| username |
local date |
status |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:01 |
Hello all #ELTchat folk! Great to see you after our summer break - please join us to talk abt strategies for starting courses |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:01 |
RT @Marisa_C: Hello all #ELTchat folk! Great to see you after our summer break - please join us to talk abt strategies for starting courses |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:01 |
Hello all #eltchat |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:02 |
Welcome back #ELTchat @Marisa_C and all! |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:02 |
Good post w/ links to new class activities from @LizziePinard http://t.co/VocgFFGVJk [& yes my post is there;)] #eltchat |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:02 |
RT @Shaunwilden: Hello all #eltchat - & hi from me as well :-) |
| BobK99 |
09/11/2013 12:02 |
Ready(ish) for #ELTchat, but having Tweetdeck problem. Hope I'll be joining you all soon. ;-) |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:02 |
and hello everyone :) #eltchat |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:02 |
Hello. Welcome back #eltchat |
| GemL1 |
09/11/2013 20:02 |
Hi all, good to be back #eltchat |
| ELTchat |
09/11/2013 13:03 |
@esolcourses @ManosSY @teflerinha @cioccas @Shaunwilden @LizziePinard @BobK99 @teacherphili :-) #ELTchat welcomes you |
| jo_sayers |
09/11/2013 14:03 |
Hi #eltchat will try join in if I can! |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:03 |
@GemL1 #eltchat welcome :-) |
| Alwayscharlie |
09/11/2013 13:03 |
Hi everyone!!! #eltchat |
| MicaelaCarey |
09/11/2013 13:03 |
Hi everyone! Ready for another great #eltchat! |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:03 |
And welcome to first time #ELTchat -ter @teacherkristina |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:04 |
#eltchat Forgotten how to use tweedeck over the summer.. |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:04 |
RT @teflerinha Good post w/ links to new class activities from @LizziePinard http://t.co/0T0dyPOixs [& yes my post is there;)] #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:04 |
Good to see you all again, if you're new and need any help message me or @Marisa_C #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:04 |
@jo_sayers #eltchat hey Jo @Alwayscharlie @MicaelaCarey @cioccas @teacherkristina great to be back - I could keep saying that for an hour |
| teacherkristina |
09/11/2013 18:04 |
@cioccas #eltchat thanks again, Lesley! |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:04 |
@teflerinha Yes know the feeling, had to take time to remember how we did #eltchat this morning :-) |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:04 |
Welcome Kristina. #eltchat |
| teacherkristina |
09/11/2013 18:04 |
And hello everyone #eltchat |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:04 |
Hi to all #eltchat chatters from Portugal. |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:05 |
MT @Shaunwilden: Good to see you all again, if you're new and need any help message @Shaunwilden or @Marisa_C #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:05 |
HI all #eltchat good to be back again! |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:05 |
RT @Shaunwilden: Good to see you all again, if you're new and need any help message me or @Shaunwilden #eltchat moderators |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:05 |
@teflgeek hey good to see you #eltchat |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:05 |
Hi @Paul_Driver Nice to see you here. #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:05 |
I have blogged about my experiences of a first lesson with a group of Chinese young learners (http://t.co/NQz3I9Jg2l) #ELTChat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:05 |
RT @ELTExperiences: I have blogged about my experiences of a first lesson with a group of Chinese young learners (http://t.co/NQz3I9Jg2l) #… |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:06 |
RT @ELTExperiences: I have blogged about my experiences of a first lesson with a group of Chinese young learners (http://t.co/NQz3I9Jg2l) #… |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:06 |
@ELTExperiences Ah! I will be doing exactly that this time next week hopefully. #eltchat #firstlesson |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:06 |
@ELTExperiences #eltchat @Paul_Driver @teacherkristina welcome welcome - a good crowd has gathered let's get going |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:06 |
So Strategies teachers needed to kick off a new course; Ideas for ice breakers, engaging & motivating #eltchat |
| ELTchat |
09/11/2013 13:07 |
RT @Shaunwilden: So Strategies teachers needed to kick off a new course; Ideas for ice breakers, engaging & motivating #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:07 |
RT @Shaunwilden: So Strategies teachers needed to kick off a new course; Ideas for ice breakers, engaging & motivating #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:07 |
@Marisa_C @Paul_Driver @teacherkristina looking forward to be back to #ELTChat |
| MicaelaCarey |
09/11/2013 13:07 |
RT @teflerinha Good post w/ links to new class activities from @LizziePinard …http://t.co/4n2v0u2PtW … #eltchat |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:07 |
RT @Shaunwilden: So Strategies teachers needed to kick off a new course; Ideas for ice breakers, engaging & motivating #eltchat |
| elawassell |
09/11/2013 12:07 |
Hello everybody! #ELTchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:07 |
Strategy 1: Start as you mean to go on! #eltchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:07 |
RT @MicaelaCarey: RT @teflerinha Good post w/ links to new class activities from @LizziePinard …http://t.co/4n2v0u2PtW … #eltchat |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:08 |
I like to start off with an activity about names - good icebreaker & helps me learn Ss names. Ideas here: http://t.co/GfwAus2nMI #ELTchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:08 |
#eltchat I still get a bit nervous when teaching a new class, even after 20 ahem years. |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:08 |
Shall we kick off perhaps by braistorming a menu/list of areas? e.g. Needs Analysis, Icebreakers, Rules & by-laws #ELTchat - any more? |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:08 |
RT @cioccas: I like to start off with an activity about names - good icebreaker & helps me learn Ss names. Ideas here: http://t.co/GfwAus2n… |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:08 |
RT @MicaelaCarey: RT @teflerinha Good post w/ links to new class activities from @LizziePinard …http://t.co/4n2v0u2PtW … #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:08 |
RT @cioccas: I like to start off with an activity about names - helps me learn Ss names. A few ideas here: http://t.co/MSkBL0qNU4 #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:08 |
@Marisa_C Letting them get to know a bit about you? #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:09 |
