Teacher's Interview (Ms.Qureshi)

Q1. What can students learn from this English class (Grade 11–12)?
Students learn how to prepare for higher education, especially university. The class focuses on strong writing skills, literary analysis, and critical thinking. Students study poetry, drama, and Shakespeare, and learn how to read and write at an advanced level. Overall, the course ensures students are well prepared for graduation and the next stage of their academic lives.

Q2. How would you describe your teaching style?
My teaching style is structured and professional. I expect students to stay on task and complete their work. At the same time, I value building connections with students and making myself approachable so they feel comfortable asking for help or discussing concerns.

Q3. Are there any special skills students need for this class?
There are no special skills beyond being competent in English. Students need to be able to read and write well. Since English is a mandatory graduation requirement, students are expected to take the subject seriously and put in consistent effort.

Q4. How many students are usually in one Grade 11–12 English class?
Typically, an English class has up to 30 students. A full class usually has around 28–29 students.

Q5. How can English benefit students in the future?
Strong reading and writing skills benefit students in any field. Regardless of career path, students who communicate well tend to be more successful. English is especially important for job applications, professional communication, and higher education. These skills play a major role in long-term success.

Q6. What do you think students like best about your class?
Students appreciate that they genuinely learn something in my class. I focus on ensuring that lessons are clear and that students understand the material by the end of each lesson.

Q7. How far can students succeed in this class?
Students can succeed as long as they complete assignments, read consistently, pay attention in class, and follow instructions. Reading is especially important. With steady effort, students are very likely to be successful.

Q8. What is the typical average grade for students who stay on task and complete their work?
Students who consistently do their work, stay focused, and meet expectations often achieve high grades, including A-level results.

Q9. Is this class useful for students’ futures?
Yes. English is essential for academic success, career opportunities, and effective communication later in life.

Teacher's Interview (Ms.Morit)

Q: What is the most fun thing about English?
A: The most fun part of English is discussion. Students get to talk about different ideas, books, movies, and topics that involve multiple perspectives and opinions.

Q: What is the hardest thing about English?
A: Grammar is often the hardest part—knowing when you’ve made a mistake and how to fix it. Writing essays can also be challenging.

Q: What is the easiest thing about English?
A: If you enjoy talking and expressing ideas, English can be relatively easy because discussion and communication are central to the subject.

Q: What does a typical English lesson look like?
A: A typical lesson focuses on literary techniques or common elements found in stories and poetry, using examples from books, short stories, and poems.

Q: What novels do you recommend?
A: For high school students, classic novels like Animal Farm and works by Shakespeare are recommended. For more modern reading, The Giver and other dystopian or advanced novels are good choices.

Q: Why is English an important subject?
A: English is used every day. Even after high school, students need it for clear communication, writing emails, and professional or trade-related work. It develops reading and writing skills essential for daily life.

Q: Why is English taught as a second language in many countries?
A: English spread historically through British influence and colonial history, and it later became dominant due to the global power and influence of English-speaking countries.

Q: What are the benefits of English compared to other languages?
A: English is spoken by millions of people worldwide and is often the global standard language. Even for multilingual speakers, English is commonly used as a second language.

Q: What disadvantages does English have compared to other languages?
A: English is difficult to learn because it does not consistently follow its own rules. Unlike languages such as Spanish or French, mastering English grammar and spelling can be unpredictable.

Q: Are there disadvantages to learning English in general?
A: There are few disadvantages to learning English. However, only knowing English can be limiting; knowing multiple languages is a greater advantage.

Q: What is the most important part of English?
A: Reading is the most important part. Students should choose reading material they enjoy, since everyone reads daily—it’s just a matter of reading things they like.

Student's interview

Student wish to remain Anonymous

Q: What is your impression of English so far?
A: It’s awesome. I love it.

Q: What is your teacher like (strict, nice, or easy-going)?
A: My teacher is very nice, but the class is kind of hard.

Q: How is this class going to impact your life?
A: It’s going to impact my life a lot. I love English so much.

Q: What is this class like so far?
A: It’s kind of hard, but it’s okay.

Q: Do you like the class?
A: Yes, I like it.

Q: Do you want a job related to English in the future?
A: No.

Q: Are there any difficulties in your English class?
A: There is a lot of work, and I don’t always have time for it because I also have to work.

Q: Is the class difficult in any specific way?
A: Yes, my essay marks are not very good.

Q: What is one thing you would do differently if you had to repeat English?
A: I would start my essays much earlier.

Q: Has English changed the way you learn or think?
A: Yes, a lot.

Q: How has it changed you?
A: It makes me think about the world more deeply.

Q: Will this class be a big part of your life after you graduate?
A: Maybe, but probably not.

Q: What do you want to be in the future?
A: I want to go into medicine.

Q: Does that require English?
A: I’m not sure, but I can speak English, so hopefully that’s enough.