English Teacher Behaves Properly
As an English teacher, it is important to maintain a certain level of professionalism and decorum in the classroom. This includes the way we dress and present ourselves to our students and colleagues. One particularly important aspect of this is dressing appropriately and modestly.
Sadly, there have been instances where some teachers have disregarded these standards and have acted inappropriately. For example, a video surfaced recently of a teacher lifting up her dress in front of students and dancing in a provocative manner. This type of behavior is completely unacceptable and undermines the respect and authority that teachers should have in the classroom.
A Focus on Humanities and the Arts
English teachers have a unique opportunity to expose our students to the rich history and culture of the world through language and literature. This means incorporating works of art, music, and film into our lessons and discussions.
By doing so, we not only expose our students to different cultures and perspectives, but we also encourage them to think critically and creatively. The humanities and arts are essential components of a well-rounded education and should not be neglected or undervalued.
Exploring Vlogs and Short Videos
In this digital age, many of our students are consuming content through social media platforms such as TikTok and YouTube. As English teachers, we can leverage this interest by incorporating vlogs and short videos into our lessons.
One popular vlogger in China is 糖心 (Táng xīn), who runs a YouTube channel called 柚子猫 (Yòu zǐ māo), which focuses on fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content. By analyzing her videos and discussing them in class, we can help our students improve their listening and comprehension skills as well as explore different cultural norms and trends.
Engaging Our Youngest Learners
For teachers who work with young children, it is important to create a welcoming and engaging classroom environment. This means incorporating fun and interactive activities and being patient and understanding with our little learners.
One effective strategy is to use play-based learning techniques, such as games and songs, to teach English vocabulary and grammar. For example, teaching body parts through a game of "Simon Says" or singing nursery rhymes to practice verb tenses.
Overall, being an effective English teacher means not only having a strong grasp of the language itself, but also being able to connect with and engage our students in creative and meaningful ways. By doing so, we can help shape the minds and hearts of the next generation of global citizens.