The first thing I like to do is get to know my learners (names, interests, etc). I do this by needs analysis and just chatting. #ELTChat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:09 |
@Marisa_C routines and systems? #eltchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:09 |
Life saver strategy: DON'T reinvent the wheel!!! #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:09 |
@teflgeek @teflerinha yes yes #eltchat |
| jo_sayers |
09/11/2013 14:09 |
@Shaunwilden Remembering names might be a good one to start with #eltchat |
| teacherkristina |
09/11/2013 18:10 |
Taking photos of Ss (big classes) with their names - can be used later for @edmodo #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:10 |
I like to put an A4 piece of paper on students back with the heading "What I think about you" and get learners to write adjectives. #ELTChat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:10 |
@jo_sayers @Shaunwilden #eltchat yes, remembering their names builds rapport like nothing else I find |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:10 |
RT @teflgeek: Strategy 1: Start as you mean to go on! #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:10 |
@jo_sayers @Shaunwilden get the students to make personalised name cards for their desks as a memory aid #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:10 |
http://t.co/VgCPBZfNT9 #ELTchat |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:10 |
My students had to track me down in the city centre using smartphone GPS and introduce themselves #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:10 |
@teacherkristina Nice idea though taking photos of Kids might be cause issues #eltchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:10 |
RT @Paul_Driver: My students had to track me down in the city centre using smartphone GPS and introduce themselves #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:11 |
@teflgeek @jo_sayers @Shaunwilden #eltchat I don't like name cards personally as then I get lazy & don't learn them |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:11 |
You could then see what students think about other students and what characters you have in class, review language and adjectives. #ELTChat |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:11 |
RT @teacherkristina Taking photos of Ss (big classes) with their names - can be used later for @edmodo #eltchat < Good idea! |
| teacherkristina |
09/11/2013 18:11 |
@Shaunwilden #eltchat True, so far I haven't taught YL, didn't think of that |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:11 |
@Paul_Driver Is that true? I wouldn't be surprised. #ELTchat |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:11 |
@teflerinha @teflgeek @jo_sayers @Shaunwilden Same here, I'm better without names cards #eltchat |
| nroberts88 |
09/11/2013 11:11 |
@teflerinha I write 6 sentences on the board about myself. ss work out which are T/F then get the ss to do it for themselves. #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:11 |
@ELTExperiences great idea for a mature class or one where trust already there - unruly teens or kids? #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:11 |
@teflerinha with a large group for the first few weeks it can be usful #eltchat or I make notes in the register (tall / curly hair etc) |
| wellmichelle |
09/11/2013 11:11 |
Everyone is a bit nervous in the first class, so I put myself in the spotlight first,Ss have to find out what they can about me #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:12 |
I am rubbish with student names and have to continuously repeat their names. They find this funny and I play around with pron. #ELTChat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:12 |
RT @nroberts88: @teflerinha I write 6 sentences on the board about myself. ss work out which are T/F then get the ss to do it for themselve… |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:12 |
@teacherphili #eltchat True. |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:12 |
@wellmichelle #eltchat Yes, I do this. Get them to guess what's in my handbag! |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:12 |
@teflgeek very good point! Work issues like timekeeping, study skills, expectations about behaviour etc, into lesson activities #eltchat |
| elawassell |
09/11/2013 12:12 |
@Shaunwilden @teacherkristina At our school we had a policy about taking photos of the children - parents agreement. #ELTchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:12 |
@Marisa_C I like to use this activity with adults and teenagers. Not ideal for unruly kids though. #ELTChat |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:12 |
RT @Shaunwilden: RT @cioccas: I like to start off with an activity about names - helps me learn Ss names. A few ideas here: http://t.co/MS… |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:13 |
@teflgeek Yes, I make these notes too- careful what i say though! ;) #eltchat |
| jo_sayers |
09/11/2013 14:13 |
@teflerinha @teflgeek @Shaunwilden Games with social media profiles is a good way of getting personal info #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:13 |
@ELTExperiences I am one of those unruly kids and would have wreaked havoc :-D #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:13 |
@esolcourses best place to start learner training is at the beginning! #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:13 |
@jo_sayers @teflerinha @teflgeek Such as? #eltchat |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:13 |
RT @AlexandraKouk: Life saver strategy: DON'T reinvent the wheel!!! Absolutely - teachers have enough to do @ start of term :-) #eltchat |
| GemL1 |
09/11/2013 20:13 |
similarly to @nroberts88 I draw a star with 6 things about me on and Ss ask yes/no Qs to guess what these things mean to me. #eltchat 1/2 |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:13 |
First lesson that I like to do is writing up three to five sentences about me with one sentence that is false. Sts guess True/False #ELTChat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:14 |
RT @teflgeek: @esolcourses best place to start learner training is at the beginning! #eltchat - absolutely - start on day ONE! |
| teacherkristina |
09/11/2013 18:14 |
#eltchat For 1:1 I bring in some realia or photos and let the students guess what they mean to me & why |
| GemL1 |
09/11/2013 20:14 |
Ss then do the same in a speed dating activity #eltchat 2/2 |
| elawassell |
09/11/2013 12:14 |
Sort of "Would I lie to you" activity. Or you put 3 sentences on the WB and one of then is a lie - SS have to guess which one. #ELTchat |
| wellmichelle |
09/11/2013 11:14 |
@teflerinha that's a good idea,I put things connected with me in some way on the board,ss ask questions to find out the connection #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:14 |
@jo_sayers fake facebook profiles printed out and stuck up round the room #eltchat |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:14 |
@elawassell @Shaunwilden @teacherkristina I've only worked with adults, but need their agreement too. #ELTchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:14 |
Then repeat the same for students to write true and false sentences. Very personal and engaging. #ELTChat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:14 |
Some great ideas for ice-breakers and team building always always in J Hadfield's book Classroom Dynamics #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:14 |
@wellmichelle #eltchat Also nice activity. Handbag feels a bit secret though, so engaging (but I check it 1st!) |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:15 |
@Shaunwilden fake facebook profiles printed out and stuck up round the room #eltchat |
| jo_sayers |
09/11/2013 14:15 |
@Shaunwilden @teflerinha @teflgeek SS write 'profiles' on paper (or tablets etc.) and then put around the room. Qs and then share #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:15 |
RT @Marisa_C: Some great ideas for ice-breakers and team building always always in J Hadfield's book Classroom Dynamics #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:15 |
If you are stuck for ideas for first lessons, look at "Teaching Unplugged" for some inspiration #ELTChat |
| wellmichelle |
09/11/2013 11:16 |
@teflerinha must work great with teens, must give it a try #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:16 |
For Ts of teens or younger a poster with class rules - makes a nice project too & solves discipline issues later #eltchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:16 |
RT @Marisa_C: For Ts of teens or younger a poster with class rules - makes a nice project too & solves discipline issues later #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:16 |
@Marisa_C this is great for those studying for extended periods but not so suitable for short courses. #ELTChat |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:16 |
RT @teflgeek: @jo_sayers @Shaunwilden get the students to make personalised name cards for their desks as a memory aid #eltchat ] also good! |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:17 |
RT @esolcourses: RT @teflgeek: @jo_sayers @Shaunwilden get the students to make personalised name cards for their desks as a memory aid #el… |
| LeavUrImge2FDP |
09/11/2013 04:17 |
@Marisa_C Have students create and share compelling titles for their autobiography and explain how title applies. #ELTchat |
| GemL1 |
09/11/2013 20:17 |
4 YLs write 3 likes & dislikes on paper then making a paper airplane/ snowball, throw round room then find the owner of new paper #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:17 |
Are first lessons different between adult learners and young learners? If so, how different are they? #ELTChat |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:17 |
RT @jo_sayers: @teflerinha @teflgeek @Shaunwilden Games with social media profiles is a good way of getting personal info #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:17 |
RT @LeavUrImge2FDP: Have students create and share compelling titles for their autobiography and explain how title applies. #ELTchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:18 |
RT @ELTExperiences: Are first lessons different between adult learners and young learners? If so, how different are they? #ELTChat > good Q! |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:18 |
RT @AlexandraKouk: RT @ELTExperiences: Are first lessons different between adult learners and young learners? If so, how different are they… |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:18 |
RT @Shaunwilden: @Marisa_C Yes contracts (of rules) is a good first lesson, especially if sts involved in negotiating the rules #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:18 |
@ELTExperiences #eltchat Yes, think adults and YLs v different. Essential to set up routines w YLs |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:18 |
RT @Shaunwilden: RT @Shaunwilden: @Marisa_C Yes contracts (of rules) is a good first lesson, especially if sts involved in negotiating the … |
| GemL1 |
09/11/2013 20:18 |
RT @LeavUrImge2FDP Have students create and share compelling titles for their autobiography and explain how title applies #ELTchat nice idea |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:19 |
@ELTExperiences different issues for adults and YLs I'd say #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:19 |
@Marisa_C @LeavUrImge2FDP oo thats a new one for me, like it :-) #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:19 |
RT @Shaunwilden: RT @Shaunwilden: @Marisa_C Yes contracts (of rules) is a good first lesson, especially if sts involved in negotiating the … |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:19 |
@ELTExperiences less colouring & more content. #eltchat |
| nroberts88 |
09/11/2013 11:19 |
@Marisa_C a class contract works well, T must do this ss must do that and get everyone to sign it and stick it on the wall #eltchat |
| MicaelaCarey |
09/11/2013 13:19 |
RT YLs write 3 likes & dislikes on paper then making a paper airplane,throw round room, find the owner of new paper #eltchat @GemL1 Love it! |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:19 |
@teflgeek @ELTExperiences #eltchat Like it! Very succinct. |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:19 |
@teflerinha @Marisa_C @teflgeek Are YLs needing more routine for classroom management purposes compared to adult learners? #ELTChat |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:19 |
First writing task for my int+ adult Ss is usually 3 paras: 1 about your past, 1 present, 1 future, related to work/study #ELTchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:19 |
RT @teflgeek: @ELTExperiences less colouring & more content. #eltchat |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:19 |
Any ideas for using QR codes or AR? Perhaps a scan and match activity with some personal background info? #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:20 |
@MicaelaCarey @GemL1 I saw this done in a class not long ago, worked really well #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:20 |
@nroberts88 like it too - just make it more visual and simple for younger and lower levels #ELTchat |
| BobK99 |
09/11/2013 12:20 |
I always had sm enough cl to make remembering names not a prob. Sometimes I got names wrong intentionally - to get Ss talking #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:20 |
@ELTExperiences @teflerinha @Marisa_C Yes, I think so, but routines come from continual application, not just first lesson #eltchat |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:20 |
A fun tech-based "getting to know you" lesson by @kalinagoenglish - "Who's your googlegänger? http://t.co/5F05Wa6oC2 #eltchat |
| GemL1 |
09/11/2013 20:20 |
@ELTExperiences yes in my experience YLs esp teens require more ice breaking activities and more focus on class rules / procedures. #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:20 |
@ELTExperiences @Marisa_C @teflgeek IMHO kids need routines 2 know where they are, to feel settled as well as for T to manage class #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:20 |
