners enhances instructions by
providing a context for language and literacy development.
When considering appropriate topics in the classroom, one should consider the learners’
age and intellectual maturity. Topics aimed at young learners should where possible focus
on concrete aspects of lifestyle and habit.
For teenagers and young adults, it may be a good idea to cover topics that they may relate to through their own experiences. This may involve relationships, friendships, popular
and social culture, exploring one’s individuality, etc.
For the full article, visit:
https://www.go-tefl.com/teflblog/tefl-teaching-materials/