HOW TO get your ESL Students to TALK

Are your ESL students completely silent during class? 😶 You’re not alone. In this video, I break down why ESL students often hesitate to speak, and I’ll show you real strategies that work — tried and tested in Chinese university classrooms. From lesson tweaks to mindset shifts, this video will help you turn silence into lively discussion in your ESL classroom. 🎯 Perfect for new teachers, experienced educators, or anyone curious about the realities of teaching in China. —————————————— // TABLE OF CONTENTS 00:00 Intro 00:40 Just two steps 01:18 Pairs, not groups 03:02 Don’t hover 05:00 This is just practice 06:00 Don’t have them present 07:58 Let them know the purpose 09:36 Let them use their phones 11:51 Build rapport 13:42 Give them building blocks 14:10 Give examples of what you want 14:49 Let them jot down ideas 16:16 Assign speaking homework 17:09 Let them prep in homework —————————————— //EXPLORE MORE VIDEOS 10 Things I DON'T DO as an ESL teacher:    • Honest Teacher Talk, 10 Things I Absolutel...   PERFECT first day of class lesson plan:    • How to Start Your Semester Right | FIRST D...   How to Build Relationships:    • How to BUILD RELATIONSHIPS with students |...   /HANDOUTS & RESOURCES https://www.atlasteaching.com/store-2 // GET MORE CONTENT Website: www.atlasteaching.com Instagram: @atlasteaching // TEFL COURSE I RECOMMEND ITTT Course (Use this link or code GFAKC2024J for a 10% discount!) https://www.teflcourse.net/?cu=GFAKC2... // WHAT I USE TO MAKE MY VIDEOS Vlog camera: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-zv-... // WANT TO WORK WITH ME? For business inquiries, contact: [email protected] // ABOUT ME Hi, I’m Megan! I’ve been an ESL/EFL teacher in China for over 10 years. I share the tips and tricks, information and inspiration that I wish I had when I first started out teaching. I’m currently teaching at a university, while also getting my PhD in Curriculum Design. So if you’re looking for a fellow teacher who is balancing work, study, travel, and daily life, let’s be friends! Let me know what other videos you’d like to see from me—whether that be days in my life as a teacher, living abroad in China, travel videos, or specific advice on a topic! disclaimer: some links in the description may be affiliate links. I may receive a commission, which helps to support this channel, at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting! * Subscriber Count: 2,725