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The key objective of this unit was about learning how to deal with common problems and situations that can happen in a lesson. First I learnt how to teach a first lesson either with a new group or existing group of students and the importance of establishing a rapport early on so the students know what to expect from the teacher and what the teacher expects from the students. Secondly I learnt a variety of warmer games to get the students pumped up and motivated for the class, these will vary depending on the level of English the students possess. Thirdly I learnt teaching techniques and materials best suited for dealing with larger classes such as group work and choral repetition. Fourthly I learnt how to deal with reluctant students by making sure the teacher keeps the lessons interesting and enjoyable and also when it is acceptable and unacceptable for students to use their native language. Finally I learnt the key problems of teaching listening texts, for example because of bad CD?s/cassettes or the volume being too low. I learnt the importance of making sure you have extra material such as word searches for stronger students who finish quickly, allowing the weaker students to catch up without the stronger ones becoming bored or complacent.
