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1. Using the Linguistic Landscape to Bridge Languages

   In: English Teaching Forum 2018, Volume 56, Number 1 Format(s): Text

   This Teaching Technique shows how languages found on public signs can help students practice English and understand the use of languages spoken in their context.

2. Teacher's Corner: Technology Tools for Students and Teachers

   Format(s): Text

   Want to learn more about using technology for learning and teaching? Look no further than this month’s Teacher’s Corner.

3. Integrating Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking with Visuals

   In: English Teaching Forum 2018, Volume 56, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   This Teaching Technique gives suggestions for using pictures and other images to give students practice in the “four skills” and using authentic English to communicate.

4. Experiential Learning with Dvolver

   In: English Teaching Forum 2018, Volume 56, Number 3 Format(s): Text

   This article provides a step-by-step guide for using Dvolver to help learners experiment with and practice using language in a fun, creative way.

5. Integrated Skills: Combining Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing and Grammar

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

   This session, "Integrated Skills: Combining Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing, and Grammar," addresses an integrated approach to teaching speaking, reading, listening, writing, and grammar skills. First, we will identify some challenges associated with combining language skill areas, and we will discuss options for overcoming these challenges. Next, we will explore how to develop and implement a variety of multi-skill instructional options including meaningful grammar activities, dynamic reading relays and jigsaws, interactive writing games, engaging speaking activities, and high-interest listening tasks. By the end of the session, participants will have developed a toolkit for conducting more interactive, learner-centered lessons that motivate students and hold their interest—teachers will be ready to adapt and use these innovative ideas immediately!

6. Four Skills: Listening Resources

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   List of resources to listen to English.

7. EPA Teacher and Learner Resource Center

   Format(s): Text, Video, Website

   Looking for ways to teach about the environment to your English language learners? Check out these 12 lesson plans from the Environmental Protection Agency. There are 4 lessons for each level – beginner, intermediate, and advanced.

8. Instructional Enhancements to Improve Students' Reading Abilities

   In: English Teaching Forum 2013, Volume 51, Number 1 Format(s): Text

   This article offers five instructional enhancements that help students become better readers. These classroom practices coincide with five key elements of EFL reading instruction: “extensive practice and exposure to print,” “commitment to building student motivation,” “attention to reading fluency,” “vocabulary building,” and “comprehension skills practice and discussion.”

9. Teacher's Corner: Journalism

   Format(s): Text

   In this month’s Teacher’s Corner, we will explore the world of journalism and the job of reporters. Each week will provide students interesting and engaging opportunities to practice the basic skillset that all journalists have.

10. Classroom Activities

    In: English Teaching Forum 2011, Volume 49, Number 2 Format(s): Text

    These classrooms activities, which are designed for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students, focus on the issue’s fishing theme. Classroom activities include written and oral work, vocabulary, team work and individual work. Lessons include creating a vocabulary card game, oral story telling based on the “fish story” concept of telling exaggerated stories, and the creation of a persuasive piece. Variations are included to expand and vary the lessons.

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