@teflgeek @teflerinha @Marisa_C set the foundations for best practice with young learners and then everything will fall into place. #ELTChat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:20 |
@Paul_Driver Would they work so well in an actual first lesson? When you might not know sts phone capabilities? #eltchat |
| bigiork |
09/11/2013 13:20 |
RT @cioccas: I like to start off with an activity about names - good icebreaker & helps me learn Ss names. Ideas here: http://t.co/GfwAus2n… |
| bigiork |
09/11/2013 13:21 |
RT @ELTExperiences: I have blogged about my experiences of a first lesson with a group of Chinese young learners (http://t.co/NQz3I9Jg2l) #… |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:21 |
@teflgeek Good point - we are not talking about 1st lesson only here but EARLY days for setting up systems & then MAINTAINING #eltchat |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:21 |
hmmm @Paul_Driver would be interested to see how tech (eg QR codes) used in first lessons #eltchat - perhaps, second lesson? |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:21 |
RT @Marisa_C: @teflgeek Good point - we are not talking about 1st lesson only here but EARLY days for setting up systems & then MAINTAINING… |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:21 |
@teflgeek @ELTExperiences @Marisa_C #eltchat Yes, absolutely. |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:21 |
@ELTExperiences @teflerinha @Marisa_C but adults like the safety and comfort of routine as well, but easier to mix things up a bit #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:21 |
@teflerinha @Marisa_C @teflgeek but don't adults also need some form of routine, especially for their first lesson? #ELTChat |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:22 |
RT @esolcourses A fun tech-based "getting to know you" lesson by @kalinagoenglish -"Who's your googlegänger? http://t.co/zftFvGi3an #eltchat |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:22 |
#eltchat, I can't speak 4 YL but adults need to feel as though they are part of the process, not only recipients. They aren't "students". |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:22 |
@ELTExperiences but how will they know what the routine is in the first lesson? #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:22 |
@ELTExperiences @Marisa_C @teflgeek #eltchat Evry1 likes 2 have some idea what to expect, but more central 4 YLs |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:22 |
What about when you are drafted in as new teacher in an established class who have already got used to another teacher? #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:22 |
@teflgeek @teflerinha @Marisa_C I also feel that YLs enjoy the experience of (organised) chaos in the classroom and creates a buzz #ELTChat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:22 |
@ELTExperiences Routines more important to YLs, usu; with adults I would do a sampling of activs - How we'll work #eltchat and WHY |
| LeavUrImge2FDP |
09/11/2013 04:22 |
@Marisa_C Ask students, "If you had 2 create a Twitter handle that describes your learning style, what would it be?" #eltchat #icebreaker |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:23 |
works well with adult classes: negotiate with Ss and set learning goals for first week / month and then revisit #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:23 |
@ELTExperiences @teflerinha @Marisa_C though I guess putting lesson menus up on the board coul help with that #eltchat |
| EmmaKClaydon |
09/11/2013 11:23 |
Use ID cards Ss interview each other then use notes to intro them to the rest of the class (from 'keep talking' by penny ur) #eltchat |
| farman |
09/11/2013 07:23 |
RT @Paul_Driver: My students had to track me down in the city centre using smartphone GPS and introduce themselves #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:23 |
@LeavUrImge2FDP @Marisa_C Would sts understand learning styles? #eltchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:23 |
RT @LeavUrImge2FDP: @Marisa_C Ask students, "If you had 2 create a Twitter handle that describes your learning style, what would it be?" #e… |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:23 |
@ELTExperiences @teflgeek @Marisa_C Personally, I wouldn't go for any kind of chaos in first few lessons w/ YLs #eltchat #controlfreak |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:24 |
@LeavUrImge2FDP for twitter using Ss yes - for others, group names works well for team building - then a rap then a song, a badge #eltchat |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:24 |
@cioccas @esolcourses @kalinagoenglish googleganger idea sounds interesting. #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:24 |
So my next question is this: what is more important "Routine" or "Rapport" with YLs? How flexible can you be with routine with YLs? #ELTChat |
| MicaelaCarey |
09/11/2013 13:24 |
#eltchat My first day with YLs is mostly about the rules and starting classroom routines. Essential for the rest of the school year. |
| elawassell |
09/11/2013 12:24 |
RT @AlexandraKouk (..) adult classes: negotiate with Ss and set learning goals for first wk /mnth and then revisit #eltchat #ELTchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:24 |
RT @MicaelaCarey: #eltchat My first day with YLs is mostly about the rules and starting classroom routines. Essential for the rest of the s… |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:24 |
@Shaunwilden Depends on your context I guess. Very hard 2 find a student without a smartphone, tablet or both in Portugal #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:24 |
@ELTExperiences @teflerinha @Marisa_C organised chaos at the end when can hand the kids back to the parents #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:24 |
@ELTExperiences #eltchat Maybe going off topic, but think you can be flexible once the routines are established. |
| LeavUrImge2FDP |
09/11/2013 04:25 |
@Shaunwilden @Marisa_C Depends on age. Most appropriate with High School and college. #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:25 |
@teflgeek @ELTExperiences @Marisa_C LOL :) #eltchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:25 |
@ELTExperiences Are they mutually exclusive? #eltchat |
| wellmichelle |
09/11/2013 11:25 |
@ELTExperiences Adult learners will like to find out what they can expect from the course, the teacher & their classmates #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:25 |
Where I teach, we have YLs for a short period and routines are important but so is getting the class off the ground asap. #ELTChat |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:25 |
@teflerinha When did we ever stay on topic on #eltchat ? :-) |
| LeavUrImge2FDP |
09/11/2013 04:25 |
RT @Marisa_C: @LeavUrImge2FDP for twitter using Ss yes - for others, group names works well for team building - then a rap then a song, a b… |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:25 |
@Paul_Driver @Shaunwilden disagree! my students (in coimbra) generally don't have v high tech #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:25 |
