Here is Gavin Dudeney’s second exclusive article for TeachingEnglish. I’m fortunate enough to be able to go to quite a few face-to-face conferences every year, generally as a speaker, though I also attend as many sessions as I can at each event – there’s always something to learn from any speaker, no matter how experienced… Continue reading #49, Article: ‘Personal Learning Networks’ by Gavin Dudeney
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#49, Research Article: ‘Grammar in Second and Foreign Language Pedagogy’ by Anindya Syam Choudhury
The issue of “grammar instruction” in Second/Foreign Language Learning Teaching is among the most hotly debated ones. Of course, there is no gainsaying that grammatical competence alone cannot account for what is involved in the mastery of a language. However, the reaction against grammar teaching which resulted due to the communicative approach revolution has certain… Continue reading #49, Research Article: ‘Grammar in Second and Foreign Language Pedagogy’ by Anindya Syam Choudhury
ELTWeekly Issue#48 Contents
Tip of the week: Using videos to teach English News: Language Structure Is Partly Determined by Social Structure Video:: Teaching Syllables eBook: Research in the Language Classroom Article: ‘Simulated immersion’ by Duncan M Research Paper: ‘An Evaluative Study of Some Online Websites for Learning and Teaching English as a Foreign Language’ by Aly, Mahsoub Abdul-Sadeq… Continue reading ELTWeekly Issue#48 Contents
#48, Article: ‘Simulated immersion’ by Duncan M
Duncan says, “I have often found that learners of all levels feel that there is inadequate time spent on listening in most language courses. Adult learners often complain that (sometimes) after years of study, they can’t understand native speakers. This is partly because they do not receive adequate exposure to authentic texts in class. Another… Continue reading #48, Article: ‘Simulated immersion’ by Duncan M
#48, Research Paper: ‘An Evaluative Study of Some Online Websites for Learning and Teaching English as a Foreign Language’ by Aly, Mahsoub Abdul-Sadeq
Abstract of the paper: Although there are many websites designed and published on the Internet for learning and teaching English, little use of them is done by both Egyptian EFL teachers and students. The textbook is usually their main concern and focus. That is why the present study draws more light on the importance of… Continue reading #48, Research Paper: ‘An Evaluative Study of Some Online Websites for Learning and Teaching English as a Foreign Language’ by Aly, Mahsoub Abdul-Sadeq
ELTWeekly Issue#47 Contents
Research Paper: ‘FUEL, Functional and Useful English Learning, An EFL Teaching System’ by Joe Drakos ELT Resource: UsingEnglish.com Interview with Dr Jagdish Joshi Article: ‘Using news articles’ by BBC TE Editor Download Webinar: Pronunciation in Communication: An aviation Perspective Lesson Plan: Learning styles Discuss & Vote @ BBC LE: Dictionaries in the classroom Free eBook:… Continue reading ELTWeekly Issue#47 Contents
#47, Article: ‘Using news articles’ by BBC TE Editor
Topical news stories are a great source of teaching material. This article presents different ways to exploit news reports in the classroom and focuses on raising the level of involvement and participation that the students have in the lesson. Selection criteria Before reading First reading Second reading Language focus Follow up Sources Selection criteria It… Continue reading #47, Article: ‘Using news articles’ by BBC TE Editor
#47, Lesson Plan: Learning styles
Level: Upper-Intermediate to Advanced This lesson is based on an audio extract which can be found on the British Council LearnEnglish Professional website. It encourages students to reflect on their learning styles and gives them an opportunity to put into practice the learning strategies they hear being discussed on the audio. For teachers without access… Continue reading #47, Lesson Plan: Learning styles
#47, Free eBook: English as a Second Language in the United Kingdom
This is, of course, as much a key topic in the UK as it was in 1985 when this book was originally published. The book aimed to cover ‘English teaching to British residents’ and addresses teaching children in the school sector; teaching adults in education and in the workplace; and teacher training, among others. One… Continue reading #47, Free eBook: English as a Second Language in the United Kingdom
#47, Video: David Crystal – Which English?
Which ‘English’ should we teach our students? Global English with Professor David Crystal. Another innovative feature of Global – Macmillan’s new course for adult learners of English. Visit the website www.macmillanenglish.com/global to download a complete sample unit, and the chance to win a Flip camcorder or antique-style globe.