Articles related to "Second Language"
ESL Students,ESL Students
The difficulties, the perks, and the solutions associated with teaching ESL students. Sure it is more difficult to teach ESL students, but there are many routes a teacher can take. . .,The difficulties, the perks, and the solutions associated with teaching ESL students. Sure it is more difficult to teach ESL students, but there are many routes a teacher can take. . .
• esl • english • english as a second language • learning • learn
The difficulties, the perks, and the solutions associated with teaching ESL students. Sure it is more difficult to teach ESL students, but there are many routes a teacher can take. . .,The difficulties, the perks, and the solutions associated with teaching ESL students. Sure it is more difficult to teach ESL students, but there are many routes a teacher can take. . .
• esl • english • english as a second language • learning • learn
Common Pitfalls in Grammar and Vocabulary
This month I am giving a checklist of grammar points and words that are a frequent source of confusion. The obvious mistakes are given and explanations provided.
• grammar • points • words • confusion • tesol
This month I am giving a checklist of grammar points and words that are a frequent source of confusion. The obvious mistakes are given and explanations provided.
• grammar • points • words • confusion • tesol
English Language Examinations
English language learners wishing to take a public examination as part of their course of study should think very carefully about which exam is appropriate to their needs.
• toefl • toeic • ucles • ielts • english as a second language
English language learners wishing to take a public examination as part of their course of study should think very carefully about which exam is appropriate to their needs.
• toefl • toeic • ucles • ielts • english as a second language
ESL Without Words
Beginning with perhaps the most obvious we turn our attention to the first sensory which most humans possess, that of hearing!
• sign • language • body • language • teaching
Beginning with perhaps the most obvious we turn our attention to the first sensory which most humans possess, that of hearing!
• sign • language • body • language • teaching
ESL: Overcoming Misconceptions
There is more than one way to cook an egg; so why can't there be more than one way to teach English?
• tefl • teaching • english • abroad • methodology
There is more than one way to cook an egg; so why can't there be more than one way to teach English?
• tefl • teaching • english • abroad • methodology
ESL: Teacher's Block
The summer days are winding down and for many of you, summer vacations are a thing of a distant past.
• esl • tefl • celta • negotiating • contract
The summer days are winding down and for many of you, summer vacations are a thing of a distant past.
• esl • tefl • celta • negotiating • contract
Exploring Second Language Reading
Why do some English language learners hate to read? How can teachers keep their ESL students motivated? Try a bottom-up instead of a top-down approach.
• second language reading • l2 reading • bottom up top down approach • esl reading skills • teach esl reading
Why do some English language learners hate to read? How can teachers keep their ESL students motivated? Try a bottom-up instead of a top-down approach.
• second language reading • l2 reading • bottom up top down approach • esl reading skills • teach esl reading
Follow Norwegian Culture into the New Year
2004 is just around the bend and I’ve gathered together some ideas for bringing Norwegian culture with you into the new year. If you like to read about Norway or are interested in exploring new ways to get into your Nordic heritage, try some of these recommended books and courses on for size.
• norwegian culture • second language • family biography • anthologies • norwegian activities
2004 is just around the bend and I’ve gathered together some ideas for bringing Norwegian culture with you into the new year. If you like to read about Norway or are interested in exploring new ways to get into your Nordic heritage, try some of these recommended books and courses on for size.
• norwegian culture • second language • family biography • anthologies • norwegian activities
Increasing Reading Rate
By focusing on bottom-up skills when teaching reading, teachers can help learners increase their reading rate.
• increase reading rate • bottom up activities • second language • esl skills • reading strategies
By focusing on bottom-up skills when teaching reading, teachers can help learners increase their reading rate.
• increase reading rate • bottom up activities • second language • esl skills • reading strategies
Languages in Australian Schools
Each child in Australian schools needs quality teaching of a second language. The current Australian education debate must clarify this and find ways of meeting the need
• australian schools • second language • quality teaching • john howard • bilingual education
Each child in Australian schools needs quality teaching of a second language. The current Australian education debate must clarify this and find ways of meeting the need
• australian schools • second language • quality teaching • john howard • bilingual education
Learning in a Second Language
A personal account of the results of sending my own children to school where the language of instruction was foreign to them. This article also explains the pros and cons more generally.
