Module teaching and integrating language skills lesson 1

MODULE 2 TEACHER’S PRESENCE IN THE CLASSROOM LESSON LESSON 26
Theme: Teacher’s physical presence in class
Lead-in (10 min)

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  Call two Ss for being a teacher and ask them to act by the instruction given in Handout 1
  

Ask students the following questions:

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  Describe the teacher’s physical presence and compare them.
  

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  What do you think what part of teaching these behaviors belong to?
  

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  Elicit random answers.
  
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  Teacher’s physical presence is classroom language. “Presence” is a vague term, but learning how to have presence, or build on what you already possess, could create a more harmonious and effective classroom and strengthen your relationship with your learners. Broadly, the word means being able to use your personality and body to command attention. Which means you should not act as actors but, as public speakers and communicators, you should develop your interpersonal skills.
  
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  The following behaviors belong to classroom language
  

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  Body language
  
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  Voice
  
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  Creating an English environment
  
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  The language of the classroom
  
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  Questioning
  
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  Giving instruction
  
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  Giving oral feedback
  
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  The use of L1