Online Tutor Responds to Critics: Is Teaching English 'Real Work'?

Online Tutor Addresses Criticisms: "Is Teaching English Real Work?" A Polish English tutor, Caro Langs, recently addressed criticism leveled against her teaching methods in a TikTok video. Viewers questioned if her work constitutes "real work" and criticized the perceived lack of structure in her lessons. Langs responded by detailing her lesson preparation, including reviewing student work and creating engaging content. She also shared student feedback, highlighting both positive experiences and instances where students lacked engagement. "A lot of students don't put in the effort to review material outside of our sessions," Langs explained. One comment read, "These lessons are pointless; you need to read newspapers and watch TV with subtitles to improve." Langs countered by explaining that her videos are challenges, not formal lessons, and that consistent review is crucial. The video concluded with a graph illustrating the forgetting curve, emphasizing the importance of regular review. Langs's response highlights the complexities of online tutoring and the importance of student engagement.