Hello! I am in the process of establishing a private school in Russia, where, with the help of a dedicated team, we will focus on teaching English. At 22 years old and nearing the completion of my studies at a pedagogical university, I have spent considerable time reflecting on and exploring various approaches to language instruction. My aim has been to distill the most effective elements of these methodologies into a cohesive and practical strategy that we can apply in our teaching.
The school is designed for learners aged 16 and above, with a starting English proficiency of at least B1. I am genuinely seeking input and suggestions from this thoughtful and knowledgeable community. Your insights and perspectives would be immensely appreciated.
It often feels as though education is regarded as an immutable field, with little consideration given to alternative approaches or innovation. I have found inspiration in works such as Ivan Illich’s Deschooling Society, the lexical approach to language learning, and the DOGME framework. Rather than outlining my specific ideas at this stage, I wish to first hear your thoughts, which I hope to analyze and compare with my own plans to refine them further.
Additionally, I have explored Susanne Cook-Greuter’s research on ego development and drawn valuable lessons from Leo’s oeuvres. I try to remain deeply mindful of how much there is still to learn and how many perspectives could enrich this project.
Thank you for your time! It is an honor.
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