REPORT ON ENGLISH WORKSHOP
On 27 Nov’24 Oxford University Press organised a session on "Making Teaching English in the Classroom Enjoyable". It was attended by Mrs. Priya Grover and Ms. Natasha Sharma. The Resource Person was Ms. Claire Horsburgh.
The Key takeaways from the session were-
1. Cross-Curriculum Links: The resource person emphasized the importance of integrating English language learning with other subjects, such as history, science, and mathematics. This approach helps students see the relevance of English language skills in real-life contexts.
2. Working with Words and Pre-Reading and Post-Reading Exercises: Participants learned various techniques to make vocabulary building and word work more engaging, including word games, puzzles, activities that promote critical thinking, setting reading goals, including discussions, debates, writing tasks, and creative projects.
3. Making Poetry More Interesting and Using Plays, Letters, and Diaries: The resource person provided tips on how to make poetry more accessible and enjoyable for students, including using visual aids, music, and performance. Also how to incorporate plays, letters, and diaries into general English language lessons to make learning more engaging and interactive.
The participants gained practical ideas and strategies for making English language classes more enjoyable and engaging. Educators developed a deeper understanding of how to integrate English language learning with other subjects. The workshop fostered a sense of community among participants, who shared their experiences and best practices.