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What is a good TEFL teacher? - Coggle Diagram
What is a good TEFL teacher?
Be clear
Ensure instructions are easy to follow and understand.
Be concise and direct, avoiding unnecessary complexity.
Use clear explanations even when students don't speak your native language.
Be passionate
Enthusiastic about teaching and the profession.
Care for the students and their progress.
Love for the English language and teaching it well.
Enjoy the freedom and creativity that TEFL offers.
Be interesting
Create engaging and enjoyable lessons.
Have a sense of humour and don't take yourself too seriously.
Plan activities that stimulate students' minds and hold their attention.
Be knowledgeable
Know as much as possible about the English language.
Be familiar with various teaching strategies and techniques.
Remember students' names, understand their backgrounds, and personalize the approach.
Be patient
Accept repeated mistakes and provide support without frustration.
Teach the same lesson multiple times with patience.
Give students time to process and respond during language practice.