TEFL Classroom Management 4

Question 1

What is the 'least intrusive intervention' principle in classroom management?

Accepted Answer

Begin with the mildest effective response (eye contact, proximity) before using more disruptive measures

Answer

Using the least intrusive intervention first minimizes disruption to the class while still addressing the behavior effectively.

Question 2

A teacher notices that transitions between activities take too long in their EFL class. Which strategy best reduces transition time?

Accepted Answer

Teach and practice transition procedures explicitly until they become routine

Answer

Explicitly teaching and rehearsing transition routines builds automaticity so students move efficiently between activities over time.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes 'withitness' in classroom management?

Accepted Answer

A teacher's awareness of all student activity and ability to respond quickly to emerging issues

Answer

'Withitness' (Kounin's term) refers to a teacher's continuous monitoring of classroom dynamics and timely response before situations escalate.

Question 4

In an adult EFL class, a student persistently dominates discussions preventing others from contributing. What is the most appropriate management strategy?

Accepted Answer

Implement structured turn-taking protocols such as discussion cards or talking chips

Answer

Structured turn-taking tools equitably distribute speaking opportunities without singling out or embarrassing the dominant student.

Question 5

A teacher notices that students frequently misunderstand task instructions. Which technique most efficiently checks for understanding of instructions?

Accepted Answer

Use concept-checking questions (CCQs) that verify comprehension without requiring yes/no answers

Answer

CCQs probe actual understanding rather than superficial compliance, revealing whether students have grasped what they are supposed to do.

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TEFL Classroom Management 4