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I received the profession of a teacher of Estonian and a philologist at the University of Tartu, and I have been working in this field since the acquisition of the specialty. For decades, I have taught both schoolchildren and adults who have acquired a communication language and have been helping learners to prepare for language proficiency exams.
In language learning, I consider a pleasantly relaxed atmosphere very important. When moving towards a common goal, mutual understanding and support of learners and teachers play a prominent role. Various role-playing games, pairs and small group works help to capture attention and keep learners active.
During the training, I use role games, communication situations, pantomime, quizzes, interviews, songs, various associations, rhymes, rhythms, etc. I compile a lot of study materials myself, as in continuous co-operation with learners, new needs and opportunities arise that can be supported through various activities/exercises. My goal is to create a playful and entertaining language environment for learners, in which everyone gets an exciting learning experience and enjoys the development of their language skills.
I am delighted to be able to improve and develop myself. I have completed a number of trainings for trainers: The continuing education program of values development for trainers at the Center for Ethics of University of Tartu, training for the trainers of Minutes of Silence, in 2018 a program for developing Estonian as a second language.
Beneficial consistency leads to the goal.
As an adult educator, I:
- identify the needs and expectations of the study group; prepare and adapt learning materials based on the curriculum/training programme;
- support learners in identifying and achieving their individual goals and in aligning them with the overall objectives of the training; create a physical, mental, and social environment conducive to language learning;
- continuously gather feedback from the learners about the learning process;
- analyse and evaluate my own activities in the learning process; recognise my strengths and development needs;
- am aware of the possibilities of digital learning and can use appropriate methods for delivering digital learning in adult education.
I participate in events organized by the Estonian Association of Foreign Language Teachers (EVÕL), attend conferences and seminars, and take part in professional discussions.
I have conducted a training session at the Multilingua Spring Academy at the Arvo Pärt Centre.
I participated in an Erasmus+ learning mobility in 2022 (Rome).
I have created topical learning materials for beginner-level learners and use various gamification techniques in my lessons.
