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The International Language Institute of Massachusetts (ILI) promotes intercultural understanding and diverse communities by providing high-quality language instruction and teacher training.

Checklist for Observing an ESOL Class

Choose 2 or 3 of the below points to reflect on while observing teachers.

  • How does the teacher introduce the lesson?
  • Does every learner talk? For how long? When do the learners talk to each other?
  • How many learners are participating in the activity? For what length of time?
  • How does the teacher correct learner errors?
  • How does the teacher make transitions from one activity to another?
  • What is the ratio of learner/teacher talking time?
  • What is the ratio of skills practiced: (listening/speaking/reading/writing)?
  • How much does the teacher check for learner comprehension?
  • How much native language is used? When?
  • What is the focus (goal) of the lesson?
  • How many different ways is the focus presented and/or practiced?
  • Does the teacher do feedback?
  • How does the teacher conclude the lesson?

NOTES:

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Checklist for Observing an ESOL Class

Current Volunteers

Volunteer tutors record their hours monthly using the Volunteer Tutor Report

Volunteers working in other capacities record hours monthly usingĀ  the Volunteer Monthly Reporting Form

Learn More

If you have questions about volunteering as an ESOL tutor, please contact Laura Robinson

413.586.7569 x117 / laura@ili.edu

“Last night was, bar none, the best first Spanish class I’ve ever had at ILI. Our teacher was a fantastic teacher, the opening exercise was brilliant, and what a great group of students, too!”

–Michele

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