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1. VoIM-Mediated Cooperative Tasks for English Language Learners

   In: English Teaching Forum 2008, Volume 46, Number 4 Format(s): Text

   This article discusses how computer-mediated communication, negotiation of meaning, and cooperative task-based learning can be combined in a VoIM-mediated activity to benefit language learners. The author starts with a brief review of how the three aspects of learning can benefit language learners. The author then describes a VoIM-mediated cooperative task. The rest of the article explains how to set up the activity, including technical requirements, planning in eight stages, and materials selection.

2. Random or Intentional? Putting Learners in Groups that Work

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

   This session, “Random or Intentional? Putting Learners in Groups that Work,” helps participants reflect on and share the different types of EFL group work activities they use as well as the methods they use to create small groups. The session will also explore three grouping strategy categories and will review several fun, creative techniques for establishing effective groups.

3. English Teaching Forum 2017, Volume 55, Number 2

   Format(s): Text

   Find suggestions for using cell phones, songs and movement, student-created cartoons, photo diaries—and much more.

4. Utilizing Podcasts in Virtual EFL Instruction

   In: English Teaching Forum 2022, Volume 60, Number 3 Format(s): Text

   The author, Elizabeth Hanks, is the creator and host of her own English-learning podcast, and in this article she shares ideas for using pre-made EFL podcasts, creating your own podcasts, and using general audience podcasts to give students of various levels opportunities to practice all skills and “advance on their English-learning journey.”

5. English Teaching Forum 2003, Volume 41, Number 2

   Format(s): Text

   This issue is full of jazzy teaching ideas. A feature article on jazz is joined by articles on ESP, professional development, and the use of computers and web resources to enhance writing and speaking skills.

6. Online English-English Learner Dictionaries Boost Word Learning

   In: English Teaching Forum 2012, Volume 50, Number 4 Format(s): Text

   This article suggests that English language learners can benefit greatly from using learner dictionaries that are corpus-based, supply word frequency data, and offer collocation guides, authentic examples, and topical vocabulary. The author discusses teacher applications for each dictionary feature.

7. 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.

8. Trace Effects Teacher Manual Introduction

   In: Trace Effects Teacher's Manual Format(s): Text

   The Trace Effects Teacher's Manual Introduction provides teachers a resource on the methodology and pedagogy of using games for learning, including how to use Trace Effects for classroom learning.

9. Digital Stories: A 21st-Century Communication Tool for the English Language Classroom

   In: English Teaching Forum 2014, Volume 52, Number 1 Format(s): Text

   This article lays out a 12-week digital storytelling project, describing the process in detail, including assessment, and pinpointing issues and challenges as well as benefits the project affords English language students.

10. Personal Learning Environments for Supporting Out-of-Class Language Learning

    In: English Teaching Forum 2014, Volume 52, Number 4 Format(s): Website

    A Personal Learning Environment (PLE) is a combination of tools and resources chosen by a learner to support the learning process.

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