Ferdinand asks: "How do I repair holes in my students' grammar?" Episode Summary: How holes in your grammar can develop Different roles for the teacher: Teach what you know is right Teach what the student expects Raising awareness is the only way to help students self-monitor and fix their own mistakes If students resist basic grammar exercises, look for another way... How to raise awareness and encourage self-monitoring: Talk to them about their goals, and how better grammar would help "Stealth grammar" Record the student and have them listen back Write two sentences on the board, ask: "What's the difference?" Set writing tasks instead of speaking tasks - scaffold their language and highlight opportunities for better grammar Resources Mentioned In Today's Episode: