How Do You Address L1 Interference in a Large Classroom Setting?

A discussion in Teaching English in Indonesia on the SpeakWise Indonesia teacher forum.

A teacher in our community recently shared their challenges with L1 interference during English lessons. With large classes and the pressures of the curriculum, it can be tough to find effective strategies to encourage students to use English more confidently. We’d love to hear your personal experiences and techniques—what has worked for you in overcoming these challenges while enriching your students' learning journey?