This conference hosted by University of Mumbai and ISEL will attempt to enrich academic work and deliberate on theoretical frameworks with which one can understand and critically engage with notions of nation, diaspora and the transnational from an interdisciplinary perspective, with a focus on South Asian Canadian communities. The conference shall open up possibilities of… Continue reading Conference: Space, Narratives, and South Asian Canadian Diasporic/Transnational Experiences, March 4-5, 2021

ELTED has published a research paper ‘Expanding English language teachers’ knowledge repertoire‘ by Patrick Mthethwa. This paper extends discussion of the constituents of teachers’ knowledge in the 21st century classrooms. Drawing from a broad literature base, the paper argues that although a well-designed English language teacher education program is essential in positioning an English language… Continue reading Expanding English language teachers’ knowledge repertoire [Research Paper]

ELTED has published a research paper ‘Exploring the possibilities of reporting teacher research through comics‘ by Darren Elliott. There is an undeniable element of gimmickry in publishing research in comic form. This may be helpful in getting your work actually read; in such a crowded field it is good to stand out. However, it remains… Continue reading Exploring the possibilities of reporting teacher research through comics [Research Paper]

Here is an useful article from Edutopia. When students who are learning English struggle in school, it can be especially difficult to figure out why—and how to help. There are plenty of “myths and misconceptions about services and supports” for English language learners (ELLs), writes Lydia Breiseth for Understood, leading schools to sometimes refer language learners for… Continue reading 3 Tips to Remember When English Language Learners Struggle

From BusyTeacher. Although most don’t make any sense at all, they can certainly help your students improve their pronunciation skills. Besides, they’re a lot of fun! So, to spice things up a bit and inject a dose of silliness in the classroom, try using some of these classic tongue twisters combined with our useful suggestions for teaching… Continue reading Tongue twisters in the ESL classroom – yes or no?

Read this interesting article on exam preparation by the Cambridge English team. English language exams are stepping stones to bigger and better things. Exams give students something to aim for and help them develop the skills they need in their lives, education and the workplace. Teachers everywhere want to see their students do well. So… Continue reading Five exam preparation tips to help build student confidence

The Oxford University Press ELT team has published this useful article on online teacher training. At OUP we’ve been running online teacher training since 2011, so we know what makes a great webinar! Today I’m sharing my 5 top tips for optimising your online teacher training with us, so you can focus on getting the… Continue reading 5 Ways To Take Your Online Teacher Training To The Next Level!