Teacher research: Giving students roles to help develop their identities
Throughout my long career I have been committed to two fundamental goals: the professional development of my teachers and using…
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Getting to know Computer Adaptive Testing and the LanguageCert Test of English (LTE) Listening & Reading
Introduction Over the last 30 years or so, computers have had quite an impact on language testing. As regards Computer…
Learning by Heart – a Plea for Poetry
Learning by Heart – a Plea for Poetry A strange expression that. A very guilty one as well. The “by…
Choose the right graded readers for your course
Research shows that the more students read in English, the more proficient they become. Reading can significantly improve students’ level…
Going materials-light
“One day I will find the right words, and they will be simple.” ― Jack Kerouac If I need a series…
Reflecting on Quotes in Class/Life
Learning a foreign language is an emotional roller coaster mixed with amazing highs and frustrating plateaus. Many a times you feel…
How Teachers Can Use Their Hobbies to Boost Student Engagement
Infusing lessons with their personal interests can help teachers model the benefits of perseverance and curiosity. When you’re a teacher, a…
The four Cs as Global Skills
Living in the 21st century world can be complicated and stressful. A lot of the interpersonal and interactive skills that…
Teaching Success the Dweck Way
In New York Concrete jungle where dreams are made of There’s nothin’ you can’t do Now you’re in New…
Cut, cut, cut… Steps to adapt during writing and speaking
Throughout my professional life, I try to be flexible! Flexible to the lesson plans I create, to the materials, to…