These days students are different because they are being raised in a world full of technology. It is quite natural for students of all ages to make use of it in almost every aspect of their everyday lives. Consequently, digital tools for teachers need to be applied in the classroom. They can even be used […]
There are few things as scary as giving your first lessons. No matter how much preparation you’ve had, the first time you step in front of a classroom is still like plunging into cold water headfirst. But your first day will be a lot less scary if you keep in mind these three simple tips: […]
When we see our children or our students heading in the wrong direction, our first instinct is to stop and correct them. It’s natural. We want to protect them from pain, disappointment, and frustration. However, by letting children experience natural consequences of their choices (especially the upsetting consequences), we help them to become more competent, […]
Imagine the sight of a single teacher keeping the entire class engaged and making sure that they follow the lesson. With sometimes more than 30 people in the room, it is indeed not easy! But, thanks to the helping hand of technology, all this has become much easier for teachers. With the advent of various […]
Most people who’ve tried to learn a language and failed probably have traumatic memories of the “traditional language learning experience”. You probably know what that is all about: Standing up in class to speak when called on. Conjugating verbs before you know how to introduce yourself. Filling out multiple-choice tests with information crammed in your […]
Homework. A dreaded concept for school children, a source of confusion for language teachers. Whether, and if so what type of homework, to give is a question also heatedly debated in the wider teaching profession, as a growing number of people argue for moving away from the entire concept. However, when it comes to private […]
Teaching children about grammar, punctuation, spelling and different writing techniques can sound daunting to them, especially when you put it like that. Creating a plan to inspire them to want to learn how to effectively use them can be even more difficult. There are thousands of examples of beautiful and inspiring pieces of literature that […]
One of the most important goals for any ESL student is to gain conversational skills. It’s crucial that you give your students plenty of opportunity to converse with each other, but sometimes it can be challenging to think of new topics for your students to practice speaking. Here are six fun speaking topics for your […]
Globalisation is bringing humanity closer together. Advances in transport, travel, trade, and technology have resulted in increased connections between nations. For teachers, it’s important to equip ESL students to engage with their English-speaking peers. Teaching negotiation skills can prepare your ESL students to express themselves. An ESL-centric negotiation seminar can equip students to make better […]
A teacher has great responsibility to prepare the students for the real world. All those lessons and assignments may seem irrelevant, but they are important pieces of the puzzle. When it comes to essay writing, most students don’t understand how they would use that skill later on. However, that’s the skill that prepares them for […]
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