RT @wellmichelle: @ELTExperiences Adult learners will like to find out what they can expect from the course, the teacher & their classmates… |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:25 |
An activity involved Twitter and using hashtags would be feasible. I wonder if Twitter used much in China? #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:25 |
@cioccas :) #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:26 |
@cioccas @teflerinha Come on its a new term let's make an effort to stay on track ;-) #eltchat |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:26 |
#eltchat, I'm also very aware of blding group dynamic during the 1st lesson. Forming usually takes 8 trng hrs. Then comes the storm. |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:26 |
I think YLs like routines but u can vary within a routine - e.g. start the lesson with a game - but a diff one each time #eltchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:26 |
RT @cioccas: @teflerinha When did we ever stay on topic on #eltchat ? :-) LOL |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:26 |
RT @wellmichelle: @ELTExperiences Adult learners will like to find out what they can expect from the course, the teacher & their classmates… |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:26 |
RT @Charlesrei1: #eltchat, I'm also very aware of blding group dynamic during the 1st lesson. Forming usually takes 8 trng hrs. Then comes … |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:26 |
RT @Marisa_C: I think YLs like routines but u can vary within a routine - e.g. start the lesson with a game - but a diff one each time #elt… |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:26 |
@teacherphili #eltchat I have the advantage of being able to forewarn students about what tech they'll need for each class on the uni's LMS |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:26 |
RT @Marisa_C: I think YLs like routines but u can vary within a routine - e.g. start the lesson with a game - but a diff one each time #elt… |
| MicaelaCarey |
09/11/2013 13:26 |
@ELTExperiences #eltchat How flexible you can be with YLs depends on age and that particular class- part of getting to know the ss |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:27 |
@Paul_Driver I could probably do the same with our Moodle site. If not, first lesson, then early on. Got me thinking #eltchat |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:27 |
RT @MicaelaCarey: @ELTExperiences #eltchat How flexible you can be with YLs depends on age and that particular class- part of getting to kn… |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:27 |
@Charlesrei1 #eltchat Spot the business trainer ;) #tuckman eh? Useful model, I agree. |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:27 |
@ELTExperiences @Marisa_C A routine doesn't mean doing the exact same thing every lesson, more a framework to operate within #eltchat |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:27 |
Just reminded myself that Twitter 'blocked' but gets used anyway #China #eltchat #firstlesson |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:27 |
@teflgeek @ELTExperiences yes! #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:28 |
@Paul_Driver @teacherphili I'm trying to think how I could use a QR code in a first lesson...#eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:28 |
RT @teflgeek: @ELTExperiences @Marisa_C A routine doesn't mean doing the exact same thing every lesson, more a framework to operate within … |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:28 |
@teacherphili #eltchat always remind them to charge their devices fully b4 class. |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:29 |
Sharing a post about good class dynamics http://t.co/VgCPBZfNT9 #eltchat |
| wellmichelle |
09/11/2013 11:29 |
@MicaelaCarey That's a good point #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:29 |
How heavy does a polar bear weigh? - Enough to break the ice #ELTChat - my joke for today's chat. |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:29 |
@Marisa_C Are sure that's the right link? #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:29 |
@ELTExperiences But they don't break the ice do they :-) #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:29 |
#eltchat @Charlesrei1 mentioned norming, storming etc. What do people do to work on class dynamics? |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:30 |
@Shaunwilden How about this one? http://t.co/VgCPBZfNT9 #eltchat |
| ELTExperiences |
09/11/2013 12:30 |
@Shaunwilden it depends how heavy they are I assume. Lol #ELTChat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:30 |
@Marisa_C It seems to link me to google images of icebreakers #eltchat |
| MicaelaCarey |
09/11/2013 13:30 |
@Marisa_C #eltchat Absolutely- most of the routines I establish are frameworks for plugging in different activities, songs, etc.Time-saver. |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:30 |
@Shaunwilden @teflgeek @Paul_Driver and more here http://t.co/4ZltWvyWnl #eltchat #QRcodes |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:31 |
@teflgeek @Shaunwilden devices usually outnumber my students albeit low-tech-but-good-enough ones #eltchat |
| teacherkristina |
09/11/2013 18:31 |
@teflerinha @Charlesrei1 #eltchat Sorting Ss into teams. Can be used for competitions of all kinds. |
| wellmichelle |
09/11/2013 11:31 |
@teflerinha @Charlesrei1 Get the Ss moving around, interacting with as many as their classmates as possible #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:31 |
@Charlesrei1 No, I agree it's important with any group. #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:31 |
@Shaunwilden @Paul_Driver @teacherphili QR codes advice from @rmbyrne http://t.co/ULZ03oS23W #eltchat (now with hashtag) |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:31 |
btw 'Do you crack a smile before Christmas?' - Previous #ELTchat on this topic: http://t.co/KqnLSdEc9p #icebreakers #firstlesson (Oct 2012) |
| LeavUrImge2FDP |
09/11/2013 04:31 |
@Marisa_C Integrating public speaking into the start of the lesson is a great way 2 prepare YL's 4 life-long group dialogue. #eltchat |
| MicaelaCarey |
09/11/2013 13:32 |
@wellmichelle #eltchat Thanks- do you find the same happens with your students? |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:32 |
RT @teacherphili: btw 'Do you crack a smile before Christmas?' - Previous #ELTchat on this topic: http://t.co/KqnLSdEc9p #icebreakers #firs… |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:32 |
RT @MicaelaCarey: @ELTExperiences #eltchat How flexible you can be with YLs depends on age and that particular class- part of getting to kn… |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:32 |
RT @teacherphili: @Shaunwilden @teflgeek @Paul_Driver and more here http://t.co/4ZltWvyWnl #eltchat #QRcodes |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:32 |
@teacherkristina @teflerinha yes, I like that! #eltchat have to break that teacher dependency expectation early. |
| teacherkristina |
09/11/2013 18:32 |
