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  • How to Teach Grammar

    how to teach grammar

    Do you want to know the best way to teach English grammar? Do you struggle with giving thorough, clear explanations of grammar points in your ESL lessons? If you are a native English speaker, teaching English grammar can be a challenge. You have the language innately in your brain, but how do you explain it […]

  • 4 Authentic Grammar Activities for Adult ESL

    Incorporate activities for adult ESL students to use grammar in authentic, communicative ways!  One of the final stages of your lesson should include an applied activity that students do after the practice activities. The purpose of applied activities is to get students to apply the new language/grammar they just learned for an authentic, real-life task. […]

  • How to Write an ESL Lesson Plan

    How to write an ESL lesson plan

    Do you want to know how to write an ESL lesson plan? Here are some research-based strategies to help you create effective lesson plans.  Step 1: Write Lesson Objectives Lesson objectives are the most important part of your lesson plan. They will help you structure your lesson, and are often connected to the broader learning […]

  • ESL Warm Up Activities for Adults and Teens

    The Importance of a Warm-Up Activity Do you want ideas for fun and engaging warm-up activities for your adult ESL class? A warm-up activity is very important for building background on a lesson topic in order to prime students for optimal learning and increase engagement. It is also a handy way to find out what […]