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1. Sing Out Loud! Wordplay: Music Resources for English Language Teachers

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

   This session, "Sing Out Loud! Wordplay: Music Resources for English Language Teachers," shares a new resource you can find on the American English website—diverse, music-based instructional materials that include free, downloadable audio tracks, videos, and classroom-ready activities. These low-prep activities are student-centered and fun for both teachers and learners!

2. 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.

3. Sub radio: What You Want to Hear

   In: ENGLISH LANGUAGE THROUGH LYRICS Format(s): MP3, Text

   We have created lesson plans and a video series to use in the classroom. Download all lesson materials under resources. This collection from American English provides fun new ways of teaching and learning English. Use these files in conjunction with the song in this language package for an integrated teaching experience.

4. Using Drama with Children

   In: English Teaching Forum 2006, Volume 44, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   The article argues for the benefits of drama activities for language learning. The author discusses nine benefits of using drama activities to teach young learners. The author then gives advice on how to use drama in the classroom, including how to choose an appropriate activity, how to start, and how to give feedback. The author presents several classroom drama activities.

5. Conditions for Teacher Research

   In: English Teaching Forum 2006, Volume 44, Number 4 Format(s): Text

   The article starts by defining teacher research and a summary of its benefits. In reviewing teacher research in the field of ELT, the author points out that such research is not enough. The author then suggests ten conditions that would increase the incidence of teacher research. Additional questions for consideration are suggested at the end that may help promote teacher research.

6. Peace

   In: American Rhythms Format(s): MP3

   In this song, hip-hop singer, humanitarian, motivational speaker and entrepreneur Chen Lo makes an appeal for peace in the world. Download the MP3 or listen online.

7. Chinese New Year

   In: Celebrate! Holidays in the U.S.A. Format(s): Text

   Chinese New Year is one of the most important and festive Chinese holidays. More than 2.5 million people of Chinese descent live in the United States and Chinese New Year's celebrations provide an important connection to Chinese culture and heritage.

8. National Geographic Education

   Format(s): Website

   Since its founding in 1888 "for the increase and diffusion of geographic knowledge," the National Geographic Society has worked to educate audiences about our planet. National Geographic Education is responsible for creating educational programs and resources for schools, out-of-school settings, and the home.

9. How to Conduct an ELT Workshop

   In: English Teaching Forum 2016, Volume 54, Number 3 Format(s): Text

   This article serves to give readers a framework for planning, preparing, and delivering a successful workshop, including strategies to keep on pace and anticipate and overcome obstacles.

10. Tamara Jade

    In: ENGLISH LANGUAGE THROUGH LYRICS Format(s): MP3, Text

    We have created lesson plans and a video series to use in the classroom. Download all lesson materials under resources. This collection from American English provides fun new ways of teaching and learning English. Use these files in conjunction with the song in this language package for an integrated teaching experience.

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