• immersion • language • teaching • learning • learn
A personal account of the results of sending my own children to school where the language of instruction was foreign to them. This article also explains the pros and cons more generally.
• immersion • language • teaching • learning • learn
Norwegian Word Play (Part I of II)
I’ve heard it said that you don’t really know a language until you get the jokes. This is particularly true with Norwegian, where so many of the jokes rely on clever word play and puns. I see no reason, however, why you can’t learn language through the study of word play. Not only are jokes a fun way to approach language learning, they’re also chock-full of cultural information and can make great conversation starters (so long as you watch who you’re talking to).
• norwegian jokes • puns • word play • language learning • definite article
I’ve heard it said that you don’t really know a language until you get the jokes. This is particularly true with Norwegian, where so many of the jokes rely on clever word play and puns. I see no reason, however, why you can’t learn language through the study of word play. Not only are jokes a fun way to approach language learning, they’re also chock-full of cultural information and can make great conversation starters (so long as you watch who you’re talking to).
• norwegian jokes • puns • word play • language learning • definite article
Norwegian Word Play (Part II of II)
Now that you’ve had a chance to go through these jokes for grammatical and semantic content, think about what kind of cultural information is conveyed by them. What do they say, for instance, about Norwegian relationships with Swedes, Arabs, and Same people? Who are the famous Norwegian and not-so-Norwegian people referred to in these jokes? What brand names or geographical locations do they mention?
• norwegian jokes • puns • word play • language learning • ambiguous words
Now that you’ve had a chance to go through these jokes for grammatical and semantic content, think about what kind of cultural information is conveyed by them. What do they say, for instance, about Norwegian relationships with Swedes, Arabs, and Same people? Who are the famous Norwegian and not-so-Norwegian people referred to in these jokes? What brand names or geographical locations do they mention?
• norwegian jokes • puns • word play • language learning • ambiguous words
Nurturing Creative Learning
Teaching English, like teaching any subject is fraught with challenges as much as it is a rewarding experience at times.
• add • adhd • special • needs • education
Teaching English, like teaching any subject is fraught with challenges as much as it is a rewarding experience at times.
• add • adhd • special • needs • education
Sign Language for Babies
Using signs allows infants to easily communicate their needs and wants, reducing frustration, and to enhance bonding with those who use signs to communicate with them.
• infant sign language • baby sign language • sign language • asl • sign with your baby
Using signs allows infants to easily communicate their needs and wants, reducing frustration, and to enhance bonding with those who use signs to communicate with them.
• infant sign language • baby sign language • sign language • asl • sign with your baby
Teaching English Online!
Teaching ESL is growing exponentially and with it ways in which it is being taught. If you have ever wanted to know what it is like teaching English as a Foreign Language you just might be able to do so without stepping foot outside your own house!
• esl • english • second • language • teach
Teaching ESL is growing exponentially and with it ways in which it is being taught. If you have ever wanted to know what it is like teaching English as a Foreign Language you just might be able to do so without stepping foot outside your own house!
• esl • english • second • language • teach
Multiple Languages in Preschool
The importance of teaching foreign languages in daycare and preschool settings
• teaching foreign language to young children • foreign language in preschool • foreign language in daycare • early language learning • second language learning theory
The importance of teaching foreign languages in daycare and preschool settings
• teaching foreign language to young children • foreign language in preschool • foreign language in daycare • early language learning • second language learning theory
Australia's Monolingual Mindset
Australia's international relations, its economy and the cognitive development of its people could all improve immensely were its rich linguistic potential tapped.
• australian schools • australian universities • languages other than english • teach languages • educational
Australia's international relations, its economy and the cognitive development of its people could all improve immensely were its rich linguistic potential tapped.
• australian schools • australian universities • languages other than english • teach languages • educational
Blue Ribbon School in Iowa
How do you become a Blue Ribbon School when the odds are against you? You don't make excuses. You assess the needs and try new things.
• no child left behind • nclb • blue ribbon school • iowa • muscatine
How do you become a Blue Ribbon School when the odds are against you? You don't make excuses. You assess the needs and try new things.
• no child left behind • nclb • blue ribbon school • iowa • muscatine
Children Left Behind
No Child Left Behind was enacted in 2001. Has it made any real impact on our schools?
