Preparation time

In the context of English language teaching preparation time is the time needed to prepare classes.

The amount of time needed to prepare a class will vary widely depending on the objective of the class, the teacher's experience, the materials available and the methodology being used.

If a teacher is going to create a topical class from scratch then preparation time could conceivably be measured in hours.

If the class is based on a course book then all the materials are provided for the teacher and less work and imagination are needed.

If a teacher is a devotee of dogme then preparation may be minimal.