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Quote kellytrainer

Hi, Hello

Boy do I know how you feel. I have 9 years teaching experience in Italy, and some classes can be just so challenging. I won't even go in to the particular torment I've been through but suffice it to say "I've been there."

First, you must know that the problem is not you or your teaching abilities. Sometimes it helps to hear that from another teacher.

I have a few questions for you.

1) What is the end-result of this course?(ie what does the administration expect from you?)

Nothing to be honest, just that I teach something that will improve their spoken English and give them a test at the end of semester. their department basically does not monitor what I do.

2) Are there any "interest trends" in the class? (ie can you build your lessons around themes that interest this group specifically?)

Superstars were quite popular. The main thing they want to learn about is "foreign culture" but that is so vague.

3) Have you got internet access in class?

No computer, no internet. Just a blackboard