• no child left behind • educational accountability • disadvantaged children • immigrant students • nclb
No Child Left Behind was enacted in 2001. Has it made any real impact on our schools?
• no child left behind • educational accountability • disadvantaged children • immigrant students • nclb
Classroom Tips for ESL Teachers
English as a second language teachers should aim to connect ESL teaching theory and methods with real classroom practice to achieve the best possible learning outcomes.
• english as a second language • esl • teaching theory • classroom practice • learning outcomes
English as a second language teachers should aim to connect ESL teaching theory and methods with real classroom practice to achieve the best possible learning outcomes.
• english as a second language • esl • teaching theory • classroom practice • learning outcomes
Discovering More about English with the Help of the CIDE
The exercises below are to help you explore ways in which the <b>Cambridge International Dictionary</b> can help you learn more about English.
• cide • dictionary • words • look up • english language
The exercises below are to help you explore ways in which the <b>Cambridge International Dictionary</b> can help you learn more about English.
• cide • dictionary • words • look up • english language
Discrimination isn't always wrong - is it?
Discrimination is alive and well in the U.S. today: intolerance of the overweight and homosexuality, religious indifference, and the belief that certain groups are less able communicators are a few examples.
• discrimation religion overweight weight language a
Discrimination is alive and well in the U.S. today: intolerance of the overweight and homosexuality, religious indifference, and the belief that certain groups are less able communicators are a few examples.
• discrimation religion overweight weight language a
EFL Vocabulary Teaching Tips
Vocabulary is a key element in the second language class. While grammar is important for meaning, without vocabulary no message is conveyed.
• second language vocabulary activities • vocabulary teaching • retention new words • memory strategies • teaching vocabulary
Vocabulary is a key element in the second language class. While grammar is important for meaning, without vocabulary no message is conveyed.
• second language vocabulary activities • vocabulary teaching • retention new words • memory strategies • teaching vocabulary
English Language Learners
There are as many ELL programs as there are schools. Some use total immersion but other schools vary greatly in how they teach the language to foreign speaking students.
• ell • english language learners • esl • english as a second language • nclb
There are as many ELL programs as there are schools. Some use total immersion but other schools vary greatly in how they teach the language to foreign speaking students.
• ell • english language learners • esl • english as a second language • nclb
ESL Students Need More Vocabulary
Everyone who has ever studied a second language knows the challenge involved in trying to increase "word power," but there are some basic strategies that can really help.
• esl vocabulary • esl word study • english as a second language • vocabulary building • esl englishdictionary
Everyone who has ever studied a second language knows the challenge involved in trying to increase "word power," but there are some basic strategies that can really help.
• esl vocabulary • esl word study • english as a second language • vocabulary building • esl englishdictionary
ESL Students Need Speech Rhythm
Every language has a speech rhythm, or even better various speech patterns, that becomes the basis for basic pronunciation and general communication in that language.
• pronunciation • speech rhythm • speech patterns • esl pronunciation • pronunciation rhythm
Every language has a speech rhythm, or even better various speech patterns, that becomes the basis for basic pronunciation and general communication in that language.
• pronunciation • speech rhythm • speech patterns • esl pronunciation • pronunciation rhythm
Free Language Learning Tools
The Internet has opened up many new exciting opportunities for language learners looking to learn new skills, from conversation with native speakers to lessons by MP3.
• language • learn a language online • language podcasts • language video • free language lessons
The Internet has opened up many new exciting opportunities for language learners looking to learn new skills, from conversation with native speakers to lessons by MP3.
• language • learn a language online • language podcasts • language video • free language lessons
Hidden Curriculum in ESL
No curriculum is neutral: every textbook reflects a particular view of social order. Blueprint: Upper Intermediate's hidden curriculum is discussed.
• hidden curriculum • english as a second language hidden curriculum • esl hidden curriculum • textbook hidden curriculum • adapting esl textbooks
No curriculum is neutral: every textbook reflects a particular view of social order. Blueprint: Upper Intermediate's hidden curriculum is discussed.
• hidden curriculum • english as a second language hidden curriculum • esl hidden curriculum • textbook hidden curriculum • adapting esl textbooks
Issues in Teaching Vocabulary
As far as trends in ELT are concerned, the nineties were the decade of the lexical approach. There were three issues that led to this concentration on the lexical element in language. One was a recognition coming out of the communicative approach, that to be understood speakers of a second language did not need to produce grammatically perfect sentences.
