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1. Chapter 4: Being Good Communicators: Listening Reflectively

   In: Language and Civil Society E-Journal: Peace Education Format(s): Text

   This chapter in the Peace Education volume of the Language and Civil Society e-journal offers techniques and strategies for good communication skills.

2. American English Podcast Channels

   Format(s): Video, Website

   Provides instructions and links to connect to Voice of America Podcasts and Videocasts.

3. English Teaching Forum 2003, Volume 41, Number 2

   Format(s): Text

   This issue is full of jazzy teaching ideas. A feature article on jazz is joined by articles on ESP, professional development, and the use of computers and web resources to enhance writing and speaking skills.

4. Using an Asynchronous Video App to Stimulate Spontaneous Oral Interaction

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

   The author explains how to use an asynchronous video app, then describes two specific tasks—one collaborative, the other dialogic—that teachers and students can carry out with the app.

5. Chapter 1: Principles of Business Ethics

   In: Language and Civil Society E-Journal: Business Ethics Format(s): Text

   This chapter in the Business Ethics volume of the Language and Civil Society discusses the principles of business ethics.

6. VOA: English in a Minute

   Format(s): Video, Website

   Looking for ways to improve your listening skills and learn English idioms? Check out Voice of America's English in a Minute and listen to brief video clips that explain American English colloquialisms.

7. Trace Effects Teacher Manual Introduction

   In: Trace Effects Teacher's Manual Format(s): Text

   The Trace Effects Teacher's Manual Introduction provides teachers a resource on the methodology and pedagogy of using games for learning, including how to use Trace Effects for classroom learning.

8. Supporting Language Learning Using Smithsonian Online Museum Resources

   In: American English Webinars Format(s): Text

   This webinar explores strategies for finding and using visual resources to tell a story.

9. How to Set Up Oral Homework: A Case of Limited Technology

   In: English Teaching Forum 2010, Volume 48, Number 3 Format(s): Text

   This article discusses the benefits and challenges of having students complete oral homework as a way to practice speaking skills. The author explains the technology necessary as well as steps to follow when using this type of homework when designing a course. Also provided is a detailed list of assignments that can be completed orally (as an individual or in a group) and how a teacher can give feedback on this work and keep records.

10. Personal Learning Environments for Supporting Out-of-Class Language Learning

    In: English Teaching Forum 2014, Volume 52, Number 4 Format(s): Website

    A Personal Learning Environment (PLE) is a combination of tools and resources chosen by a learner to support the learning process.

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