Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

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“Teachers” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Understanding the Role of Teachers
1. What does a teacher do?
2. Why are teachers important in society?
3. Can you name some qualities of a good teacher?
4. How do teachers help students learn?
5. What subjects did your favorite teacher teach?

II. Becoming a Teacher
6. What do you need to study to become a teacher?
7. How long does it take to become a teacher?
8. What kind of training do teachers need?
9. Why do some people choose to become teachers?
10. Can anyone become a teacher?

III. Daily Life of Teachers
11. What is a typical day like for a teacher?
12. Do teachers work only when school is in session?
13. How do teachers prepare their lessons?
14. What challenges do teachers face every day?
15. How do teachers check student’s work?

IV. Teachers and Students
16. How do teachers help students who are struggling?
17. What makes a good student-teacher relationship?
18. How do teachers deal with misbehaving students?
19. Can teachers be friends with students?
20. How do teachers make lessons interesting?

V. Teachers’ Skills and Techniques
21. What teaching methods do teachers use?
22. How do teachers keep up with new ways of teaching?
23. Why is it important for teachers to be patient?
24. How do teachers cater to different learning styles?
25. What is the most challenging part of teaching for most teachers?

VI. The Impact of Technology on Teaching
26. How has technology changed teaching?
27. Do teachers need to be good with computers?
28. What are some tools teachers use to teach online?
29. How do teachers keep students engaged during online classes?
30. What are the benefits of using technology in the classroom?

VII. Respect and Recognition for Teachers
31. How do students show respect to their teachers?
32. Why should we appreciate teachers?
33. What are some ways communities honor teachers?
34. How can students thank their teachers?
35. What is World Teachers’ Day?

VIII. Teacher Development
36. How do teachers learn new things?
37. Why is it important for teachers to keep studying?
38. What is a teacher’s workshop?
39. How do teachers share ideas with each other?
40. Can teachers teach each other?

IX. Teachers in Different Education Systems
41. How is teaching different around the world?
42. What is the difference between a teacher and a professor?
43. How do teachers help with extracurricular activities?
44. Are there different types of teachers for different age groups?
45. How do teachers adapt to different cultures in schools?

X. Challenges in the Teaching Profession
46. What are some issues teachers face today?
47. How do teachers handle large classes?
48. How do budget cuts affect teachers?
49. Why do some teachers leave the profession?
50. What can be done to support teachers better?

XI. Teachers and the Community
51. How do teachers contribute to the community?
52. Can teachers be role models?
53. What is a parent-teacher association?
54. How do teachers communicate with parents?
55. Why is community support important for teachers?

XII. Future of Teaching
56. What is the future of the teaching profession?
57. How might teaching change in the next decade?
58. What skills will teachers need in the future?
59. How can teachers inspire students to achieve their dreams?
60. Why will there always be a need for teachers?

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You can learn:
– English writing skills (essays, emails, etc.) 
– English conversation practice 
– English pronunciation practice
– Textbook classes
Anything you want

Introductory prices:
60 minute class with native speaker (e.g. Paul): US$34.99 US$24.99
60 minute class with non-native speaker (e.g. Philippines, Indonesia): US$9.99 US$7.99

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