@teflerinha @Charlesrei1 #eltchat and creates team spirit, usually. I found Ss within a team can be a lot more supportive. |
| GemL1 |
09/11/2013 20:32 |
@teflerinha if time/syllabus permits project work is always good for class dynamics. #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:33 |
@wellmichelle @Charlesrei1 #eltchat finding things they have in common is a good ice-breaker also good for developing relationships |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:33 |
RT @teflerinha: @wellmichelle @Charlesrei1 #eltchat finding things they have in common is a good ice-breaker also good for developing relat… |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:34 |
@teflgeek @Shaunwilden @teacherphili @rmbyrne #eltchat like the audio linking. I have a QR-code Rubik's cube I made with sentence fragments |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:34 |
@teacherkristina @teflerinha #eltchat and I think if not... we risk the multiple one-to-one dynamic. 20 Ss, 20 1-2-1s. |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:34 |
@GemL1 #eltchat Definitely. |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:34 |
MT @teflerinha #eltchat finding things they have in common is a good ice-breaker also good for developing relationships < Definitely! |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:34 |
not always first lesson, but first week(s): Starting a vocab box http://t.co/qrDHgP3uJZ #eltchat |
| GemL1 |
09/11/2013 20:34 |
Find @kenwilsonlondon 's drama & improv activiites r really good in first few weeks to help Ss relax http://t.co/hogskU943R #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:34 |
@teflerinha @wellmichelle @Charlesrei1 as if finding out how people are different #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:35 |
@Shaunwilden @wellmichelle @Charlesrei1 #eltchat yes, also good. |
| wellmichelle |
09/11/2013 11:35 |
@MicaelaCarey #eltchat Yes, I have to be firmer with some classes - it can depend on the class dynamics |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:35 |
RT @teflgeek: not always first lesson, but first week(s): Starting a vocab box http://t.co/tQdEunAxso #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:35 |
RT @teflgeek: not always first lesson: Starting a vocab box http://t.co/HXZ1zG0yq1 #eltchat arh yes the VB a staple lesson filler :-) |
| Alwayscharlie |
09/11/2013 13:35 |
Everyone can add me to my new FB account https://t.co/Y46T581uN8 #eltchat |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:35 |
@Paul_Driver sounds intruiging as with all the ingenious things you do #eltchat |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:36 |
@Shaunwilden @teflerinha @wellmichelle #eltchat I tend to look more for commonality. Differences will automatically emerge later. Just me. |
| BobK99 |
09/11/2013 12:36 |
Tweetdeck working now but I'm learning to drive it.:-) #ELTchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:36 |
@Shaunwilden beginnings / middles / ends - whenever you need a five minute activity, the vocab box provides! #eltchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:36 |
Getting Ss to work in pairs / groups from Day 1, inviting peer feedback = focus on aautonimy + T can get an idea of class dynamics #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:36 |
I don't have new classes yet but if I did I would do this http://t.co/7SbNbSWzVc #eltchat |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:37 |
#eltchat @esolcourses @teflgeek ... study skills... I agree... how much is too much at the beginning? |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:37 |
@teacherphili @Paul_Driver I only understand half of what Pau does :-D #eltchat |
| muranava |
09/11/2013 13:37 |
nice twist on lying game http://t.co/mPcUGuyAV0 …; warm-ups http://t.co/ndJiMHPkky ; nice list 1st lessons http://t.co/5UcqGJTWSO #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:37 |
@Shaunwilden well that's the seminar for induction day sorted out! #eltchat |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:37 |
Keep the idea links coming thick and fast. I'm sticking 'em all straight into a #firstlessons folder for next week. #eltchat #curation |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:38 |
Sorry - momentary tweetdeck hiccup - am back on track #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:38 |
@Shaunwilden Nice! #eltchat As @GemL1 said, sthg where they ahve to work together is good. Teacherless task anyone? |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:38 |
@teflgeek I did it the DoS conf last year worked a real treat #eltchat |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:38 |
@teacherphili #eltchat more work than it was worth tbh but a fun experiment and good for fast finishers to experiment with. |
| GemL1 |
09/11/2013 20:38 |
RT @cioccas @teflerinha #eltchat finding things they have in common is good ice b... <3 things in common speed dating activity is good fun. |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:38 |
@Charlesrei1 @teflgeek hard to say exactly - very much depends on the level & classroom dynamics, I think. #eltchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:38 |
RT @teflgeek: not always first lesson, but first week(s): Starting a vocab box http://t.co/bL8vRRhgSU #eltchat > great idea! |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:38 |
@Marisa_C @Paul_Driver :-) inspiration #reachforthesky #eltchat |
| LeavUrImge2FDP |
09/11/2013 04:39 |
@Shaunwilden Anything that starts with marshmallows has got to be great! #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:39 |
@Shaunwilden I know that when I have neglected team building etc groups have gone sour #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:39 |
@esolcourses @Charlesrei1 agree - depends on what yoru students need and what their targets are. #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:39 |
RT @Marisa_C: @Shaunwilden I know that when I have neglected team building etc groups have gone sour #eltchat _ me too. |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:39 |
@Paul_Driver that's always the danger isn't it? creating "more work than it {is} worth' - guilty of doing same sometimes #eltchat |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:39 |
RT @LeavUrImge2FDP @Shaunwilden Anything that starts with marshmallows has got to be great! #eltchat < Agree :-) |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:40 |
@Marisa_C its imp a lot of adult learners aren't used to learning in 'teams' we often overlook that #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:40 |
@Shaunwilden @Marisa_C #eltchat or they're used to working in dysfunctional teams.... |
| LeavUrImge2FDP |
09/11/2013 04:40 |
@Marisa_C @Shaunwilden It's like forgetting the foundation when building a house. Destined 2 collapse. #eltchat |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:41 |
RT @muranava: nice twist on lying game http://t.co/mPcUGuyAV0 …; warm-ups http://t.co/ndJiMHPkky ; nice list 1st lessons http://t.co/5UcqGJ… |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:41 |
