It can be hard to teach spoken English to a class of new students or your own child.Break your lessons into segments that are easy to understand for beginners.Use flash cards and exercises to guide your students through easy lessons and conversations.In your own lessons, use effective gestures to remind your students about the importance of body language.You will be pleasantly surprised at the progress that both you and your students can make when you build a productive learning environment.
Step 1: You can create a lesson plan with basic topics.
Before you teach any new lessons, you need to decide what you want to teach.A list of important topics to cover can be created with a blank sheet of paper or a document in a word processor.Simple sentence structure, simple and compound sentences, and basic vocabulary are easy to teach.Pick topics that are easy to understand.While parts of speech are important in the English language, young or new speakers don't know what words mean.It is easy to ask someone about another person's weekend in a classroom.
Step 2: Practice and discuss pronunciation techniques.
Students should be encouraged to listen as you speak.The students should be told to repeat these words after you.It's important to focus on vowels and letters that sound different in the alphabet.If you want to help with the learning process, record the students speaking and then play the recording back.Pay special attention to words that are pronounced differently, like rat and rate.Students can say words that are similar in spelling, like pin and pen.
Step 3: Use specific verbs and vocabulary in your lessons.
Don't try to teach too many words at the same time.Students might not grasp the topic if they feel overwhelmed.During each class period, focus on a small topic.Do, make, go, and play are common verbs.It is possible to develop a lesson plan ahead of time.English lessons will benefit from structure even if you are teaching informally.Try to keep your lessons short and to the point.These segments can be used to educate your child.
Step 4: Discuss how toconjugate with simple verbs.
Simple verbs like past, present, and future should be the focus of the lessons.The English language has a lot of exceptions and rules, so don't mention them to beginners right away.If you find an irregular word, explain how it works in the sentence.The same word is used to explain the verbs.Play follows the past, present, and future structure in a way that is easy to understand.
Step 5: Speak compound and simple sentences.
Explain the different elements of English sentence structure to your students first.A compound sentence includes 2 subjects and 2 verbs, while a simple sentence only has 1 subject and 1 verb.Students should be included in your example of each sentence type."Sally goes to school" is a simple sentence.A compound sentence is "Sally likes math, but John likes science."Your students should be aware of compound sentences that connect words like "and" and "but".
Step 6: The student can apply new knowledge through interactive activities.
A sample conversation should focus on topics that your student can act on.If you want your students to feel realistic, invite them to stand up and participate in a practice conversation.If you are practicing store scenarios, have one student be a shopkeeper and the other be the customer.2 students could pretend to ask for directions.One student should ask how to get to a gas station.Instruct the other student to say things like right and left.
Step 7: Each new lesson should have flash cards for it.
An effective study routine can be created by using color index cards and permanent markers.On one side of the card, highlight the terms and phrases that relate to the current lesson.To serve as a definition, use pictures and symbols on the other side of the flash card.The native language of your students is on the other side of the flash card.
Step 8: Discuss the differences between formal and informal language.
Students use casual words and sentences when talking to friends and family.When speaking with strangers and acquaintances, state how they use formal words.As you explain the difference, mention that formal language is important when you are speaking with adults and new friends.You can use a sample dialogue to explain the differences.You could say good evening.As an example of formal language, how has your day been?Informal language can be used as an example.Students should be reminded that they use informal language when talking to their friends.
Step 9: Students should not use vague language.
A list of vague, unhelpful terms can be provided with flash cards or another visual cue.Provide examples of specific language they can use in conversation, then create an example dialogue or scenario for them to follow.If your students use vague language, make sure to point it out and correct it.Explain how vague the words "stuff" and "thing" are in a conversation.In a store setting, tell your students that "I'd like to buy that pencil" is a lot more helpful and specific.
Step 10: The initiate, respond, follow-up model is how to teach your students.
You can help your students initiate a new topic by guiding them through the flow of a casual conversation.The students should be reminded to give an answer.Help the beginning English speakers by asking a follow-up question.Continue this model until your students get used to it.Try to have 2 students talk about the weekend.The second student can respond to the first student by asking how their weekend went.
