Teaching conversation to low-level adult English learners, especially in an online setting, can be a rewarding yet challenging task. However, with the right approach and creative activities, you can help your students develop their speaking skills and boost their confidence in using English for everyday communication. In this article, we will explore some engaging activities tailored to A2-level adult learners that you can use to make online conversation lessons fun and effective. Picture-Based Prompts: One effective way to initiate conversations is by using picture-based prompts. Share an image with your students and ask them to describe what they see. This encourages vocabulary use and helps learners communicate their thoughts in simple sentences. Activity: Share an image of a busy street, a family, or a restaurant. Ask questions like, "What do you see in the picture?" or "Where do you think this is?" Encourage students to respond with descriptive sentences. Role-...
David White is an Australian English teacher who has been living in Peru since 2001. In partnership with his wife Claudia, they are the owners of ¨English For You Language Institute´, an institute that specializes in the teaching of all levels of English from Basic (A1) to Advanced (C2) including international exam preparation. They are also the owners of ELT Educational Services and David is also the Headmaster of the American School, a respected bilingual ib school in Northern Peru.