Teaching to different age groups

Teaching Teenagers

Unlike children and adults, teenagers may not be as motivated to learn English. They can view the class as simply another subject that they have to take rather than something they truly wish to learn. Therefore, it is good to build a rapport with your students and try to make your classes as engaging as possible with games. This also means that your students’ level of English will vary according to class and you should tailor your lesson to match the level of each class.

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      Establish a rapport with your students and get to know them on a personal level.
  
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      Play age-appropriate games
  
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      Teach age-appropriate slang
  
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      Remember that teenagers have started to care more about what others think
  
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      Make the class relatable; what do the students enjoy doing in their spare time? Discuss these topics in English to help expand their vocabulary.