Gabin Tonfack

One effective teaching method for an online French tutoring class is the communicative approach. This approach emphasizes the use of authentic communication in real-world situations, which can help students learn to speak and understand French more fluently and naturally.

Here's an example of how this method could be used in a French tutoring class:

Introduce a real-world scenario, such as ordering food at a French café.
Provide students with the vocabulary and grammar necessary to communicate in this situation.
Role-play the scenario with the student, providing corrections and feedback as needed.
Encourage the student to practice the scenario on their own, using their new language skills.
Repeat the process with other real-world scenarios, building on the student's vocabulary and grammar knowledge over time.
By using the communicative approach, the tutor can help the student develop their ability to use French in a variety of situations and contexts, building their confidence and fluency in the language.
Introduction and warm-up: Start the class with a brief introduction and a warm-up activity to get the student engaged and focused on the topic.

This could include a quick review of previously learned material or a conversation in French about a topic of interest to the student.

Real-world scenario: I introduce a real-world scenario that is relevant and interesting to the student. This could be ordering food at a café, making travel plans, or having a conversation with a French-speaking friend. I provide the student with the vocabulary and grammar they need to communicate effectively in this scenario.

Role-play: I role-play the scenario with the student, providing corrections and feedback as needed. I encourage the student to ask questions and make mistakes, as this is a key part of the learning process.

Practice: I give the student the opportunity to practice the scenario on their own, using their new language skills. This could involve completing a written or oral exercise, or having a conversation with a partner or the tutor.

Review: I review the key vocabulary and grammar points covered in the lesson, and provide the student with feedback on their progress.
I encourage the student to reflect on what they have learned and set goals for future classes.

By using this format, I can help the student develop their ability to communicate in French in a way that is engaging, practical, and relevant to their interests and goals.