Title TEACHING MANUAL.pdf ✅

1. INTRODUCTION This manual provides guidelines and teaching strategies to create a positive and effective learning environment. It is intended for both native English-speaking and Vietnamese teachers. The focus is on building a supportive classroom atmosphere through clear rules, expressive communication, and patient encouragement. These methods help students feel comfortable, engaged, and eager to participate. 2. TEACHING TECHNIQUES Nonverbal Communication (Gestures and Eye Contact) Use body language actively to support your teaching. Young learners (and even older beginners) benefit when teachers use gestures and facial expressions to convey meaning. For instance, demonstrate new vocabulary or actions with your hands and body (pretend to drink when saying “drink,” or open arms to mean “big”). Exaggerated, clear gestures help clarify instructions and keep children’s attention. A friendly smile and expressive face make lessons lively and signal approval. Maintain eye contact with students to engage them: look at students when asking a question or giving instructions, so they know you are addressing them. Scanning the room with your gaze also shows all students that you’re attentive. Moving around the classroom can keep energy high, but avoid turning your back to students when speaking. Use big, clear gestures to demonstrate verbs, objects, or actions (e.g. pantomime eating when introducing the word eat). ● Show facial expressions that match the lesson (smile for happy, surprised face for new information, etc.). ● Point to objects, pictures, or the board when talking about them to guide attention. ● Keep eye contact with individual students to make them feel involved and to check for understanding. 1
● Vary your tone and pace of speaking – an enthusiastic, louder voice when excited and softer tone when asking a quiet question – to hold students’ interest. Building Rapport and a Positive Atmosphere A friendly teacher–student relationship boosts learning. Start each class by greeting students by name and encouraging a welcoming atmosphere. Introduce yourself with enthusiasm and share a little about your interests or hobbies (age-appropriately). Learn each student’s name quickly and use it often; remembering details like a student’s favorite cartoon or game shows you care. Respond to students’ answers and questions with genuine interest. Speak in a warm, patient tone and use a smile to make students feel at ease. Create routines like a simple “Hello” song or handshake line at the door to build rapport daily. Establish that your classroom is a respectful, fun place where mistakes are okay. If a student makes a mistake, respond gently (“Good try, let’s try again”) rather than scold. Use cooperative games or pair/group activities so students can make friends and feel part of a team. Overall, foster an atmosphere of kindness and respect where students trust you and each other. ● Greet every student by name and smile when they enter the class. This personal welcome makes them feel valued. ● Share something simple about yourself (e.g. “I love animals” or “I play soccer”) to seem friendly and relatable. ● Use a warm, encouraging tone of voice – be gentle and kind, even when correcting mistakes. ● Praise polite behavior (e.g. “Thank you for raising your hand!”) and reinforce that everyone should help each other learn. ● Include group games or partner work to build a sense of community and allow students to support one another. 2