Reflection Prompts For The Busy English Language Teacher
Reflection Time
Time to Reflect
With a heavy workload and myriad of online distractions, it’s important to reduce time scrolling our mobile phones and reflect on personal and professional developments. Here are some self-reflection prompts to get you started:
The Prompts
Describe your own experience learning English/learning another language. How has it influenced your teaching approach?
Reflect on your current English language level. What areas do you need to improve on?
What strategies do you use to improve your own language skills?
What do you do to help learners develop their English language fluency?
What do you do to help students build their vocabulary and use it correctly in context?
How do you help learners understand the nuances of English language expressions and idioms?
How do you incorporate reading into your English language lessons?
What do you do to help students develop their writing skills in English?
What steps do you take to ensure that your lessons are engaging and interesting for your learners?
What steps do you take to create a sense of community in your class?
How do you challenge students who have advanced English language skills?
How do you incorporate cultural elements into your lessons?
How do you use technology to enhance your lessons?
How do you incorporate critical thinking skills into your language lessons?
How do you incorporate project-based learning into your English language lessons?
How do you incorporate authentic materials into your lessons?
What is the plan for your own professional development as an English language teacher?
How do you manage the stress of teaching English as a second language?
What strategies do you use to manage your workload and avoid burnout?
What steps do you take to prioritize your own needs and self-care as an English language teacher?
How do you build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues to support your well-being?
What strategies do you use to create a positive and supportive classroom environment that promotes your own well-being and that of your students?
Instructions
Find a quiet space, turn off your devices, open up a notebook, grab a pen, choose a few prompts and let the thoughts flow.
Enjoy!