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How to teach online

Complete guide with best practices for effective online teaching on Hola25

Technical preparation

Required equipment
  • Webcam: Minimum HD quality (720p), preferably Full HD (1080p)

  • Microphone: Use external mic or headset with mic for superior audio quality

  • Internet connection: Minimum 5 Mbps upload/download for stable HD video

  • Lighting: Natural light or front lamp for clear visibility

Teaching environment
  • Quiet space: Choose a room without background noise

  • Clean background: Simple wall or organized shelf behind

  • Positioning: Camera at eye level, frame at chest level up

  • Test: Check audio and video before each lesson

Best practices

Prepare in advance

Prepare materials, exercises, and specific examples for each lesson. Structure the lesson with clear objectives for the 25 minutes.

Be punctual

Join the session 2-3 minutes early. Respecting the schedule inspires trust and professionalism.

Interact actively

Ask questions, check understanding, encourage the student to participate actively. Avoid long monologues.

Adapt to the student

Identify the student's learning style and adjust the lesson pace. Some prefer visual examples, others direct practice.

Provide constructive feedback

Highlight progress, correct mistakes tactfully, and offer concrete suggestions for improvement.

End with a summary

Last 2-3 minutes: summarize what you learned and suggest homework or exercises for the next session.

Structure of a 25-minute lesson

1
Minutes 1-3: Intro and recap

Greet the student, check audio/video, recap previous lesson or establish objectives for current session.

2
Minutes 4-18: Active teaching

Present new concept, use examples, demonstrations, images or diagrams. Encourage student to practice and ask questions.

3
Minutes 19-22: Guided practice

Student solves exercises or applies concept under your guidance. Correct mistakes on the spot and explain logically.

4
Minutes 23-25: Summary and closing

Summarize what you learned, suggest homework or additional resources, set date for next lesson if applicable.

Tips for success

Use visual resources: Share screen for documents, diagrams, presentations

Keep energy: Speak clearly, enthusiastically, and smile - helps engagement

Encourage questions: Create open environment where student feels comfortable asking

Track progress: Keep record of topics taught for each student

Request feedback: Ask students periodically how to improve lessons

Be flexible: If student struggles, adjust lesson plan on the spot

Ready to start teaching?

Apply these tips and deliver quality lessons to your students.