Philosophy, Methodology, Flexibility
A good teaching philosophy is much more important than any methodology.
Some methodologies presented as being the best or most modern, often end up being mere recipes or even straitjackets. They often tie teacher and learner down more than they aid the learning process.
Good teaching is based on the philosophy of always trying to find out what a certain learner wants and needs to learn. In order to do so, I use elements from all different methodologies or approaches I know and whenever necessary, develop new techniques and material in order to adapt the teaching to the learner.
These are principles I follow to help my pupils with efficiently learning to communicate adequately in English and Dutch.
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Focus on conversation and text interpretation.
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Text production, optional.
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Roleplay simulations of everyday and work related situations, including problem solving.
- Not only correct use of grammar and vocabulary are evaluated and trained but just as important, the learners capacity to present thoughts logically and clearly during conversation.
- Course customized to students' private and professional goals.
- Preparation for international symposia and work visits.
- training, individual or groups, at Rua Vereador Washington Walfrido 172, apt. 2,
Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
or on-site (in-company).
- Preparation for exams like Cambridge (KET, PET, CAE, FCE, proficiency) IELTS, TOEFL.
- Tourist travel.
Teacher
- Ton van Hattum
- MSc in Neurobology and Human Ethology (Universiteit van Amsterdam).
- Vast experience teaching English and Dutch for specific and academic purposes (ESP, EAP), Immersion.
- Specialized in language training for areas like human sciences, biology, business, management and information technology (IT).
- Is able to find the best way to solve the problems of each student.
