Creating a positive learning environment Presentation by Jo Leach, Programme Research and Development Manager.
A positive learning environment Respect Safe environment Goals addressed Good working relationships
Respect Treating every learner with genuine respect Treating every learner with genuine respect Offering explanations about what will happen in class Giving choices about topics Not forcing certain activities/tasks
Safe environment Culturally safe Structured and predictable Culturally safe Structured and predictable Build self-esteem Listen to individual learners
Goals addressed Realistic and achievable goals Realistic and achievable goals Flexible enough to enable success Acknowledge difficulties Link to settlement info and daily life
Good working relationships Social contact/Activity in groups Happy experiences Space to be spontaneous Physical activity Excursions
Learners will…… Come to class (or tell us when you can’t) Come to class (or tell us when you can’t) Use each other’s names Listen to the teacher and classmates Try to speak English Help each other to learn Be active
The teacher will…… Be on time Use learners’ names Be on time Use learners’ names Prepare for the lesson Help learners to improve Listen to learners Give feedback