Teaching - A Survival Guide for Students and New Teachers Part 4 Body languagwe basics
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Teaching: A Survival Guide for Students and New Teachers (Part 4) - Body Language BasicsSummary:
Mastering body language is key to managing a classroom of 30 or more students effectively. Despite its importance, it's often overlooked in education degrees and teacher training. This guide provides essential tips, with more to follow in Part 5.
Keywords:
Body language, teacher training, student teachers, education degrees
Article Body:
Body language is your primary tool for achieving a calm and disciplined classroom environment. With the right posture or hand gesture, you can manage even the most challenging classes. While the strategies here are simple, they are highly effective when practiced on colleagues and children, enhancing your teaching significantly.
Smile:
A smile conveys confidence. Many classes aren't used to seeing a teacher smile due to their behavior, which often requires strict control. When you smile, it signals that you are in charge, and the class responds by working better for you.
Stand Up:
Standing places you above seated students, ensuring they literally look up to you. While some lessons suit standing more than others, aim to stand whenever addressing students.
Make Eye Contact:
Ensure you make eye contact with each student as you scan the room. Avoid shifting your focus too quickly, and ensure every student feels seen. When speaking to an individual, maintain eye contact, discouraging them from looking away, which signals they’ve tuned out.
Position Yourself Correctly:
Always stand in an open area rather than behind a desk. This openness demonstrates your confidence.
Move Slowly:
Walk slowly around the room. Rapid movements can unsettle the class and lead to noise and distraction.
Gestures for Clarity:
When using your hands to indicate left and right, remember your left is the students’ right. Gesture accordingly to avoid confusion. Imagine a glass screen between you and the students as if you're behind it, creating a mirrored effect for clarity.
Failing to use these techniques can distract the class and impede their understanding of the concepts you're teaching. Apply these body language strategies to improve classroom management and student engagement.
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