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English is one of the widely spoken languages. In almost every non-native English-speaking country, their parents want their students to learn English so that they can prepare for their future because nowadays every industry requires their workers to speak in English.
According to preply.com, almost every parent wants their children's school to teach English where the first language is not English.
However, teaching English in a foreign non-native English-speaking country is not an easy task. To make your ESL teaching job easy you can take help from ESL student's parents because parents play a significant role in shaping the learning journey and the success of their children.
In this blog post, we will be sharing various ways parents can provide support to ESL teacher and collaborate with them to improve ESL student’s language learning experience.
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1. Creating a Supportive Home Environment
Responsible parents of ESL students can create a supportive environment at home for an effective language learning experience. Parents can promote a culture of collaboration, and open communication within the home which will encourage student's engagement in school activities and also help the overall children's language development.
Below we have shared various strategies with which parents can create a supportive learning environment in Home.
Foster Effective Communication
Parents can create a safe and encouraging environment in their home where they can encourage their children to express their feelings in English without the fear of being judged.
Reinforce Learning
Parents can consider providing reinforcement and encouragement to practice English. Moreover, they also should celebrate their every effort and achievements to boost their morale and confidence.
Engage in school activities
Parents can give genuine support to their child’s language learning journey by attending a parent-teacher meeting, school event, and in every possible volunteer opportunity which also gives them the opportunity to form a strong relationship with their children’s ESL teacher.
2. Help in Reading and Writing in English
One of the most fundamental aspects of learning the English language is reading skills. Parents can provide the necessary support to children for reading English textbooks, and storybooks on a daily basis. Below we have shared some effective tips to help students read in the English language:
Choose The Right Books To Read
Parents can choose books that are easy enough for their children’s reading level and age. Parents should also remember their kids’ interests, and they could introduce various kinds of genres that would make them enjoy different book types as well as learn many new words while being involved in their favourite genre books.
Read aloud together
One of the techniques that parents can use to improve their children’s reading skills is dedicating time to reading together. For example, parents can take turns reading aloud any book and then discuss about its plot, characters, and theme with their kids. This will not only enhance reading but also vocabulary building and comprehension in the English language.
Watch Movies or Shows in English
Parents can get their children involved with TV shows, movies, or YouTube videos in English from an early age. If possible you can arrange content which is in different accents and pronunciations of English which will be useful for children to improve their listening skills and overall English language proficiency.
Create an English learning environment
Parents can consider infusing the English language into daily activities at home. They can put a label in English on different objects, play available English language games and most importantly encourage children to have a conversation in English on a daily basis or in family gatherings.
3. Collaboration With Teachers
Parents’ collaboration with ESL teachers is vital to the success of English language learning for every child. Parents should consider sharing about their child’s cultural background, interest and their learning needs, which will help ESL teachers to create a personified learning experience for students. Below we have shared some of the best ways for parents to collaborate with ESL teacher.
Provide relevant information
Parents should consider sharing their child’s cultural background, native language, and specific difficulties they may have with teachers. This information will prove to be useful for teachers to understand the unique needs of your child.
Attend parent-teacher meetings
Parents should actively participate in parent-teacher meetings to discuss how their child is doing in school, what areas they are good in, and where they need to improve with the ESL teacher. They should also discuss language development strategies at home which parents are incorporating at home which helps ESL teachers as well to improve their children's learning experience.
Help with Homework
Parents should also consider assisting children in answering their English assignments and ensuring that they submit them on time. They should also discuss with the ESL teacher about the homework goal and purpose so they can provide the necessary support to their children to complete the assignment successfully.
4. Support in Consistent Language Learning Journey
Learning any language requires constant practice and consistent effort. Parents can make sure that their child is actively practicing English language learning every day. Below we have shared some of the ways with which every parent can make sure that their student is consistent in their language-learning journey:
Provide a language-rich environment: As mentioned earlier you can create an English learning environment at home for your child by utilizing English labels, posters, and books for a total immersion of children in language learning experience.
Act as a Translator: When a child is unable to understand instructions or materials that are in English, parents can play the role of an interpreter to help them. This will help ensure your child understands the English language better and they can actively participate in the ESL classroom.
Encourage Language Practice Outside of Home and School: Parents can encourage their children to order food at a restaurant or interact with his/her friends who speak English. This will help them to improve their language development skill further.
Take The Necessary Help from Parents To Improve Your ESL Teaching Experience
Learning a foreign language like English for children is not an easy task for non-native English-speaking students. In their English learning journey parent's contribution is equally important as ESL teachers. Those ESL teachers who have pursued courses like the Internationally Accredited TEFL/TESOL Course in Kolkata know really well how important a parent is for a child's language learning journey.
In this blog, we have shared various ways in which every parent can contribute to improving the language-learning journey of their children and also help ESL teachers to their teaching job successfully. By fostering all the above-mentioned tips you can empower your child’s English language learning journey successfully.
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