5: Build confidence - Top 5 Tips for teaching low level conversation classes

49 ESL Conversation Games & Activities - Jackie Bolen 2020

5: Build confidence
Top 5 Tips for teaching low level conversation classes

If students are high school students or adults and have been studying English for years but are still extremely low level, it's highly likely that they have little to no confidence in their English abilities. Remember to meet students where they're at and don't praise only the top students in the class, but also praise the lower levels ones too for any small improvement that they make. Even a simple thing like having a positive attitude towards English that day in class or participating sincerely in a game or activity can be praised. Remember that even a small comment can go a long way towards building confidence and increasing motivation.