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As I work with ESL teachers as an advisor, I came across the need for more structure in language learning. In our current fast paced world, where there is a need to "get through" everything, rather than really sit with and reflect on what we are doing, I thought it would be a good idea… Continue reading Tracking your learning with a language learning planner!
There comes a time where, for every teacher who leaves the classroom, they realize they have grown out of touch. I am one of those out-of-the classroom teachers who always tries to keep a trepid foot inside, teaching the orientation class, subbing occasionally, doing demo lessons for new teachers, and conducting fun workshops on digital… Continue reading The Death of Graded Readers?
After finishing your ESL class, you are required to complete the CASAS Program Update Record. This form measures the positive outcomes that have happened as a result of you taking the class. It is important to fill out this form to celebrate your accomplishments and to secure the funding we need to keep these classes… Continue reading Guide to Filling out the CASAS Program Update Record
The following is a list of handy phrases that every ESL student should master. I received this list from Lingodeer+ level 3 list. Lingodeer+ along with these other apps, are great tools for practicing English. Common Irregular Verbs for Handy Phrases Practice on Irregular Verbs. VerbPast Tenseeatatehavehadhanghunggowentmakemadecatchcaughtdoingdid Activity Participate in the activity below by using… Continue reading ESL Handy Phrases for Conversation
On December 31st, we get together to celebrate the New Year. Watch this video and complete the following conversational and writing activity to learn how the New Year is celebrated in the United States. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Frjp8UECwk Based on the video answer the following questions: Are you going to turn over a new leaf for the New… Continue reading Celebrating the New Year/New Year Resolutions Activity
Job applicants usually bring their resume to an interview. A resume is a summary of your job and education experience, as well as personal information about you. Read the following profiles of 5 fictitious people. Practice putting their information into a resume. Below is a simple resume template. Scenario: We have a new job opening… Continue reading Resume Example and Selection Activity
Hello everyone! Welcome to the final stretch of our digital literacy class. I highly enjoyed teaching you all the wonders of mastering programs like Google Slides, Google Docs and Google Classroom together. I also enjoyed helping you make using the Internet a lot easier with browser tabs, search engines, incognito mode and bookmarks. Finally, I… Continue reading Week 6. Internet Lingo and Final Exam
The simple present form is used to describe routine activities. For example, saying, "I brush my teeth", implies that I brush my teeth regularly. We will use the following phrases in the simple present to make negative and affirmative sentences. Have a dangerous jobHave an interesting jobNeed a driver's licenseStand all dayWear a uniformWear an… Continue reading ESL Beginning High Grammar: Simple Present-Affirmative and Negative Sentences
Because of the potential of being hit by cyber-attackers and having your personal information stolen, it is important to stay safe online. It is important to watch out for Spams, scams and phishing. For more information, check out my other article on cybersecurity. During your time using the computer, you may be exposed to suspicious… Continue reading Week 3. Cybersecurity
For Task 2 of the EL Civics exam, you will participate in a mock interview. You will play the part of the job applicant, the person who is applying for the job. Below are the questions that you will be asked during the job interview, as well as a script for you to practice. EL… Continue reading EL Civics Basic Interview Sample