1. Teaching as a Non-Native Speaker

2. The Cultural Divide

3. The Cultural Divide Make up of students Body language
Classroom atmosphere
Student expectations

4. Cultural Bridges

5. Cultural Bridges Identify the divide(s) Tell about yourself
Talk about differences
Midterm evaluations
Read “American Ways”

6. Immersion

7. Immersion How often do you read or write in English?
How often do you speak English?
How often do you THINK in English?

8. Language Tips

9. Language Tips Slow down Use the board Watch your voice
Ensure comprehension (read your audience)

10. How Do You Know?

11. How Do You Know? Individual assessment Pair/group assessment
Entire class assessment

12. First Impressions Count
Don’t mumble at the board
Use the website
Consider nature of the first session