Step 11: There's a difference between interactional and transactional language.
Students should be reminded that the regular conversations they have with friends, family members, or acquaintances are not the same as the transactions they make at stores and restaurants.Students can see the difference if they set up sample dialogues.A good example of an interactional conversation is this.A good example of a transactional conversation is this: "Excuse me!"How much will a slice of pizza cost?
Step 12: Pair your students with each other to practice.
If you teach more than one student, encourage them to learn from each other.Provide a prompt for a conversation after assigning different roles to each person.Students can role play these conversations to get a better learning experience.You can pretend that the cash register is at a fast food restaurant.One student should be the fast food worker and the other student the customer.If students can move around in the classroom, they might be more engaged.
Step 13: While you teach, change your facial expression.
Sprinkle in some personality and fun elements to prevent your lessons from being boring.Brainstorm ways to make your lessons more emotional.If you act engaged in the classroom, your students are more likely to do the same.If you are teaching your students about different responses to conversations, you can use facial expressions to help.It is possible to say something like "Yes, I'd be happy to do that!" and be accompanied by a big smile.
Step 14: Students should be encouraged to act out different scenarios.
Students should not be forced to stay in 1 place while you teach them new concepts.Try to recreate real-world scenarios, like a restaurant setting or a visit to a store.Students can experiment with different questions if you switch up the roles.If you are practicing with your child, ask which role they would like to do first.As you practice different conversations, continue to switch off.
Step 15: Make your lessons more dynamic by using effective gestures.
Think of ways to make vocabulary lessons easier for your students.As you go, use large, exaggerated motions to make your point, as this will be much more engaging for the students.Encourage your students to use large, dramatic hand motions when they speak.Large hand gestures can be helpful in a lesson.If you want to demonstrate a person's height, extend and lower your arms.
Step 16: Help your students watch a video.
Sample conversations videos can be found online.If relevant, focus on channels with content geared toward children.You can teach your students to observe the different behaviors and gestures of the speakers in the video by playing it once or twice.Explain the gestures to your students and show them how to use them.In a video detailing a basic greeting, the actors might wave their hands to say hello and goodbye.
Step 17: Discuss the dos and don'ts of physical contact in a conversation.
Depending on the age and culture of your students, you may need to dedicate a separate lesson to personal space.You should not stand right next to a person, but you should have at least 2 ft (0.61 m) of space to spare.Students can practice with a few example conversations.Don't chastise your students if you notice they are standing too close to each other.Point out what they are doing wrong and how they can improve.
Step 18: Constant communication is more important than correct answers.
At the beginning of each lesson, remind your students that practice is most important.It is okay to make mistakes while you are learning how to speak a new language, as long as you explain how it is a process of trial and error.Creating a welcoming environment will make your students feel more comfortable.Students should be challenged during each lesson.You can always help them if they say something wrong.
Step 19: Each lesson should have ground rules.
To create a respectful and engaging environment, remind students to be polite and courteous to the instructor.Encourage your students to raise their hand when they have a question.If you want your students to stick to the ground rules, you can have the students sign an agreement.The learning environment will be less productive if your students are rude.
Step 20: The student should be encouraged to take part in their lessons.
Pay attention to students who are not as active.Encourage these individuals to answer questions throughout the lesson by inviting them to take part in practice conversations.It does not mean that students are bored if they are not participating in a lesson.They may be having a hard time understanding the lesson.
Step 21: The student should be given plenty of time to practice.
Pupils shouldn't expect to memorize new vocabulary and topics right away.They can develop a solid foundation by drilling them with flash cards and other practice exercises.If you have moved on to different lessons, keep reviewing the same topics for weeks and months.Improving spoken English can be improved by repetition and practice.
Step 22: You can use your own experiences to teach.
When did you first learn English?Try and remember the fun and engaging aspects of your lessons, even if you don't have any recent memories.Adding scenarios from your own journey as an English speaker will help you practice.If you lose your luggage at the airport, make a sample practice conversation for students to practice.One student should be the airport staff member and another the traveler.