Our lessons have changed a lot in the past year. While COVID forced the change, there are many things we will keep post COVID.
Individual desks:
Previously, we had 1 big table. Students would do reading and speaking activities in groups of 3 or in pairs at the big table.
Now, students work individually at their own desk. This has distinct benefits:
No Japanese (separated from friends so couldn’t speak)
Students more focused (couldn’t rely on other students