Strategies for a Successful Open Class! As a teacher, there are few moments more nerve-wracking than an “open class” – the opportunity to showcase your students’ progress and your own teaching skills to parents and administrators. It’s a chance to impress, to prove that your hard work and dedication have paid off. But with all […]
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Unlock the Magic in Class with TikTok TikTok, a popular social media platform, allows users to craft and edit short videos. However, if you upload videos from elsewhere, they can be even longer. While TikTok is known for its focus on music videos, lip-syncing, dancing, and comedy sketches, its versatility means you can use it
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Drilling games and activities have deep roots in language teaching, stemming from behaviorist methods like audiolingualism, which emphasized forming correct language habits. While language teaching has evolved, drilling remains an activity teachers choose to do in their classrooms for various reasons: It provides intensive controlled practice. It enables immediate feedback from the teacher. It provides
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How to Teach Reading Comprehension Skills When teaching reading comprehension to ESL students, it’s important to focus on building both their linguistic and cognitive skills. First of all, let’s acknowledge why reading is important. Why do our students need to be competent readers and what can make reading challenging for them? The answer to the
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Engaging Activities for Indigenous Peoples Day June 21st marks a special day in the calendar – National Indigenous Peoples Day. It’s a day to celebrate the vibrant cultures, traditions, and invaluable contributions of Indigenous peoples across the world. Moreover, the day is not only a recognition of their past but also a celebration of their
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Teaching Tips for Poetry Month! Hey there, ESL teachers! 🌟 Did you know that Poetry Month is just around the corner? It’s like hitting the jackpot of opportunities to really get your students excited about language and self-expression. Seriously, you’re engaging their creative side while also giving them a chance to reflect on some deep
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