Ig-D Michailidou

My teaching philosophy is built entirely around a student-centered approach. I believe that the most effective way to master a new skill, especially a language, is through active participation rather than passive listening. In my lessons, the student speaks at least 70–80% of the time. My role is to act as a facilitator and guide, creating a safe and encouraging environment where you feel confident to express yourself, make mistakes, and learn from them in real-time.

?My Teaching Methods:

I utilize communicative language teaching (CLT) and task-based learning. This means we won't just study abstract grammar rules; instead, we will use the language to solve problems, discuss interesting topics, and simulate real-world scenarios. I tailor every lesson to your specific interests,whether that is business, travel, or daily conversation to ensure the content is always relevant and engaging.

?What a Typical Lesson Looks Like:

?Warm-up: A brief, high-energy conversation to get you thinking in the target language. ?Active Production: We dive into the main topic where I provide prompts, images, or questions that require you to explain your thoughts and opinions. ?Real-time Feedback: While you speak, I take notes on your "fossilized" errors or areas for improvement. We review these together at natural breaks so your flow isn't interrupted. ?Goal Setting: We conclude by reviewing what you've achieved and what we will tackle next.