Whether you’re starting with a new class or just changing direction a little the decision of how to structure a course without a coursebook can sometimes be difficult for a new or even experienced teacher.
- What’s wrong with using a coursebook?
- A topic-based syllabus
- Structuring the course
- Needs analysis
- Set short-term objectives
- Remedial grammar
- Error correction
- Variety
- Conclusion
What’s wrong with using a coursebook?
Well, in many cases, nothing! With the constant updating of text books to include new and relevant topics, ideas and methodology, teachers have a great set of resources at their fingertips. Students however may not see it that way. Perhaps they have had past experiences with a “bad” textbook, in other words, following a book which is not well chosen in terms of their age, interests and needs. Maybe they are lacking a little variety in their classes or perhaps you or they just want a break or a change from routine.
Read the complete article at http://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/think/articles/teaching-without-a-coursebook
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