• trends in elt • the lexical approach • lexical element in language • communicative approach • speakers of a second language
As far as trends in ELT are concerned, the nineties were the decade of the lexical approach. There were three issues that led to this concentration on the lexical element in language. One was a recognition coming out of the communicative approach, that to be understood speakers of a second language did not need to produce grammatically perfect sentences.
• trends in elt • the lexical approach • lexical element in language • communicative approach • speakers of a second language
Music Really Plays in ESL Classes
If English as a Second Language instructors want to stimulate active student learning of pronunciation, grammar, or even culture, music is a fine way to reach those aims.
• esl and music • singing in the esl classroom • english as a second language and songs • jazz chants • songs for the esl classroom
If English as a Second Language instructors want to stimulate active student learning of pronunciation, grammar, or even culture, music is a fine way to reach those aims.
• esl and music • singing in the esl classroom • english as a second language and songs • jazz chants • songs for the esl classroom
Oral Language and Its Contribution to Reading Development
As more and more teachers are realizing the importance of oral language and its contribution to reading development, the search is on for helpful online resources in this area. I've chosen to focus, this month, on helping readers to access information about the stages of normal oral language development in early childhood and how these stages are woven into the framework of early reading skills. Next month (in November), I'll continue with this topic by providing you with a manageable beginning list of online oral language activities that are appropriate for elementary students and older learners struggling to learn English for first time or simply learning what language skills work in certain situations.
• oral language • literacy • reading • speaking • listening
As more and more teachers are realizing the importance of oral language and its contribution to reading development, the search is on for helpful online resources in this area. I've chosen to focus, this month, on helping readers to access information about the stages of normal oral language development in early childhood and how these stages are woven into the framework of early reading skills. Next month (in November), I'll continue with this topic by providing you with a manageable beginning list of online oral language activities that are appropriate for elementary students and older learners struggling to learn English for first time or simply learning what language skills work in certain situations.
• oral language • literacy • reading • speaking • listening
Practice Pages for ESL Students
With so many websites competing to offer ESL teachers and students practical supplements for both in-class work and self-study, it can be hard to choose the best options.
• english as a second language • esl websites • esl teachers • esl students • esl university
With so many websites competing to offer ESL teachers and students practical supplements for both in-class work and self-study, it can be hard to choose the best options.
• english as a second language • esl websites • esl teachers • esl students • esl university
Reading for the Hearing Impaired
Pattern books build beginning reading skills for children with hearing loss, those who use English as a second language (ESL), and children with developmental delays.
• hearing impaired • deaf • hard of hearing • esl • english as a second language
Pattern books build beginning reading skills for children with hearing loss, those who use English as a second language (ESL), and children with developmental delays.
• hearing impaired • deaf • hard of hearing • esl • english as a second language
Teaching Adult Students
Many nonnative English speakers want to learn English. As an ESL educator, you should plan practical lessons, using some of the ideas in the article.
• esl • lessons • adults • english as a second language • activities
Many nonnative English speakers want to learn English. As an ESL educator, you should plan practical lessons, using some of the ideas in the article.
• esl • lessons • adults • english as a second language • activities
Teaching ESL Vocabulary
There are many ways to teach vocabulary to second language students - here is an example of one vocabulary lesson highlighting the specific teaching methods used.
• vocabulary lesson • esl vocabulary • vocabulary lesson plans • vocabulary methods • second language vocabulary lesson
There are many ways to teach vocabulary to second language students - here is an example of one vocabulary lesson highlighting the specific teaching methods used.
• vocabulary lesson • esl vocabulary • vocabulary lesson plans • vocabulary methods • second language vocabulary lesson
Using Learners' Dictionaries
It is always difficult to wean students off their bilingual dictionaries, so it is probably best to encourage them to use their learners' dictionary alongside their bilingual crutch. However, to help them make the most of all that the learners' dictionary has to offer, the teacher needs to show them how to navigate its many routes.
• dictionaries • english • definitions of meaning • learners' dictionary • information
It is always difficult to wean students off their bilingual dictionaries, so it is probably best to encourage them to use their learners' dictionary alongside their bilingual crutch. However, to help them make the most of all that the learners' dictionary has to offer, the teacher needs to show them how to navigate its many routes.
