Teaching in Challenging Circumstances

Description

This book is an essential resource for teachers who work in challenging circumstances, which might include formal education systems in the developing or developed world and informal or non-formal teaching in areas with growing numbers of refugees or displaced people. It draws on academic and professional research to provide practical advice that will help teachers address concerns including teaching large classes, working with limited resources and supporting learners who have experienced interrupted education and who may be suffering from trauma. It offers suggestions for creating a positive learning environment and implementing effective teaching practice, and discusses the importance of resilience and wellbeing. Each chapter contains key takeaways, relevant case studies and classroom-ready teaching tips and the book also includes opportunities for teachers to reflect on their own knowledge and experience and develop their resilience and ability. Cover Page Halftitle Page Series Information Title Page Copyright Page Contents Thanks Acknowledgements Introduction I Creating a good environment for language learning 1 Teaching in your situation 2 Creating a safe classroom 3 Creating an inclusive classroom 4 Making your teaching student-focused II Being effective in the classroom 5 Planning lessons 6 Managing lessons 7 Teaching inexperienced students 8 Using different languages III Teaching large classes 9 Managing the seating arrangements 10 Managing mixed-ability classes 11 Managing mixed-age classes 12 Learning outside the classroom IV Teaching language skills and systems 13 Teaching receptive skills 14 Teaching productive skills 15 Teaching grammar 16 Teaching vocabulary V Teaching language without textbooks 17 Creating your own resources 18 Using the local environment 19 Using technology effectively VI Teaching language with textbooks 20 Understanding textbooks 21 Managing textbook bias 22 Supplementing textbooks VII Helping students achieve their potential 23 Motivating and empowering students 24 Checking what students have learned 25 Creating assessments 26 Helping students perform well in exams VIII Linking the school to the outside world 27 Involving parents and guardians 28 Involving the local community 29 Bringing the outside world into the classroom IX Supporting yourself and others 30 Caring for your students and for yourself 31 Reflecting on your own teaching 32 Accessing development opportunities Glossary Index