Grammar | American TESOL Institute's Lexical Press Blog

Join a TESOL Advanced Webinar: Unlock the Power of Grammar with Jason R. Levine!

Are you a TESOL educator eager to transform how you teach grammar? Ready to turn dry rules into engaging lessons that excite your students? Mark your calendar for November 14th…

tesol October 22, 2024

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The Balancing Act: Engaging Approaches to Grammar Instruction

Grammar, the cornerstone of language, can sometimes feel like a dusty rulebook. But for learners, a solid grasp of grammar is the key to clear communication and unlocking the intricacies…

tesol April 12, 2024

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Grammar, Morphology, and Syntax: The Building Blocks of Language

Language gives structure to our thoughts and allows us to communicate complex ideas. But have you ever considered the intricate systems that make this possible? Grammar, morphology, and syntax are…

tesol April 11, 2024

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Navigating the Labyrinth: Effective Approaches to Grammar in the ESL Classroom

For ESL learners, navigating the complexities of English grammar can feel like wandering through a labyrinth. Effective teachers act as guides, employing a variety of approaches to make the journey…

tesol March 6, 2024

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Making Grammar Meaningful for ESL Learners

Teaching grammar to non-native English speakers goes beyond rote memorization. Effective strategies focus on making grammar rules relevant and engaging, fostering understanding and practical application. One key approach is contextualization.…

tesol March 6, 2024

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Grammar, Morphology, and Syntax

Grammar, morphology, and syntax form the foundational building blocks of the English language. Understanding these linguistic structures is essential for ESL teachers, as they must be able to clearly and…

tesol March 6, 2024

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Join us Live Jan. 28th – How to Teach & Learn Confusing Grammar Structures

Grammar is a system of communication which enables us to study words, how they are used in sentences, and how they change in different situations. Teaching and learning grammar often leads…

tesol January 14, 2021

Infographic of the Month

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…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell September 10, 2018

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Featured Infographic: The Ultimate Grammar Cheat Sheet

English grammar is tough for language learners. Often the rules don't always apply to every situation. The rules can also be hard to remember or often confusing. The following infographic,…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell March 19, 2018

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Strategies for Teaching Grammar TESOL Webinar

Language learners find learning grammar tedious and sometimes boring. You can make grammar instruction more enjoyable by integrating games, comics, rap, movies, and music. For more tips, watch the YouTube…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell November 5, 2017

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Infographic: Tips for Writing in Plain English

Writing in English is complicated. The writing in emails is often formal and students may not know the simplest way to communicate what they want to say. Below is a…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell July 17, 2017

Infographic of the Month

Infographic: Commonly Misspelled English Words

Spelling is difficult for most English language learners. Many words sound similar. Many words are similar in spelling except for one or two letters. Below is a useful infographic to…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell June 19, 2017

Teach English with Technology

9 Websites to Find Comics for Teaching and Learning

Comics are great for language learners of all ages. They break up the plot and language into frames. Comics also provide a setting and context for language learners. This learning potential…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell April 24, 2017

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11 Websites to Improve Your Students’ Essays

This year I teach reading and writing to college language learners. My language learners struggle to learn formatting, grammar, paragraph construction, research and flow. In their countries, writing a scholarly…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell November 21, 2016

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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…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell September 5, 2016

Teach English with Technology

Recommended Web Extensions for English Language Learners

Teach your students how to use a web browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) to empower their language learning. Extensions appear at the top of a browser usually to the right…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell May 9, 2016

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Digital Resources for Teaching Grammar

Teaching grammar can be challenging, but with the right digital tools, TESOL teachers can turn grammar lessons into engaging, interactive experiences that make learning fun and effective. Grammar isn’t just…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell March 7, 2016