Which one is correct?
"teach a class" or "teach in class"?

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teach a class

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate being the instructor or teacher responsible for a particular course or group of students.

This phrase is used when referring to the role of being the teacher for a specific class or course.

Examples:

  • She will teach a class on biology next semester.
  • He has been asked to teach a class on history.

Alternatives:

  • instruct a class
  • lead a class
  • be the teacher for a class
  • give a course
  • conduct a course

teach in class

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to the action of teaching within a specific classroom setting.

This phrase is used when describing the act of teaching a lesson or subject within the confines of a classroom environment.

Examples:

  • I will teach in class tomorrow.
  • She prefers to teach in class rather than online.

Alternatives:

  • teach a lesson in class
  • conduct a class
  • instruct students in a classroom
  • give a lecture in class
  • educate students in a classroom
Both phrases are correct, but they have different meanings and contexts. 'Teach in class' refers to the action of teaching within a specific classroom setting, while 'teach a class' means to be the instructor or teacher responsible for a particular course or group of students.

Last Updated: March 29, 2024

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