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Durban, South Africa
Hello, my name is Venessa and I am a certified TEFL Native Tutor. I have 2 years of experience teaching English online to foreign students. I am certified to teach from Beginner to... Read more
Each student has different needs in learning the language. I will analyze each student's English level individually, preparing a lesson according to the student's request or set cl... Read more
University of Kwa Zulu natal
Teaches new vocabulary on Restaurants and eating out o...
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Understanding the topic is of utmost Importance. Brainstorming a particular topic. Organizing the ideas into an introduction, a body and a conclusion. The use of topic related vocabulary, synonyms and suitable adjectives, adverbs and Tenses such as Present, Past and Future tenses.
grammar is the foundation of the language. Listen closely to how your student speaks , sentence formations then assess which part of grammar needs help. Introduce new vocabulary with correct spelling and the correct use in a sentence.
Correct pronunciation where needed. The proper use of punctuation during reading makes a world of difference to the listener. So the correct use of puntuation is also an important part of fluency.
Always ask for the students point of view. As a teacher we need to guide the student with appropriate questions to stimulate the thinking process of literature. Teach commonly used Figures of speech to show the differences between normal thinking and that which is used in literature.
Say the word that is giving the student problems. Show the how to correctly use the word. Each alaphbet in English has its own speacial way of saying it. It makes a world of difference when used correctly. Be patient with the student. No rush.. Encourage Practising, because Practice makes perfect.
Teach them to choose a focal point in front of then. Look at that point not the people in front and deliver the speech. It takes pratice, but encourage this routine for public speaking.
Yes for example Present simple Tense< can be confusing to those who are new to learning English. Use examples from the students everyday routines and even the use of pictures will enhance the students understanding. I have used this many times with great success with my students.
make the lesson fun and interesting. Use pictures to illustrate concepts of English. The use of songs and Rhyme also motivates students to want to learn more.
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Always ask if the student if they have certain worksheets relevant to the topics. If not do your homework as a teacher . You will know beforehand what the student needs help with, So get appropraite material and work with this.
This depends on whether the students are children or adults. Children need much more brightly coloured worksheets, videos and activites that require then to be actively involved in the classroom. Adults need life related aspects to keep them engaged. Keep them involved in the lesson. Give them a chance to speak and feel important.
Yes, I have helped many students who needs to prepare for exams.
Yes, this involves homework as well. It must be a continuation and a refresh of what was taught in class.
Yes, I have had students who needed help with these exams. The results were very positive indeed.
Yes, its good that students read level appropriate reading material. this encourages the growth of Englsih fluency.
Worksheets with appropiate vocabulary, business phrasal verbs, the use of English in an office environment, Speaking in formal English, and showing the difference between formal and informal speaking and writing emails.
Demonstrate in class with the devices and offer help when needed...or ask if the stuent understand the devices and how it works.
It great for students to write what they think. Its a great learning point. Many parts of corrections can be rectified in this way and encourages a new way for the student to think and write
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