21 Halloween Ideas and Resources for Teaching Children
Halloween is around the corner, and children dress up as scary creatures and enjoy spooky-related themes. We can engage our young learners this season by teaching English with themes such…
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Halloween Resources for Adolescents and Teens
At the end of October and the beginning of November, people around the world celebrate Halloween, All Saints Day, All Souls’ Day, and Dia de los Muertos (Day of the…
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11 Websites for Children to Learn English by Singing
When teaching very young learners in Germany, I would have them listen to and sing English songs during each class. I created playlists for the children and would let the…
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Visiting Bor, Serbia with Irina Kagadejev Stevanovic
Bor, nestled in the beautiful landscapes of eastern Serbia, is a town rich in history, natural beauty, and cultural depth. To help us explore this remarkable destination, English teacher Irina…
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Favorite Edtech and ELT Posts for September
Each week we scour the internet to find great resources to share on our various social networks (@TESOL, @AmericanTESOL, and @ESLWebinars). Now, once a month we will share our favorite…
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Ahoy Language Learners! Let’s Learn About Pirates
September 19th is International Pirate Day and you can get your language learners to practice talking like a pirate as well as other learning. Toddlers to teens enjoy learning about…
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Teaching English in Luxembourg: Explore, Camp, and Discover History
Teaching English abroad is more than just a job; it’s a gateway to experiencing unique cultures, visiting breathtaking landmarks, and embracing new adventures. Luxembourg, a gem in the heart of…
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15 Resources for Hispanic Heritage Month
Part of language learning is learning about various cultures and traditions. Our language learners can learn about various nationalities who also speak English and live in English speaking countries. September…
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Exploring Chichen Itza: An Ancient Mayan City in Mexico
One of the most rewarding aspects of teaching English abroad in Mexico is the chance to explore fascinating historical sites and immerse oneself in the rich cultures of diverse countries.…
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9 Great Websites and Games for Sentence Practice
If your students are beginning writers of English, then you may have notice they need help with sentence construction. Adult language learners who have written academically in their native language…
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Experience the Holi Festival in India – A Celebration of Color and Culture
Teaching English abroad in India is more than just a career; it's an immersion into the diverse customs, traditions, and celebrations of different cultures. In India, one of the most…
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14+ Open Access Online Research Journals for Language Teachers
Chances are you will need to conduct research at some point related to your instructional practice. Many databases with research can be costly. Fortunately, a few journals offer free access…
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Visiting Krakow, Poland with Magdalena Dygala
This week we invited language teacher, Magdalena Dygala (@magdaspring), to introduce us to Radom, Poland. Shelly: Which landmark is a must for visitors? Magdalena Dygala: The Old Town in Krakow…
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16 Websites for Back to School Icebreakers
Many of us will meet with a new batch of learners. Many of our language learners will be timid during the first few weeks of school. Icebreakers are an awesome…
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Explore Temples in Thailand
One of the best parts of teaching English abroad is going on adventures and being introduced to different traditions and beliefs. One of the best places I visited was Thailand.…
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8 Websites for Children to Learn English by Jump Roping and Clapping
One way to get young learners to practice English when they leave the classroom is to teach them English songs and chants. Children can learn jump roping chants and clapping…
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Visiting Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with Patricia Santos
Recently we invited language teacher Patricia Santos to introduce us to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Shelly: Which event is a must for visitors? Patricia Santos: Visit Sugar Loaf Mountain! Shelly:…
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34 Websites to Find Lesson Plans for Your Language Learners
Lesson planning can be time-consuming. Fortunately, teachers do not have to come up with fresh ideas for every lesson. Many websites provide free quality lesson plans. You can find a lesson…
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Exploring Beautiful Bavaria in Germany
According to Shelly Terrell, one of the best parts of teaching English abroad is being able to eat delicious food, and go on adventures in breathtaking surroundings. Shelly lived in…
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Web Resources and Activities to Learn About the Olympics
Your students have the opportunity to learn about sports, current events, and foreign policy while enjoying the Olympics. Your language learners have the opportunity to learn about different cultures and…
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Exploring Vranje, Serbia: An Interview with Tatjana Jancic
This week, we had the pleasure of sitting down with experienced language teacher and teacher trainer, Tatjana Jancic, to learn more about the charming city of Vranje, Serbia. With nearly…
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10 Web Tools and Apps for Creating Timelines
Want your language learners to visualize history or important events? Get them to create multimedia timelines with the dates, facts, and information from their own research or from the textbook.…
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Visiting Ramat Gan, Israel with Or-Tal Kiriati
Recently we invited language teacher, Or-Tal Kiriati (@lemino), to introduce us to Ramat Gan, Israel. Shelly: Which landmark is a must for visitors? Or-Tal: Events to see- the eve of…