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1. The Art of the Running Dictation

   In: American English Webinars Format(s): MP3, Video

   This session, "The Art of the Running Dictation," provides techniques for how to design and adapt Running Dictations for grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing practice that students will be sure to enjoy!

2. Differentiating Instructions (Online!) for Equity in Learning

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

   The American English Webinar and Facebook Live sessions are hosted by the U.S. Department of State’s Office of English Language Programs in the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

3. Planning for and Managing Small Group Instruction

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

   This session, "Planning for and Managing Small Group Instruction," shares creative tips for how to plan for small group instruction, practice routines with students, and monitor the whole class while working with small groups of students.

4. The Vocabulary Wheel: A Low-Resource Activity for Enhancing Vocabulary Acquisition and Retention

   In: English Teaching Forum 2024, Volume 62, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   This article, by Anestin Lum Chi, offers detailed instructions for making vocabulary wheels and using them in various ways for extended practice with targeted vocabulary. Students can make and use the wheels, and the wheels can be customized and saved for future classes. The wheels are ideal for all language levels and for all contexts, including those with limited resources. No internet connectivity is required.

5. Using Interactive Video to Boost Engagement in Online Courses, MOOCs, and More

   In: English Teaching Forum 2025, Volume 63, Number 1 Format(s): Text

   Author Christine Eide shows how teachers can incorporate interactive video into their lessons to give learners customized practice and to increase their engagement with content. The article features numerous examples and a detailed interactive video lesson plan.

6. Activity Proposal to Work with English Language Variation: Focus on the Phonetic-Phonological Level

   In: English Teaching Forum 2025, Volume 63, Number 1 Format(s): Text

   Author Adriano Delego demonstrates why it is important for learners to be able to understand variations in English language spoken around the world, then describes six activities teachers can use to give their students practice in listening to and comprehending different varieties of English.

7. Scavenger Hunts in ELT

   In: English Teaching Forum 2025, Volume 63, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   Laura Loder Buechel explores the many ways that scavenger hunts can add fun, movement, collaboration, and practical applications of knowledge to English language learning. The article includes detailed descriptions of different kinds of hunts, many of which are appropriate for young learners, and includes templates and ready-to-use ideas.

8. Repeated Reading with Retelling: A Multi-skilled Fluency Activity

   In: English Teaching Forum 2025, Volume 63, Number 3 Format(s): Text

   Author Tim Stoeckel describes the Repeated Reading with Retelling (RRR) activity, which combines the strengths of the well-known “4/3/2” and “repeated reading” techniques. RRR gives students at nearly all language levels practice in multiple language skills and can be used with a variety of text types, making it a fit in a wide range of language-learning classes.

9. A Simple and Authentic Assessment of Language Learners’ Reading Abilities: The Reading Level Measurement Method

   In: English Teaching Forum 2025, Volume 63, Number 3 Format(s): Text

   Author Aaron Mermelstein explains the importance of accurately placing learners at the correct level for reading practice, then describes the Reading Level Measurement Method, a student-centered device that can be used to measure students’ placement (and progress) and can give reading instructors important information about the effectiveness of their reading program.

10. Trend 4 - Makerspaces

    In: Teacher's Corner: Education Trends and Issues in the World Today Format(s): Text

    This week in the Teacher’s Corner, we show you how to use makerspaces in the English language classroom. In a makerspace environment, students engage in project-based learning.

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