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Breaking the Ice: Exploring Facilitating and Topic Lead-In Icebreakers

Icebreaker activities serve as valuable tools for building rapport, fostering engagement, and creating a positive learning environment in various educational settings. Among the plethora of icebreaker options available, facilitating and…

tesol March 25, 2024

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The Pillars of Influence: Three Essential Characteristics of Impactful Teachers in Childhood

Teachers play a pivotal role in shaping the lives and futures of young learners. Beyond imparting knowledge and academic skills, influential teachers possess certain characteristics that leave a lasting impact…

tesol March 25, 2024

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Dynamic Language Mastery: Total Physical Response for Business English Professionals

"Dynamic Language Mastery" offers a groundbreaking approach to teaching English to business professionals through Total Physical Response (TPR). This innovative methodology harnesses the power of physical movement to reinforce language…

tesol March 25, 2024

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Mastering Business English: Essential Strategies for Non-Native Adult Learners

Discover the essential strategies and best practices for teaching Business English to non-native speaking adults. This comprehensive guide provides educators with valuable insights into understanding learner needs, tailoring instruction to…

tesol March 25, 2024

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Embracing Communication: The Communicative Approach to Teaching English

Introduction: In the realm of language education, the Communicative Approach stands as a beacon of innovation and effectiveness. Departing from traditional rote memorization and grammar drills, this approach places communication…

tesol March 25, 2024

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Overcoming Fluency Hurdles: Animal Instincts & ESL Strategies

Get ready to transform your students' understanding of language with this engaging lesson on personification! We'll delve into relatable animal characters that embody common pitfalls that hinder English fluency. Students…

tesol March 20, 2024

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12 Key Principals for Success in TEFL

Learning English effectively unlocks a world of possibilities: greater communication, career opportunities, and deeper cultural understanding. To achieve this, it's essential to acknowledge the benefits and embrace the process wholeheartedly.…

tesol March 12, 2024

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Implementing the Communicative Approach in Business English

The Communicative Approach (CA) emphasizes real-world language use and meaningful interactions. This makes it a powerful tool for Business English, where fluency matters as much as grammatical perfection. Let's dive…

tesol March 8, 2024

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Key Principles when Teaching Ethics in Business English

Here's a breakdown of key principles when teaching Business English to adult learners, followed by the argument for including ethical considerations: Principles for Effective TESOL Business with Adults Relevance is…

tesol March 8, 2024

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Whole Language Approach for Teaching Business English

Let's discuss adapting the Whole Language Approach (WLA) for teaching English to business professionals. It's important to note that WLA, designed for literacy acquisition in children, needs significant adjustments for…

tesol March 8, 2024

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The Natural Approach to Teaching Business English

https://youtu.be/h5c0d-IS-l0 While the Natural Approach was designed primarily for beginner general ESL, its core principles can be adapted to the Business English context. Let's explore how, focusing on adult professionals:…

tesol March 8, 2024

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The Right Fit: Why Initial Assessment Matters in Business English Instruction

Imagine assigning complex case studies when students struggle with basic email etiquette, or throwing them into mock negotiations before they master formal introductions. Yikes! That's why initial assessment in Business…

tesol March 8, 2024

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Beyond Grammar: Assessing Success in Business English Instruction

Teaching Business English requires more than checking if students know the difference between "affect" and "effect." True success means they can USE the language confidently in real-world professional situations. Let's…

tesol March 8, 2024

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Understanding Input & Output: Krashen’s Pillars of Language Learning

TESOL students, get ready to dive into two cornerstone concepts in second language acquisition: comprehensible input and comprehensible output. Pioneered by linguist Stephen Krashen, these ideas have shaped ESL teaching…

tesol March 7, 2024

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Teaching Strategies for Success: Supporting Special Needs Students in the ESL Classroom

The term "special needs students" encompasses a wide range of learners who have specific learning differences, disabilities, or conditions that impact their educational progress. These might include challenges in areas…

tesol March 7, 2024

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Crafting Great Lesson Plans: The Keys to Effective ESL Teaching

Lesson plans are an ESL teacher's compass! They guide us from the "big picture" learning goals right down to the nitty-gritty activities that fill our classroom time. But what makes…

tesol March 7, 2024

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Drilling: Old-School Technique, Modern Applications in ESL

Drilling might seem like a relic of old-fashioned language teaching, but when used strategically, it still has a place in the modern ESL classroom. Let's break down what it is,…

tesol March 7, 2024

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Level Up Your ESL Teaching: Harnessing Students’ Digital Intelligence

With technology woven into almost every aspect of our lives, today's students possess a unique skillset known as Digital Intelligence (DQ). This encompasses more than just knowing how to use…

tesol March 7, 2024

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Beyond Gardner: Understanding Emotional Intelligence in the Classroom

While Howard Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences was groundbreaking, it didn't capture the full spectrum of human abilities. One crucial area that has gained increasing recognition is Emotional Intelligence (EI).…

tesol March 7, 2024

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Unlocking Every Learner’s Potential: Activities Tailored to Multiple Intelligences

Howard Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences revolutionized the way we think about learning. It reminds us that every student has unique strengths, and teaching shouldn't be one-size-fits-all. Let's dive into…

tesol March 7, 2024

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Learning by Doing: The Power of TPR for Young English Learners

Let's get moving and make language learning FUN! Total Physical Response (TPR) is a fantastic method for teaching English to young children, turning vocabulary lessons into an active and memorable…

tesol March 7, 2024

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Understanding ESL Children’s Writing Development: Influences and a Culturally Sensitive Approach

Writing proficiency in a second language is a complex process, especially for children. As ESL educators, understanding the factors shaping young learners' writing helps us provide targeted support and create…

tesol March 7, 2024

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Igniting Passion and Success: Strategies to Motivate ESL Learners

Learning a new language takes dedication and persistence. As ESL educators, we have the power to ignite a passion for English within our students, helping them overcome challenges and thrive.…

tesol March 7, 2024