On October 16th, I gave a webinar for National Geographic Learning on the topic of Academic English. (If you missed it, there’s a link to the recording at the end of this post). The number of teachers who attended indicated interest in this field of English language teaching. We also
The Slingshot Challenge by our partners at the National Geographic Society is now accepting submissions! This exciting initiative gives students ages 13–18 the opportunity to research, create, and share a 1-minute video focused on solving an important environmental challenge in their community. Why should English language educators share the Slingshot
Let’s explore how to connect exam prep to students’ interests by embedding authentic, engaging topics that inspire curiosity and creativity.
Classroom management is vital in the language classroom for several reasons. Effective classroom management creates a safe learning environment which maximizes student engagement and facilitates communication. It also helps to establish clear rules and expectations, which reduce disruptions and cultivate respect and responsibility for students’ own learning. The following techniques