Sam Grenville Bennetts

My teaching style is interactive, student-centered, and focused on building both confidence and competence. I use concept checking throughout lessons to ensure students understand new material, asking clear, targeted questions to confirm comprehension. This helps me adapt my teaching in real time and address misunderstandings as they arise. I also use gentle correction, offering feedback in a supportive way that encourages students to take risks without fear of embarrassment.

Problem-based learning is another key feature of my approach. By presenting real-life scenarios or challenges, I help students develop practical language skills through collaboration and critical thinking. These tasks often highlight common false friends, which I use as opportunities to clarify confusing vocabulary and deepen understanding of language nuances.

I regularly incorporate roleplay to allow students to practice communication in realistic contexts. This gives them a chance to use new vocabulary, grammar, and expressions in meaningful ways while also engaging with cultural aspects of language use. During these activities, I offer subtle corrections and guide students toward more accurate language use without interrupting their flow. Together, these methods create a dynamic and supportive learning environment.

In summary, my teaching style blends clarity, creativity, and care. Through concept checking, gentle correction, and engaging methods like problem-based learning and roleplay, I create a classroom where students feel supported and challenged. By addressing common pitfalls such as false friends and encouraging real-world language use, I help learners build confidence, accuracy, and independence in their communication skills.