ESL/EFL is my topic of interest but as most entrepreneurs I'm also vitally interested in other topics that lead to global communication for the purpose of peace, harmony and problem solving among races and countries...
A writing class is about writing not about multitasking in order to add additional unrelated content to the writing assignment. Unless there is a reason to use restricted content give students the freedom to choose their own topics. The motivation gained will be well worth the while.
Language acquisition is not a matter of learning a language, it is a skill that requires practice, copious practice. This blog focuses on how to channel the practice without overdoing the instruction. Acquisition comes from knowing what has to be done to doing it repeatedly through practice. Test yourself to see if you are the geeky teacher or the patient guide?
ESL/EFL teachers now you can teach modals and grammar through stories that model and explain what you are teaching and are also motivational for students in their lives. It's a win win situation for your students when they study tricky constructions...
Language has hidden connotations that may affect the learner subliminally. How can we find a balance between hopeless constructions and more hopeful alternatives? See how old Greek mythology can lend us a hand...
What are the three most pernicious words in English? The words that never lead us to where we want to go? How guilty are you of using these words and are you willing to throw them out and change your tune...
When students behave horribly there is always a reason that you should find out about. Punishing them may add to the problem and not provide a long term solution. You may be shocked at how a kindergartener can cause a teacher want to leave her job, but you will be more shocked when you find out what was happening in the child's home...
What is the balance between freedom and restraint in the classroom if you want to produce lifelong learners who are motivated long after they graduate. Learn how to motivate students and give them self esteem that lasts long after you are out of the picture...
Getting students to study can be as difficult as making someone drink an horrible medication so how can we make the topic interesting enough to have students perk up and become motivated to study. These tips will aid motivation to study...
It is easy to get advanced students into a conversation class. But how can you get a beginners with no vocabulary to carry on a conversation in a new language? Here are valuable tips to get the ball rolling...
How interesting are your ESL/EFL reading textbooks? Do the readings bore your students? This post will show you how to tweak your content and keep your students motivated even after the bell rings...