How to Tell if Your Child's Language Teacher is a Perfect Match (or a Mismatch!)
- Miss Marilena
- Jun 1, 2023
- 3 min read
As a parent, you want your child to have the best education possible, and that includes learning a second language. However, not all language teachers are created equal, and finding the right fit for your child can be tricky. Here are five key points to consider when determining if your child's language teacher is the correct fit for them:
Your child should be excited before and after an English lesson. The teacher's goal should always be learning in a fun way.
1. Does the teacher make learning fun?
One of the most important things to consider is whether the teacher makes learning fun. Children are more likely to retain information and enjoy the learning process if they are engaged and having fun. For example, does the teacher use games, songs, or other interactive activities to keep students interested? Does your child come home excited about what they learned in class?
2. Is the teacher patient and encouraging?
Learning a new language can be challenging, especially for young children. A good language teacher should be patient and encouraging, helping students feel comfortable making mistakes and asking questions. For example, does the teacher take the time to help struggling students, or do they get frustrated and give up quickly? Does your child feel comfortable asking the teacher for help?
3. Does the teacher have experience with children?
Teaching children requires a different approach than teaching adults. Children need to be engaged and motivated in different ways, and a good language teacher should have experience working with children. For example, does the teacher use age-appropriate materials and activities? Does the teacher use a variety of teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles? Some children experience learning difficulties such as dyslexia or ADHD, is the teacher experienced with such a thing?
Some children experience learning difficulties such as dyslexia or ADHD, is the teacher experienced enough to deal with it?
4.Is the teacher knowledgeable and passionate about the language?
A good language teacher should have a strong knowledge of the language they are teaching, as well as a passion for it. This enthusiasm can be contagious and help motivate students to learn more. For example, does the teacher speak the language fluently? Do they have a cultural understanding of the language beyond just grammar and vocabulary?
5. Do you see progress in your child's language skills?
Ultimately, the most important indicator of whether a language teacher is the right fit for your child is whether you see progress in your child's language skills. This progress can be measured in different ways, such as improved pronunciation, increased vocabulary, or better comprehension. For example, has your child started using new words or phrases in everyday conversations? Have they shown improvement on language tests or assignments?
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Nice post! Very useful