Date: Feb. 3, 2021 (1 hour) EFL Class in Korea (EPIK) 

 

This fast-paced ESL class in Korea was almost like a performance. The teachers were very animated and had a well-planned out lesson. During the lesson, they used a variety of methods to keep students engaged and to aid in learning the language. Additionally, they use prizes to give incentive for students to answer questions and take part in activities. I really like the idea of using a clap to signal for the students to listen, and I remember one of my elementary school teachers doing the same thing. It really cuts through the noise if the students are working in groups, and uses auditory cues to keep the lesson under control. The game that they play is fast-paced, which gets students thinking on their feet and engaged with the class. When students are unsure of an answer, one of the teachers asks them leading questions tha hint at the answer, which gets students to think and come up with the answer without it being explicitly told to them. Familiar characters are shown on the whiteboard with dialogue, as the students are young and interested in things like Hello Kitty and Superman. Overall, this class was very creative in the uniques ways that the students were engaged, and the teachers were enthusiastic and captivating with their props, music, and games.