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1. Alphabet Connect: From "The Lighter Side" of TEFL

   In: English Teaching Forum 2005, Volume 43, Number 1 Format(s): Text

   This activity, called “Alphabet Connect,” aims to help vocabulary skills. It asks students to connect the letters of the alphabet to create the name of animal that lives in forests of Southeast Asia and Africa. It thus uses integrated skills to learn about animals in other countries.

2. Adapting Songs for Beginning Learners

   In: Teacher's Corner: Adapting Materials for Students' Levels Format(s): Text

   During week 2 of this month’s Teacher’s Corner, learn a fun way to adapt a song activity for beginner-level students.

3. PBS Kids

   Format(s): Website

   PBS Kids helps to educate young learners in creative and fun ways. The educational content is aimed at children, with many interactive games and activities to aid in learning.

4. Classroom Activities

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

   This section presents three stand-alone learning activities related to the theme of bowling. A game for upper beginners is useful for sentence formation and vocabulary review on any topic. Intermediate learners can practice with imperatives by giving and following instructions on how to bowl. The final activity asks intermediate learners to engage in focused listening or reading. Extension possibilities are included for each of the three activities.

5. Beyond Proficiency: Nurturing Critical Thinking Skills in the EFL Classroom

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

   Develop a shared understanding of what it means to “think critically," and examine why teachers should devote time to helping students develop a critical thinking mindset.

6. American English on Facebook

   Format(s): Website

   Looking for more opportunities to learn English? Looking to meet other English language learners from around the world? If so, then become a fan of the American English at State Facebook page!

7. Classroom Activities

   In: English Teaching Forum 2012, Volume 50, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   Three stand-alone language-learning activities related to the theme of spring.

8. VOA Classroom Activities

   Format(s): Website

   Activities for learning and teaching Everyday English, Business English and Academic English.

9. Networking: Making Connections that Last

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

   This webinar discusses how we can become more connected to our colleagues, both near and far.

10. VOA Articles with Activities

    Format(s): Text, Video, Website

    Interactive activities for learning English. Listen to the article and read along. Then test your vocabulary with activities and exercises.

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