BusyTeacher’s Stacy Zeiger has published an useful article titled ‘Getting English Language Learners to Put Down the Books and Have Some Fun’. It’s no surprise to learn that countries like America put a much stronger emphasis on free time and having fun than some of their Eastern counterparts. Some students come from countries where education… Continue reading Getting English Language Learners to Put Down the Books and Have Some Fun
Category: ELTWeekly Volume 11
18 Worksheets for Adult ESL Students
If you’re an ESL teacher, it’s not uncommon to have students who are young children, as well as some who are well into their adulthood. Teaching adult learners ESL can look different depending on their exposure to English. Some students are true beginners and have never spoken a word of English in their lives. Others have… Continue reading 18 Worksheets for Adult ESL Students
Academic Writing: Language and Style by Dr. Pushp Lata [ELT Summit 2020]
Here the first video from ELT Summit 2020 international virtual conference held on June 27-28, 2020. In this video,Dr. Pushp Lata talks about proper style of writing which constitutes the indispensable part of a research and its publication. Watch the video here.
How to teach English abroad
The Cambridge English team has published an interesting article titled ‘How to teach English abroad’. Teaching English is a rewarding profession that can enable you to live and work in fascinating places all over the world. It will give you the opportunity to learn valuable skills, such as problem solving, communication and flexibility. As well… Continue reading How to teach English abroad
Writing tests for teenagers – where to begin!
Robin Lee of Oxford University Press has published an article titled ‘Writing tests for teenagers – where to begin’. Creating items (test questions) for English language assessments is a tricky business, particularly for teens. You need to ensure that the item produces an accurate and valid measurement of the skill you are trying to test… Continue reading Writing tests for teenagers – where to begin!
How to Keep Your Students Engaged Online
Here is another article from Andrea Giordano of ESLBasics.com. We’re in a new era of teaching. Ready or not, online education is the norm in 2020. For some of you, you’re excited about the challenge. For others, you may be wondering how you’re ever going to adapt. I want you to keep in mind that even the… Continue reading How to Keep Your Students Engaged Online
ELTWeekly Volume 11, Issue 7
‘How to Keep Your Students Engaged Online’ Webinar, August 1 Using Project-Based Learning to Prepare Students for Cutting-Edge Careers Maximising speaking opportunities in online lessons [Resource] Reflections—and Lessons Learned—From Remote Learning 12 tips for teaching an unforgettable online English class Collaborative Learning Online And In The Socially Distanced Classroom SAY WHAT? How to help your… Continue reading ELTWeekly Volume 11, Issue 7
‘How to Keep Your Students Engaged Online’ Webinar, August 1
The International Society for Educational Leadership is hosting a private webinar with Andrea Giordano of Study with Andrea. In this special webinar, Andrea will help you to explore ways t keep your students engaged in the new normal. Educators from all subjects and disciplines are welcome to join a special conversation with Andrea who has been… Continue reading ‘How to Keep Your Students Engaged Online’ Webinar, August 1
Christopher Emdin: Teach teachers how to create magic [Video]
What do rap shows, barbershop banter and Sunday services have in common? As Christopher Emdin says, they all hold the secret magic to enthrall and teach at the same time — and it’s a skill we often don’t teach to educators. The science advocate (and cofounder of Science Genius B.A.T.T.L.E.S. with the GZA of the… Continue reading Christopher Emdin: Teach teachers how to create magic [Video]
Maximising speaking opportunities in online lessons [Resource]
The BBC Teaching English team has published a new useful resource on ‘Maximising speaking opportunities in online lessons’. They say, “Developing speaking skills in online lessons is different from in a face-to-face class, but it is still possible. A little creativity and imagination are needed on the part of the teacher and the learners. This… Continue reading Maximising speaking opportunities in online lessons [Resource]