Lector dr.Monica Oprescu Class management I. The teacher Teaching skills Teacher roles II. Class organisation Disruptive behaviour Types of interaction The use of mother tongue I. The teacher Teaching skills -language; -resources and materials; -managing classes; -adaptability; -class preparation; -relationship with the students; 1 - positive approach. Teachers should know the language and how the language works: have knowledge about the grammar, lexical and phonological system. They should also have the necessary resources and materials and be able to use them and also use the equipment which is so necessary in a language class (cassette recorder, CD player, computer, video projector). There are specific skills which a teacher should have: managing classes, using a variety of activities, techniques, materials that should be adapted at the students’ level. The teacher should also be able to adapt as certain situations may occur, during teaching, regarding the activities, techniques used in the lesson, or even problem behaviour. Preparing for the classes, keeping records, being reflective about ones teaching are other skills teachers should develop. The relationship with the students is another important aspect: it should be a positive, “enjoyable and respectful relationship” (Harmer, 2007: 25). Respect and trust are the two most important elements of this relation. The teacher should also listen to the students who could be able to rely on him/her, know them, recog ...
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