Interaction in the English Language Classroom: Blog

  In this blog I will talk about the interaction that exists in the classroom and how this interaction is the utmost importance in the teaching/learning process. Also mention that interaction depends on the way in witch the teacher is going to project his practice in the classroom. Keep researching on the blog, you will find much more information aboaut interaction in the classroom. I hope you like it!

Interaction in used to indicate the language or action hat is used to hold the conversation or teach with the participants involved in the teaching and learning processes in the classroom. Interaction is what defines the way in which the student learns with respect to the contents, classmates and the teacher.

Teacher-Student It consists of the educational and communicational link of both, which is born thanks to the work of the teacher to create a didactic environment, where each student is given the opportunity to express themselves and develop for their learning. Contributes to strengthening personal skills. Has resulted in a positive classroom environment that positively affects student learning and growth. Student-Teacher Helps memory skills, cognitive ability, physiological development and emotional growth of students. It has a strong positive impact on the students selfesteem, enthusiasm and academic success. Today, scools and colleges are actively promoting student-teacher interaction. They are motivated towards studies, actively participate in the learning process and very enthusiastic about learning new things. Students feel free to express their opinions, agreements and disagreements. Results in a cooperative learning environment. Students-Students It leads to greater learning and...

These are some examples of materials that you can use in your class lesson. Print: Textbooks Pamphlets  Handouts  Study guides Manuals Visual: Charts Real objects Photograph Audiovisual: Slides Tapes Video Television Electronic interactive: Computers Graphing calculators Tablets

Students gain a better understanding of teamwork and their social skills. In addition, the furniture designed for school fits the student and the theme, students can improve concentration when taking class. Auditorium Style Students sit in front of the teacher. Useful aspects: This arrangement can create spaces on the sides, in the center or in the back through wich the teacher can move. It can be useful when it comes to giving a conference as it is easier to spread the look among the attendees and focus their attention on your presentation. Not useful aspects: This arrangement prevents face to face contact between students as all they see is the teacher directly or the teacher and their classmates backs. interaction and participation among the members of the groups are reduced since they preferentially adopt a role of listening. Seminar Style Students sitting in a circule, square or U shape. Useful aspects: Significantly increase the participation of students in any type of activity, ...

The game is one of the most effective ways to learn because it motivates students and achieves a greater predisposition to knowledge. here are some examples of activities that you could incorporate into your lesson. Some of these activities are: Debates on a topic of interest. Board games like Scrabble or Pictionary  Karaoke Flashcards or learning cards with vocabulary  Puzzle Word games