Q& A

I think I have the gift of teaching but I’ve never taught in a formal classroom setting. Am I qualified to teach the Common Ground program?
Yes! With the appropriate training you will easily be able to teach the material provided. There are step-by-step instructions on carrying out each lesson and a Teacher Resources section to answer many of your basic questions and will equip you to answer the questions that come your way in your classroom.

What if I don’t speak the language where I am teaching, will that be a problem in the classroom?
No! That’s the best part. The classes will be conducted entirely in English. As the majority of students overseas are not able to study with native speakers, your native speaking ability will provide an opportunity for the students to practice what they know. It is much better for your students to be immersed in the language they are learning – even if it’s only for a few hours a day. It will be in their best interests if you strongly encourage them to speak only English in the classroom.

How many students should be in each class?
The class size will vary from case to case. We recommend between 10 – 16 students per class for an optimum setting. As the class involves much participation and speaking, the teaching is better able to assist their students when there are fewer in their class. The materials are also flexible enough to be modified for use in a one-on-one tutoring session or with a larger sized class.

Can these materials be used in any country?
Painstaking efforts have been taken to assure that these materials may be used in any country world-wide, regardless of their social, political or religious persuasion. We have avoided subjects that might be offensive in one culture or another without diminishing the overall effectiveness of the program.