Learning Circle 1 Group members: Ebi, Anna, Zoe, Peach, Trang, Cindy

Part 1: Details of our discussion can be found at the links
http://www.flickr.com/photos/thutrang210986/6254336807/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/thutrang210986/6256795978/
Part 2: Summary

1. The three most noticeable areas of difference
+ Method: there are 2 typical types of classes: teacher-centered and student-centered
+ Interaction: in teacher-centered class (Zoe, Anna), there is not much communication between Ss while in student-centered class (Ebi, Trang, Peach, Cindy), S-S communication is dominant
+ Error correction: T focuses on grammar – correct Ss’ errors immediately, T is interested in Ss’ communication – be tolerant with Ss’ errors and correct later

2. Key similarities
+ All the classes develop the four language skills

3. One important point you want to make
+ The method one T uses can greatly be decided by the examination.
+ Teacher education is very important because it helps form their view of language, culture and the methods they employ