For example, never start each class the same way or with the same activity, try to open the door, write a word on the board and to tell them what they think of it, e.g. procrastination, which is the art to postpone saying things through different techniques. if their level is lower, try with " laptop " , if they don �t participate at random, call 6 or 8 to the front and start telling them to use the word in a statement or sentence.

Working in small groups is even better, because you can find the main problem, they don�t know why they study or they feel they are doing something that is worthless, when I have to teach teenagers, the biggest point is to reach to the point in which they share their doubts with you, you need icebreakers, games, activities that motivate them to speak, I usually send activities and the way to use them, at least 2 - 3 ideas.

Use pair work sometimes, or organize debates in class, using powerpoints or handouts.

ESLprintables is the place where you can find fantastic ideas, I have learned a lot and added my own tricks to the people here. I know I haven �t discovered the dry coke, but I think that the lack of communication between teacher and students can be eliminated if the teacher tries his/her best to promote it.

I hope my words  can  help you. ( I love Bs As! )  

Antonio, Lima - Per