English Like A Native Podcast Attention Everyone - Useful English Phrases
Aug 29, 2025
Discover how a casual, unscripted podcast format boosts English listening skills. Learn effective attention-grabbing techniques, including clapping methods and engaging directives to enhance presentations. The speaker shares real-life experiences navigating the challenges of being a substitute teacher, highlighting the struggles of maintaining order during chaotic classroom dynamics. It's a captivating blend of practical tips and personal stories that make learning English both fun and relatable.
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Visiting A Reception Phonics Lesson
- Anna describes attending her son's reception phonics session to observe classroom management.
- She contrasts nursery free play with structured primary-school lessons to show the shift in routines.
Use A Clap Call-And-Response
- Use a simple rhythmic clap call-and-response to cut through noise and gather children's attention quickly.
- The teacher claps a pattern and children respond in rhythm, which reliably brings them together.
Invite People To Sit Politely
- Ask people to 'find a seat' or 'take a seat' when beginning a meeting to invite them to sit.
- Use 'take your seats' for auditorium-style settings when people are standing or moving about.