These activities give learners opportunities to discuss issues of personal interest and concern with others and to solve problems related to survival, family, and employment. When viewed as part of the process of developing needed competencies using the English language, they are usually not considered invasive or out of context by either students or teachers. Some suggestions for activities are listed below. Language experience stories. Learners write to their teacher about topics of their own choice, and the teacher responds to them in writing.
Learners respond to questions about a story told through photos or drawings.
Out of this simple activity came an array of language and culture learning, giving opportunities to talk about register and to look at acceptable forms of offering advice. Even such a straightforward exercise as this may be problematic. Students map and reflect on the highs and lows of their past while looking ahead to the future. Teachers can network. Most teachers are not therapists, but they can work with others who have more knowledge and experience.