Whilst I always recommend you move up to group lessons (with ideally 8 students!) as soon as possible (they work out financially and academically better for all involved – after all it’s much more fun talking in English to your friends rather than just the teacher!) many of us did of course start with one-on-one lessons.
And, compared with other systems, Genki English gets really great results.
Elisabeth has just sent in this email of her first one-on-one lesson in Canada with Genki English:
I finally started my first lessons. I teach one to one. Not too easy but…….it was a great succes !!
Even the most shy kids were moving and singing together with me. They all like your games very much.
This afternoon a very shy five year old, who cried a lot when his mom left, wanted to stay at the end of the lesson and play the game. His mom came to pick him up and asked him what he learned. Although he almost didn t say anything during the lesson, he whispered in her ear: What’s your name? My name is Emile.
Can you imagine how proud I was of him??!!!Greetings from Elisabeth
I’m always very happy to get emails like this! What success stories have you had with Genki English?
P.S. The minicard games are also really popular for this type of lesson. Just follow the regular lesson plan and curriculum, but swap out the class game for one of the minicard games.
P.P.S. I’ve also written up my other One-on-one lesson ideas here.
Earn More From Your Passion For Teaching English!
hi there!!! we have adopted your programme in our school this year and it has completely changed the way we teach. kids love it and it certainly makes the teachers excited. thank you so much. keep creating new stuff!!!
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thanks a lot again!
I’ve recently received your free starter pack; my kids and I loved it! I am saving money each month so that I can purchase your whole set sometime soon.
Hi,
I have a boyfriend who is 26 years old and does not know a single word on English. We are from Malaysia and first language is Malay. But he wants to learn English. How can I teach him? He doesn’t have much free time as well because of work. Please help me 🙂
Hi Maui, this is my guide for adult students!
http://www.genkienglish.net/successsecretsforlearningenglish.htm
Anyone ever tried GENKI English in an On Line Session (Perhaps using ‘ManyCam’).
I have done a GENKI English Song or GENKI Phonics, for some of my ‘DaDaABC’ younger Students when there was still time at the end of the Courseware (and not worth starting on next Unit). seemed better than playing Tic/Yac/Toe or something!