Class opening

For ideas and tips on beginning a class, see “Teaching Techniques” at the back of this teacher’s guide.

Step1: Check to see if the students have previewed the text as required. Ask three students to read the text aloud. You sho uld be able to tell whether they understand what they are reading from the way that they read aloud.

Step2: Play the tape or read the passage. Ask this question: Why do zoos protect animals?

Step3: Play the tape or read the readings again, pause after ev ery line, and ask t he students to repeat (a) chorus,(b) in small groups, (c) individually.