Rules for Living
One of my basic rules for living is: Don't set your expectations too high; that way, you won't be disappointed.
Now I have a corollary to that, for ESL teachers: Never plan an activity that depends on a particular student for its success.
Why? you ask. Last Thursday I told my class to prepare short skits about going to the doctor. They worked in two groups, writing them, choosing roles, and practicing.
Ali was great in his role, very spontaneous, dramatic, and funny. I couldn't wait for the "performance" on Friday. Well, on Friday he was absent! So we still did the activity, but it lacked a certain luster.
Oh well.
Now I have a corollary to that, for ESL teachers: Never plan an activity that depends on a particular student for its success.
Why? you ask. Last Thursday I told my class to prepare short skits about going to the doctor. They worked in two groups, writing them, choosing roles, and practicing.
Ali was great in his role, very spontaneous, dramatic, and funny. I couldn't wait for the "performance" on Friday. Well, on Friday he was absent! So we still did the activity, but it lacked a certain luster.
Oh well.
posted by Lynne Davis at 8:35 AM
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