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1. Teacher Development - What Works in the ELT Classroom? Using Robust Reasoning to Find Out

   In: English Teaching Forum 2002, Volume 40, Number 4 Format(s): Text

   This article focuses on the usefulness of “robust reasoning” or reflection on one’s own teaching to discover what “works,” or what is effective and appropriate in the classroom. The author describes what “robust reasoning” is and explains how it can be used. The author states that going through such a reflection will lead teachers to definitions of effective teaching that are context appropriate and applicable to their classrooms.

2. Going Beyond “The Lighter Side” Puzzles for English Language Practice

   In: English Teaching Forum 2024, Volume 62, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   Author Tom Glass describes multiple ways that teachers can use and adapt “The Lighter Side” puzzles, found in all issues of English Teaching Forum, to give students extended language practice by solving puzzles and creating new puzzles of their own. The article includes examples from puzzles that teachers can find and download (for free) on the American English website.

3. Online Reading Strategies for the Classroom

   In: English Teaching Forum 2019, Volume 57, Number 4 Format(s): Text

   This article presents three clear strategies for reading online content effectively and productively, with examples and a helpful discussion of differences between reading content online and reading printed texts.

4. VOA Podcast: "42" Tells the Story of Jackie Robinson's Major League Breakthrough

   In: VOA Podcasts: Shows in Special English Format(s): MP3, Website

   Learn about Jackie Robinson in this podcast from VOA Learning English. Learn English as you read and listen to a weekly show about people in America, including study in the U.S. Stories are written at the intermediate and upper-beginner level and are read one-third slower than regular VOA English.

5. Language & Literature in Tertiary Education: The Case for Stylistics

   In: English Teaching Forum 2002, Volume 40, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   This article discusses the lack of quality in students’ literary criticism in degree English courses, suggesting that students have difficulty understanding literary texts in English. It recommends stylistic analysis, the analysis of structures and vocabulary, as a way that learners of English as a second or foreign language can develop a more active and independent approach to understanding and critiquing literary works.

6. Writing Check with the Academic Word List

   In: Teacher's Corner: Teaching Academic Writing Format(s): Text

   When English language learners in academic settings focus attention on wordlists, such as AWL (the Academic Word List), they have an opportunity to expand vocabulary. In this week’s activity, students will use the AWL to check and revise their own written work.

7. Harmonious Learning: Yoga in the English Language Classroom

   In: English Teaching Forum 2011, Volume 49, Number 4 Format(s): Text

   The author discusses the connection between yoga and language learning. Body position as well as visualization and guided imagery can introduce language in an enjoyable way. The lessons are modeled after a Total Physical Response (TPR) approach. The benefits of yoga in the classroom include reducing anxiety, helping students focus through silence, and embedding language in tasks. The author answers frequently asked questions and provides sample activities and suggested resources.

8. Teacher's Corner: Service Learning in the Language Classroom

   Format(s): Text

   In this month’s Teacher’s Corner, we’ll examine ways that you can incorporate Service Learning strategies to get your students involved with experiential learning! During week 1, students will brainstorm community issues that they can help solve.

9. Conditionals & Infinity of Purpose: Life Aboard the Space Station

   In: Teacher's Corner: Making Grammar Fun Format(s): Text

   In this week’s activity, students practice the second conditional with infinity of purpose in order to write a letter for a job. What job? Astronaut!

10. Integrating Critical Thinking Into The Exploration Of Culture

    Format(s): Text, Video

    This month the Teacher’s Corner will help students examine and deepen their understanding of culture. This week, encourage students to think critically about the unspoken rules and expectations within cultures.

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