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A Poster for Any Occasion

In: English Teaching Forum 2019, Volume 57, Number 2 Format(s): Text

The article presents a step-by-step procedure for getting learners to create posters as a way to review content, generate discussion, practice giving presentations – or just unwind after a busy week.

Community Map Puzzle

In: English Teaching Forum 2019, Volume 57, Number 2 Format(s): Text

The article describes a fun, collaborative way for learners to practice prepositions of location and vocabulary related to places in a community. Two examples are provided, with suggestions for generating more.

Let's Talk about It: Strategies for Integrating Writing and Speaking in the Classroom

In: English Teaching Forum 2020, Volume 58, Number 4 Format(s): Text

The authors describe a number of strategies for integrating speaking into writing-focused classes, with the goal of increasing students’ competence in both language skills.

Identifying Narrative Elements in Literature: A Poster Project

In: English Teaching Forum 2021, Volume 59, Number 1 Format(s): Text

The author presents a detailed, step-by-step procedure for helping students become familiar with and identify narrative elements; the article describes a project in which groups of students create posters that use narrative elements to make stories of their own.

Writing about a Peacemaker

In: English Teaching Forum 2021, Volume 59, Number 2 Format(s): Text

The authors use peace education as a framework to present an assignment in which students read and write about a peacemaker “to reflect on the meaning of peace and how it can be achieved.”

Foundations of TESOL Methodology

In: American English Webinars Format(s): Text, Video

This session, "Foundations of TESOL Methodology," introduces key theories and practices in language teaching, and participants will improve their understanding of language teaching methods and principles. We will begin with an introduction to research-based instructional approaches to language education. We will then discuss different approaches to and purposes for language teaching. As we conclude, participants will have the opportunity to consider how they can apply the language teaching methods and techniques that were presented to their particular teaching context.

Create to Communicate: Mixed Media

In: Create to Communicate: Art Activities for the EFL Classroom Format(s): Text

Mixed media, an art technique that combines two or more art media, can provide students with many avenues for expression, exploration, and experimentation while using English.

Process Writing and the Internet: Blogs and Ning Networks in the Classroom

In: English Teaching Forum 2011, Volume 49, Number 2 Format(s): Text

This article presents a student-centered technique for teaching writing to ESL and EFL students who are familiar with Internet-based technology. There are two classroom lessons which use blogs (an Internet-based diary tool accessible by many) and Ning networks (an Internet-based network created for small groups for a small fee). A process-writing concept focuses on students’ social relationships and interests. Step-by-step directions are included for teachers and students who may be less familiar with these two technologies.

Identifying Our Approaches to Language Learning Technologies: Improving Professional Development

In: English Teaching Forum 2011, Volume 49, Number 3 Format(s): Text

This article emphasizes Warschauer's Model, explaining the three positions that researchers working in the field of language technology are concerned about: determinist or technophobe and technophile, instrumental, and critical. The article discusses the importance and application of Warschauer’s Model to professional development, offering ideas for activities and lesson plans related to each position held.

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