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Brookee Posted 21 years ago
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English-only Classroom Policy
0 I'm on the ladder with this one. What are your opinions about a strict "English-only" language policy in the classroom? I teach ESL classes to Spanish speakers and find that they constantly talk in their first language to one and other. I speak Spanish and find that they frequently speak to me in Spanish although I continually ask them to speak in English. What are some ways to enforce such a policy? Thanks. 0-
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0 lol 02 br 02 br 00 You could fine them a small amount for every Spanish word they use. The proceeds could then be used to go towards the cost of a monthly lunch meeting, or even a Christmas party. If they are really bad offenders, you could use the money to take the class on an excursion to Japan - where almost nobody understands Spanish!
- 0 lol 02 br 02 br 00 You could fine them a small amount for every Spanish word they use.
- The proceeds could then be used to go towards the cost of a monthly lunch meeting, or even a Christmas party.
- If they are really bad offenders, you could use the money to take the class on an excursion to Japan - where almost nobody understands Spanish!
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00 You could fine them a small amount for every Spanish word they use. The proceeds could then be used to go towards the cost of a monthly lunch meeting, or even a Christmas party. If they are really bad offenders, you could use the money to take the class on an excursion to Japan - where almost nobody understands Spanish! 0-
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00 You could fine them a small amount for every Spanish word they use. The proceeds could then be used to go towards the cost of a monthly lunch meeting, or even a Christmas party. If they are really bad offenders, you could use the money to take the class on an excursion to Japan - where almost nobody understands Spanish! 0-
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Do you have any Post It Notes? You can "ticket" them every time they speak in their native language. Believe me, after you have ticketed them 2-3 times, they stop speaking their native language.
When I use this technique, I announce that they are getting ticketed and stick a small post it on their shoulder or arm. It's embarrassing for them, but not insulting. Everyone gets a good laugh.
When I use this technique, I announce that they are getting ticketed and stick a small post it on their shoulder or arm. It's embarrassing for them, but not insulting. Everyone gets a good laugh.
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I do not teach ESL, I teach in a trade-school. For many of my students English is not the first language. Other teachers want a "English Only Policy." There is nothing written so I do not enforce this. But I have to say I get a very bad feeling every time I hear about this. Why should I limit the side talk to English? If they are bonding, why should I interfere? I have no fear that they are talkin
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