Teaching English

  
Evaluate yourself


Complete our self-evaluation checklist to find out what you know, what you can do, what you need to find out and what you’d like to explore. You can do it yourself or with a colleague. Download the attached checklist and put a tick in the boxes next to the things you feel most confident about, a cross for things you feel you don’t know enough about and a question mark next to the ones you aren’t sure about, or know a little bit about.

 

Classroom management : I know how to create and maintain a positive learning environment.

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I monitor and modify my approach in response to learner feedback, reaction and progress.




I use a range of techniques for dealing with disruptive learners.




I know how to arrange classroom furniture to facilitate different types of tasks.




I know how to set up activities effectively and make smooth transitions between lesson stages.




I understand and use classroom dynamics effectively to motivate learners.




I give clear instructions and explanations.








Learners : I understand the concepts involved in motivation and apply my knowledge in teaching

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I find out about my learners needs and interests and I build this into my planning.




I am knowledgeable about learning styles and individual learner differences and how to plan for these.




I plan my lessons to reflect the different cognitive processes involved in learning.




I encourage my learners to reflect on their learning.




I encourage learners to become independent and build learner training and strategies into lessons.





Methodology : I am familiar with different teaching approaches and am able to select the most appropriate approach for achieving learning outcomes

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I have a range of techniques to encourage participation and stimulate discussion.




I know how to use a range of resources, materials, technology to create positive learning experiences




I use different assessment tools to assess learners and provide them with constructive feedback.




I have an effective system for recording learners’ work and performance.




I us a range of correction techniques for different types of classroom activities




I use English throughout the lesson.





Syllabus and lesson planning : I am able to plan lessons and develop courses effectively.

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I know how to select and discard items from the textbook based on relevance to my learners.




I know how to vary lesson plan components for different types of lesson objectives.




I can design materials and activities which meet my learners’ needs and interests.




I know how and where to locate teaching resources.




My planning takes into consideration potential learning problems and ways of dealing with these.




I plan my lessons to ensure balance and variety.








 

 

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