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Let the Halloween Learning Fun Begin
Once again the changing seasons brings us from the twilight of Summer into the darkness of Halloween. It is the time of year to celebrate a successful harvest, be merry,…
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American TESOL Institute of Florida Self Evaluation Report, 2018
American TESOL Institute's 2018 self evaluation report focuses on three aspects; Course material was up-to-date, well-organized and presented in sufficient depth, course material prepared the student for teaching English, and…
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Featured Infographic! 20 Writing Mistakes Even Native Speakers Make
Writing is often more difficult for English learners than learning how to speak. English has many different rules different than other languages. Punctuation looks different in other languages as well…
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Featured Professional Development and Curation Tool! Cube for Teachers
Every month we feature web tools and apps for English language learners, parents, and teachers. This month, we are highlighting the free Cube for Teachers website. Cube for Teachers is a…
The Power of Names: Helping ESL Students Choose an English Name with Nominal Determinism in Mind
For ESL students, adopting an English name can be a meaningful and empowering part of their language-learning journey. While some students choose names to make communication easier, others see it…
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8 Online Visual Dictionaries for Children and Adolescents
Research shows that visuals help language learners with comprehension and fluency. This is why it is important to have picture dictionaries available for students to quickly reference. If you can't…
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Featured Tool! ClassTag Helps Teachers Communicate Effectively with the Parents of English Learners
Every month we feature our favorite web tools and apps for English language learners, parents, and teachers. This month, we are highlighting the free ClassTag website and app.ClassTag is a…
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Teaching Language Learners with Digital Games, American #TESOL Webinar
People of all ages love playing games on their computers or mobile devices. Many digital games now let you chat in English and connect with English learners worldwide. You also…
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9 Videos With Tips and Tools to Get Teachers Back-to-School Ready!
Each month we host free bimonthly Friday webinars with international speaker and author, Shelly Sanchez Terrell (@ShellTerrell). You can find the recordings on our YouTube channel here. Subscribe to get…
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Tools and Apps to Highlight, Mark Up, and Provide Feedback on Readings and Writings
Different web tools and apps help students mark up, highlight, and leave comments on readings and their writings. This is a whole new way our students can take a deeper…
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Enhancing Literacy with Comic Books and Creators, American #TESOL Webinar
Comics are fun for every age group and can be used to teach different subjects. You can use a simple comic strip with beginners and more advanced comic strips and…
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Collaborative Language Learning Ideas and Tools, American #TESOL Webinar
You may not know that there are several free web tools and apps available to help your language learners communicate and collaborate. Students can use tools, such as Mindmeister and…
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Featured Tool! Kapwing Video and Gif Creator
Every month we feature our favorite web tools and apps for English language learners and teachers. This month we are highlighting Kapwing, a free editing tool to create videos, GIFs, images,…
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5 Online Visual Thesauruses for English Learners
With online tools language learners are able to visualize and build vocabulary. One of the most engaging ways to build vocabulary is by looking up words in an online visual…
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A World Cup of Knowledge! Lessons and Resources, American #TESOL Webinar
Language learners around the world are celebrating the World Cup. The FIFA website is packed with resources to engage learners in all countries. Not only are the resources in English, but…
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5 Resources to Create and Learn with Animated Gifs
5 Resources to Create and Learn with Animated GIFs Animated GIFs are a powerful visual tool for teaching English. They’re engaging, easy to create, and versatile, making them a favorite…
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Top Tips for Teaching English Learners, American #TESOL Webinar
The world is diverse and chances are if you teach then you will have a student who is learning English. We offer different online and face-to-face courses to receive your…
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Engaging ESL Students with Real-World News: Tools and Resources for TESOL Teachers
Keeping English language learning relevant and engaging is a key goal for TESOL educators. Integrating current events into lesson plans not only enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills but also fosters…
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6 Videos to Help You Teach Young English Learners
Each month we host free bimonthly Friday webinars with international speaker and author, Shelly Sanchez Terrell (@ShellTerrell). You can find the recordings on our YouTube channel here. Subscribe to get…
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Helping Language Learners Build Vocabulary: Beyond Memorization to Comprehension
One of the most fundamental aspects of language acquisition is vocabulary building. The more words our learners know, the easier it becomes for them to express themselves, understand others, and…
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Learning Materials and Teaching Aids for the TESOL Classroom
Use a variety of learning materials and teaching aids in a TESOL classroom focusing on a balance of traditional resources and technology-enhanced options. Here's a breakdown: Traditional Materials: Whiteboard/Chalkboard: Indispensable for…
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Ways to Adapt the Textbook, American TESOL Webinar
A textbook or course book is another tool in a teacher’s instructional kit. Most theorists agree teachers should adapt the textbook to better support their learners. Teachers need to know…
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10 Podcasts to Inspire English Language Teachers
One of the best way to stay motivated and get new ideas for teaching English learners is by listening to podcasts. While you cook, travel, lay on the beach or…