Teenagers are notorious for questioning everything and anything. They often feel insecure about their interests and abilities, so they dread the prospect of going to school or attending a social activity because they don’t know anyone there. And it’s not just at school; they feel that way most of the time. Teaching English language is one thing that you can be certain your teen will love, but not everyone knows how to do it in a way that keeps them engaged and interested. Here are seven effective ways to teach English language to teenagers [English language teaching teens]:
Use real-life scenarios in your lessons
Teaching English language is all about using real-life scenarios to make your lessons relatable and interesting. For example, let’s say that you’re teaching your teen about the beginning of a relationship. You can start by talking about your first kiss, how awkward it felt and how exciting it was at the same time. Then you can transition this lesson into a lesson about dating etiquette, such as when to meet someone’s parents, how to talk on the phone and how to end a relationship.
Real life examples are the best way to connect with your teens. They also give them the context they need to understand the lessons you’re trying to teach. Your teens will immediately relate to what you’re trying to teach and learn from it.
Teach by using games
Not everyone knows how to do it in a way that keeps English students engaged and interested. One of the best ways to do this is by using games in your lessons.
There are many ways to do this and they’re very versatile. You can use visual games where you pair an image with a word or sentence. You Besides, you can also use auditory games where you pair an audio with the word or sentences. Or you can use tactile games where you pair an object or action with the word or sentence.
For example, let’s say that you’re teaching your teen about the difference between “here” and “home.” You can pair this with a visual of a house and a backyard. To explain the difference between “here” and “home,” you can show your teen that the house is in the backyard. Then add a visual of your teen sitting at their desk in the “here” environment. While you could show one in their room in the “home” environment. The best part about games is that they make it easy for your teens to understand and remember. They’re also very fun and engaging, so your teens will enjoy them as well.
Teach by having debates
Another effective way to teach English language is by teaching by having debates. The best part about teaching by having debates is that you can do it with just about anything. You can debate about the best fast food restaurants, or even the best ways to stay cool during the summer or the winter.
Debates are especially effective with teens because they love to argue and they’re very curious. They want to know the “correct” answer to everything. So debates are a great way to teach them what is and isn’t acceptable to say. This is especially true when it comes to things such as respect, bodily functions and gender stereotypes. Teaching by having debates can also be a great way for you to connect with your teen and show that you have an interest in things that are important to them. You can debate things such as the best time to go out or the best movie or TV show to watch.
Teach English with role-playing games (RPGs)
Another effective way to teach English language is by using role-playing games. While they may seem weird or old-fashioned at first, they’re actually a very effective way to teach English language. Role-playing games are usually made up of a story, characters and a set of rules that help players apply the English language correctly. They’re especially effective when it comes to teaching teens about cultural things that aren’t directly related to the English language, but are nonetheless important to them.
For example, if your teen is Mexican, role-playing games can be used to teach them about the differences between Spanish and English, such as the difference between “Vamanos” (Let’s go) and “Vamos” (Let’s go). Role-playing games are also a great way to engage your teen because they’re very visual, so they’ll see themselves in the experience.
Conclusion
Teaching English language is one thing that you can be certain your teen will love, but not everyone knows how to do it in a way that keeps them engaged and interested. Here are seven effective ways to teach English language to teenagers:
Use real-life scenarios in your lessons.
- Teach by using games.
- Having debates.
- Teach by using your teen’s interests.
- “Tough love” approach.
- Teach English with role-playing games (RPGs).
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