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Monthly Archives: March 2010
Interview with Hokkaido Insider (Part 2)
Part 1 of the interview with Ken Hartmann of Hokkaido Insider aired some views on history of teaching English in Japan, and the effect of the global financial crisis on TEFL.
Teaching in Japan: Interview with Hokkaido Insider (Part 1)
Today, we have a double-header of an interview. Ken Hartmann is the authority on English teaching in Hokkaido – he is the man behind Hokkaido Insider, the leading recruitment guide for English teachers in north Japan. He is also a … Read More
Tagged: hokkaido, interview
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The effect of the financial crisis on English Language Teaching
Stories abounded not long ago about TEFL being recession proof, and it being one of the few industries that could withstand the financial depression found in many countries. It’s hard to get a perspective on it on a global scale … Read More
Motivation in the ESL Classroom
A lack of motivation from students can sap your enthusiasm for work. This problem is found most commonly when students are forced learners; a company rule, or a school requirement means they have to learn English.
Tagged: classroom, students
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ESL English Teacher Resume Tips
When you’re looking for a job, it’s easy to lazily apply for every possible vacancy with a standard template. Crafting your resume for each job will get you much better returns, though. English teachers have a unique set of skills … Read More
Tagged: CV, jobs, resume
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How to Teach Fluency in English – Part 2
Last week, I wrote about the 3 main elements on the way to fluency (practice, knowledge and confidence). Here I want to talk about the practicalities of becoming fluent.
Tagged: fluency, plans
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How to Teach Fluency in English
Fluency is often held up as being the goal for students to aspire to, particularly in Eikaiwa, or conversation schools. I find with many of my students that they have a reasonable knowledge of English grammar, and decent vocabulary. Fluency … Read More
Tagged: fluency, methods
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