Vanna Petrou

Interview information

Organization responsible for the interview: Olympion

Country: Cyprus

Occupation: French teacher

Small bio / CV:

French Teacher with 4 years of experience. Taught classes in a private school.

Date of the Interview: 02.06.2024

Short Summary of the interview:

The focus group consisted of three English teachers discussing their experiences teaching children aged 6 to 12 with learning difficulties. They highlighted the challenges they face, particularly in maintaining students’ concentration and ensuring they keep up with the pace of lessons. The teachers emphasized the importance of using engaging tools like interactive boards, games, and group activities to help these students stay focused and motivated. Overall, the focus group provided insights into the practical challenges and strategies for teaching foreign languages to young students with learning difficulties, highlighting the need for adaptive teaching methods and ongoing professional development.

Most important statement

“I think we could enhance our skills and competencies by attending seminars or training lessons that focus on learning disabilities and how to motivate students more effectively.”

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