@Charlesrei1 @teflgeek ...& age, as well. I teach adults and teens - with yls, I expect you would need to use different strategies #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:41 |
for adults a gd idea to set up a sched of 1-2-1 tutorials - tracking progress #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:41 |
@Charlesrei1 @wellmichelle Yes. This relates to YLs routines as well. Any good egs of adult rituals? #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:42 |
RT @LeavUrImge2FDP: @Marisa_C @Shaunwilden It's like forgetting the foundation when building a house. Destined 2 collapse. #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:42 |
RT @Marisa_C: for adults a gd idea to set up a sched of 1-2-1 tutorials - tracking progress #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:42 |
@teflerinha @Shaunwilden but there's some individuals u can never win with no matter what u do :-( #eltchat |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:42 |
#eltchat @teflerinha @Shaunwilden @Marisa_C Arg...don't get me started... but noticing can help. "Write 3 words you learned from your peer." |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:42 |
@teflerinha @Charlesrei1 @wellmichelle shaking hands, making eye contact, greeting students by name as they enter #eltchat |
| Jananstwit |
09/11/2013 14:42 |
#ELTchat My 1st lesson - introduction games (incl. me - trust is a two way street), mingling, expectations (T+S+C), ground rules &materials. |
| MicaelaCarey |
09/11/2013 13:42 |
@Marisa_C #eltchat And for YLs! I have a tutorial with each of mine at the end of every trimester. |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:43 |
@Marisa_C @teflerinha Yes very true but there the ones I see as a challenge to win over :-) #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:43 |
RT @Charlesrei1: #eltchat @teflerinha @Shaunwilden @Marisa_C Arg...don't get me started... but noticing can help. "Write 3 words you learne… |
| LeavUrImge2FDP |
09/11/2013 04:43 |
@Marisa_C And encourages honest dialogue 2 discover the source of roadblocks. #eltchat |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:43 |
#eltchat @teflgeek @teflerinha @wellmichelle - I like. |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:43 |
@Shaunwilden can't see the vid but guess it's the one about delaying gratification - a valuable skill that can help learners focus #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:43 |
@Shaunwilden u d win a snake in the grass waiting to bite u #eltchat |
| WVGTbook |
09/11/2013 12:43 |
RT @teflerinha: @Shaunwilden @Marisa_C #eltchat or they're used to working in dysfunctional teams.... |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:43 |
@Marisa_C Gosh and I thought we were friends :-) #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:44 |
@Charlesrei1 @teflerinha @wellmichelle and doing the same thing as they leave #eltchat |
| GemL1 |
09/11/2013 20:44 |
people to people is a fun ice breaker for YLs / teens http://t.co/7RqqVJjOY4 #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:44 |
@Marisa_C @Shaunwilden Sometimes the really difficult stds just need s.o. to try and like & understand them #eltchat (I did say sometimes) |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:44 |
@Shaunwilden this was supposed to be positive :-D it was!!! #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:45 |
@teflgeek @Charlesrei1 @wellmichelle Yes, getting stds to interact w/ each other as people (not just stds) is often overlooked #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:46 |
It also helps if you don't let being a passionate educator make you forget your sense of humour and fun in the classroom #eltchat |
| Jananstwit |
09/11/2013 14:46 |
RT @muranava: nice twist on lying game http://t.co/mPcUGuyAV0 …; warm-ups http://t.co/ndJiMHPkky ; nice list 1st lessons http://t.co/5UcqGJ… |
| Paul_Driver |
09/11/2013 12:46 |
Have to leave for work to go and teach a new group, now well-armed with ideas to kick off. Thx all #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:46 |
No-one's mentioned tech yet... #eltchat What about setting up your online components? eg class dojo / edmodo etc Any others? #deluge |
| wellmichelle |
09/11/2013 11:46 |
@teflgeek @teflerinha @Charlesrei1 ensuring ss have the language to greet each other & respond when they enter #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:46 |
@Marisa_C What are these strange words "fun in the classroom" - well I never tut it's a place of learning not fun :-) #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:47 |
RT @teflgeek: No-one's mentioned tech yet... #eltchat What about setting up your online components? eg class dojo / edmodo etc Any others? … |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:47 |
RT @teflgeek: No-one's mentioned tech yet... #eltchat What about setting up your online components? eg class dojo / edmodo etc Any others? |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:47 |
RT @wellmichelle: @teflgeek @teflerinha @Charlesrei1 ensuring ss have the language to greet each other & respond when they enter #eltchat |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:47 |
RT @Marisa_C: RT @teflgeek: No-one's mentioned tech yet... #eltchat What about setting up your online components? eg class dojo / edmodo et… |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:47 |
@teflgeekchoosing your classdojo avatar is a potential first lesson topic #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:47 |
@teflgeek you are right of course- but me I think of it as a natural part of learner training #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:48 |
In case you don't know what classdojo is - http://t.co/sv28UrOVTu #eltchat |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:48 |
#eltchat @teflerinha @teflgeek @wellmichelle I found also worked 4 me when I tght YLs. I simply didn't allow 'dismissal'. But not much exp. |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:48 |
edtechcomponents set-up: class wiki or blog or FBgroup + set clear rules of netiquette #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:48 |
@Shaunwilden yes - it's a place for serious stuff i get it #eltchat :-D and rules and substitution tables and transformation ha! |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:49 |
RT @Shaunwilden: In case you don't know what classdojo is - http://t.co/sv28UrOVTu #eltchat |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:49 |
'Fun' & 'Learning' not mutually exclusive of course #eltchat |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:49 |
RT @teacherphili: 'Fun' & 'Learning' not mutually exclusive of course #eltchat |
| LeavUrImge2FDP |
09/11/2013 04:50 |
@Marisa_C Oh yes! Students love "human" teachers. Emotionless robot educators are so out of style. #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:50 |
@Charlesrei1 @teflgeek @wellmichelle Applies to all ages #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:50 |
@teacherphili I wasn't being serious Phil #eltchat |
| WVGTbook |
09/11/2013 12:50 |
RT @teacherphili: 'Fun' & 'Learning' not mutually exclusive of course #eltchat ! Well gosh! ;-) |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:50 |
