Classroom Management Flashcards
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What is 'positive reinforcement' in the TEFL classroom context?
Answer: Acknowledging and rewarding desired behaviours or correct language to encourage repetition
Positive reinforcement (praise, encouragement, rewards) increases the likelihood that students will repeat desired behaviours or language use.
What does 'nominating' mean in classroom interaction?
Answer: Specifically selecting a student to respond to a question or contribute to discussion
Nominating (calling on a specific student) ensures equitable participation and keeps all learners attentive.
A teacher uses 'open pairs' in class. What does this mean?
Answer: Two students practise while the rest of the class watches and listens
In open pairs, one pair demonstrates or practises while the whole class observes — useful for modelling tasks before closed pair work.
What is an 'information gap' activity?
Answer: A task where partners each hold different information and must communicate to complete the task
Information gap activities create genuine communication need because each student has different information the other needs to complete the task.
How should a TEFL teacher handle a consistently disruptive student?
Answer: Address the issue privately, set clear expectations, and involve the school if needed
Professional management involves private conversation first, clear boundaries, and escalation through official channels if behaviour continues.
What is the purpose of using 'gesture cues' during a TEFL lesson?
Answer: To reduce TTT by communicating instructions or corrections non-verbally
Gesture cues (pointing to the board, counting on fingers, using hand signals) allow teachers to manage activities and signal corrections without speaking.