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1. Glossary: The Autobiography of Mark Twain

   In: The Autobiography of Mark Twain Format(s): Text

   Glossary of The Autobiography of Mark Twain, an adaptation of Twain’s autobiography. Part of the Ladder series, this title has approximately three thousand headwords and is appropriate for upper intermediate to advanced learners.

2. Chapter 1: The Autobiography of Mark Twain

   In: The Autobiography of Mark Twain Format(s): Text

   Chapter 1 of The Autobiography of Mark Twain, an adaptation of Twain’s autobiography.

3. Chapter 2: The Autobiography of Mark Twain

   In: The Autobiography of Mark Twain Format(s): Text

   Chapter 2 of The Autobiography of Mark Twain, an adaptation of Twain’s autobiography.

4. Chapter 3: The Autobiography of Mark Twain

   In: The Autobiography of Mark Twain Format(s): Text

   Chapter 3 of The Autobiography of Mark Twain, an adaptation of Twain’s autobiography.

5. Improving the Friendly Discussions of Controversial Issues

   In: Teaching Pragmatics Format(s): Text, Video, Website

   This lesson aims to introduce students to a variety of pragmatic routines and lexical phrases employed in disagreements between peers.

6. Chapter 5: Speaking the Language of Peace

   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 focuses on developing effective communication skills in order to carry out positive interactions in every day social situations as well as in conflict situations.

7. Integrating Pronunciation Across the Curriculum

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

   This webinar introduces content-based pronunciation activities that could be used in a reading, writing, or grammar course.

8. Presenting Ideas through Digital Storytelling in the English Language Classroom

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

   This webinar, "Presenting Ideas through Digital Storytelling in the English Language Classroom," focuses on using digital storytelling techniques as an effective way to promote engagement.

9. Celebrate! Holidays in the U.S.A.

   Format(s): Text

   This book discusses the ten federally-recognized holidays in the United States, as well as many celebratory days. Download as an e-book or as individual PDF chapters.

10. Voice of America: Current Event Activities in the English Language Classroom

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

    This webinar explores today’s globalized world in the 24-hour news cycle, and the importance of teaching current events in the English language classroom.

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