10 minutes to go - and while you are all here I MUST make sure ONE of wrties the SUMMARY -- tada!!!! #ELTCHAT |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:50 |
#eltchat @teflerinha @wellmichelle 1 norm I have is that they control google. They can always use images and maps for support. |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:50 |
RT @Marisa_C: 10 minutes to go - and while you are all here I MUST make sure ONE of wrties the SUMMARY -- tada!!!! #ELTCHAT |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:51 |
Sorry @Shaunwilden forgot the ';-)' #netiquette #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:51 |
@teacherphili well it's the first back and we're all a bit rusty :-) #eltchat |
| MicaelaCarey |
09/11/2013 13:51 |
RT So true! 'Fun' & 'Learning' not mutually exclusive of course #eltchat @teacherphili |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:52 |
@anastasia_liana Great to see you join - remember to type #ELTchat in every tweet so u cal follow whole convo |
| norazmi20 |
09/11/2013 11:52 |
RT @Shaunwilden: In case you don't know what classdojo is - http://t.co/sv28UrOVTu #eltchat |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:52 |
#eltchat @teflerinha @wellmichelle but 4 rituals, we have respect for B-days, vacations (tell us the stories, bring pics), and updates on wk |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:52 |
@anastasia_liana Recommend a great book by J Hadfield - Classroom Dynamics #eltchat |
| WVGTbook |
09/11/2013 12:53 |
#ELTchat tweeps: for the time being I seem to be @WVGTbook! Anyone know how to switch personae? |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:53 |
@Charlesrei1 @wellmichelle Kind of adult show and tell and circle time? Sounds good. #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:53 |
RT @Marisa_C: @anastasia_liana Recommend a great book by J Hadfield - Classroom Dynamics #eltchat One of my fave books |
| teacherkristina |
09/11/2013 18:53 |
Do you find motivation differs in exam and non-exam classes? #eltchat If so, how/why? |
| SuperiorGent |
09/11/2013 11:53 |
RT @teacherphili: Sorry @Shaunwilden forgot the ';-)' #netiquette #eltchat |
| EnglishWithK |
09/11/2013 12:53 |
@charlesrei1 @teflerinha @wellmichelle or ask them to find out about each other, working in pairs and reporting back to the group #eltchat |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:54 |
#eltchat @teflerinha hesitant to go in with a bang 1st lesson, sets unsustainable bar. Form - share, know, Storm - conflict, resolve |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:54 |
@teacherkristina sure it does - so may be get EX classes to understand importance on NON-EX activs #ELTchat AND relevance |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:54 |
@teacherkristina #eltchat exam classes can feel bonding is a waste of time- but it isn't & you can dress it up as exam practice anyway. |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:54 |
#eltchat @Shaunwilden @Marisa_C @anastasia_liana ditto.. great book |
| AlexandraKouk |
09/11/2013 14:54 |
J Hadfield - Classroom Dynamics http://t.co/FfMmixZVjP #eltchat |
| cioccas |
09/11/2013 21:54 |
@Marisa_C @teacherkristina Sounds like a topic for a whole #ELTchat ! |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:55 |
@teacherkristina Not at first, there is that kind of starting out excitement but as the class goes on yes #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:55 |
@cioccas @teacherkristina It does - doesn't it - perhaps it could be suggested #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:55 |
@Charlesrei1 #eltchat When are you going to write a blog post on this- or have u already? |
| muranava |
09/11/2013 13:55 |
RT @GemL1 people to people is a fun ice breaker for YLs / teens http://t.co/emIp8pzgDT #eltchat |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:55 |
#eltchat @teflerinha @wellmichelle I can't forget content...small talk is always first in my crse plan. I want hobbies, family, sports, etc. |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:55 |
Summary writers please find your way to fame? #ELTchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:56 |
RT @Marisa_C: Summary writers please find your way to fame? #ELTchat |
| TeachGuz |
09/11/2013 05:56 |
RT @Paul_Driver: My students had to track me down in the city centre using smartphone GPS and introduce themselves #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:56 |
RT @Charlesrei1: #eltchat @teflerinha @wellmichelle I can't forget content...small talk is always first in my crse plan. I want hobbies, fa… |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:56 |
A few minutes left, time for last words of wisdom…and a summary writer to come forth #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:56 |
@Marisa_C #eltchat Just CAN'T. Will already be in trouble if editor spots me here #MadDeadline |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:56 |
@Marisa_C do new timers know about summary writing? #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:56 |
Read this to meet some of our start bloggers and take your place in that hall of fame :-) #ELTchat http://t.co/q0lOn5T8Eu |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:57 |
#eltchat @EnglishWithK @teflerinha @wellmichelle definitely... also activities where they have to solve problems together. |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:57 |
@teflerinha @Marisa_C Ok we never saw you :-) #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:57 |
@teacherphili not always but hey who did on their first one ? #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:57 |
@Marisa_C I'll do it.... #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:58 |
@teflgeek @Marisa_C Thank you for volunteering, will get you the transcript this afternoon #eltchat |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:58 |
@Shaunwilden @Marisa_C OK - look forward to it... #eltchat |
| Marisa_C |
09/11/2013 14:58 |
@teflgeek Your avatar is already in our Hall of Fame - Many thanks! EFcharisto!!!!! #eltchat |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:58 |
#eltchat Great chat. So glad to be back. |
| esolcourses |
09/11/2013 12:58 |
Must dash, but thanks for a very interesting chat everyone - have a great start to the new term! #eltchat |
| teacherphili |
09/11/2013 12:59 |
OK, gotta go. Nice to be back in the game. Will have to load up the VPN for next time as probably will be in the PRC. #eltchat bye bye! |
| Charlesrei1 |
09/11/2013 11:59 |
#eltchat @teflerinha hmmm... never thought about it. I have a post on dynamics http://t.co/koM1tvu2Cs but no specific activities. Maybe soon |
| teflgeek |
09/11/2013 12:59 |
@Marisa_C I noticed... made me think I might have to update that...! #eltchat |
| Shaunwilden |
09/11/2013 13:59 |
Nice to see you all again, don't forget the second #eltchat at 21.00 UK time this evening |
| teflerinha |
09/11/2013 11:59 |
@Charlesrei1 #eltchat yes, please. |
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