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Category Archives: Lessons plans
Learn from Hollywood: Using DVDs in TEFL
Can Jackie Chan teach English? I like watching films – it’s one my favourite hobbies. I particularly love watching Japanese films, and I often watch them without English subtitles, which has helped my Japanese ability no end. Using films and … Read More
Tagged: classroom, dvds, film
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TEFL: The Importance of Writing
It might not be a popular opinion, but as I read more about TEFL it seems to me that there is a kind of ‘Go easy on them’ attitude permeating classrooms around the world. It’s all about making learning fun, … Read More
Tagged: writing tips
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Teaching Grammar
The very word ‘grammar’ may send your students to sleep. However, it’s an important part of language and for teachers of English, who are sometimes noticeably slack on this front, it is something to go about carefully. Why we use … Read More
Tagged: grammar, teaching
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Conversation Classes
A large part of my working week is spent in conversation. The value of conversation classes in teaching English has been much debated, but it certainly gives the student some very practical experience.
Tagged: conversation, plans, TEFL
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TEFL: Needs Analysis
Conducting a needs analysis may just about be the most important thing you do for your class. This applies particularly to smaller groups or individuals. So what is it?
Tagged: needs analysis, tesl help
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Use The Board
As I mostly teach at student’s homes or places of business, I don’t have access to the typical classroom equipment. However, I recently conducted lesson in a business meeting room which was equipped with a white board.
Tagged: board, methods, teaching
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TEFL Country Profile: Spain
France has until now been the only European country in our Country Profile series. This week, though, the TEFL hotspot that is Spain is getting the treatment. What do you need to know? Why teach in Spain? What red tape … Read More