• dictionaries • english • definitions of meaning • learners' dictionary • information
Using Podcasts to Improve Language
Just Vocabulary is a daily podcast for anyone who wishes to improve their English. Hosted by Jan Folmer, these web casts offer definitions and their usage in sentences.
• learning english • learning english vocabulary • just vocabulary • english as a second language studies • esl studies
Just Vocabulary is a daily podcast for anyone who wishes to improve their English. Hosted by Jan Folmer, these web casts offer definitions and their usage in sentences.
• learning english • learning english vocabulary • just vocabulary • english as a second language studies • esl studies
Anthropology Major
Anthropology, the study of all aspects of human beings, is a great major for students interested in culture and in conducting exciting research.
• anthopology major • human beings • cultures • language • biology
Anthropology, the study of all aspects of human beings, is a great major for students interested in culture and in conducting exciting research.
• anthopology major • human beings • cultures • language • biology
ESL Teaching Certification
Are you up to date with ESL teacher requirements? Read on for some important information and procedures for ESL teaching certification.
• esl teaching certification • esl teacher requirements • esl teacher requirements abroad • teaching english as a second language • teaching esl
Are you up to date with ESL teacher requirements? Read on for some important information and procedures for ESL teaching certification.
• esl teaching certification • esl teacher requirements • esl teacher requirements abroad • teaching english as a second language • teaching esl
Foreign Language in Preschool
Learning foreign languages at an early age provides priceless advantages and benefits
• teaching foreign language to young children • foreign language in preschool • foreign language in daycare • early language learning • language development
Learning foreign languages at an early age provides priceless advantages and benefits
• teaching foreign language to young children • foreign language in preschool • foreign language in daycare • early language learning • language development
Kids' National Parks Guidebook
Beautifully designed and durable enough for children, Teddy's Travels is a kids' journal, a scrapbook, and a guide to the National Parks of the U.S.A. For ages 6-14.
• kids travel journal • american national parks for children • books for middle readers • educational travel • children learning
Beautifully designed and durable enough for children, Teddy's Travels is a kids' journal, a scrapbook, and a guide to the National Parks of the U.S.A. For ages 6-14.
• kids travel journal • american national parks for children • books for middle readers • educational travel • children learning
Learn Spanish in Guatemala
Clear Spanish, low costs, and dozens of schools to choose from make Antigua, Guatemala one of the best places in Central America for learning to speak Spanish.
• spanish schools in antigua guatemala • things to do in guatemala • study spanish in antigua • learn a second language • learn spanish in central america
Clear Spanish, low costs, and dozens of schools to choose from make Antigua, Guatemala one of the best places in Central America for learning to speak Spanish.
• spanish schools in antigua guatemala • things to do in guatemala • study spanish in antigua • learn a second language • learn spanish in central america
Podcasting
There are many podcasts to help people learning Spanish, French, Chinese and several other languages, featuring grammar lessons, dialogues, tips and short stories.
• learning spanish • spanish language • spanish course • spanish podcast • online spanish courses
There are many podcasts to help people learning Spanish, French, Chinese and several other languages, featuring grammar lessons, dialogues, tips and short stories.
• learning spanish • spanish language • spanish course • spanish podcast • online spanish courses
Reasons to Learn Norwegian
With Spanish, French, and German taking a strong lead in foreign language popularity, I find myself increasingly in a position of advocacy when it comes to the Norwegian language. As a less commonly taught language (LCTL), Norwegian is usually not the first thing that comes to mind when people are looking to enrich their linguistic repertoire. Students typically look for languages which they feel will be useful to them in the professional world and which they can share with a large number of potential speakers.
• reasons to learn norwegian • foreign language learning • second language acquisition • heritage languages • genealogy
With Spanish, French, and German taking a strong lead in foreign language popularity, I find myself increasingly in a position of advocacy when it comes to the Norwegian language. As a less commonly taught language (LCTL), Norwegian is usually not the first thing that comes to mind when people are looking to enrich their linguistic repertoire. Students typically look for languages which they feel will be useful to them in the professional world and which they can share with a large number of potential speakers.
• reasons to learn norwegian • foreign language learning • second language acquisition • heritage languages • genealogy
Teaching ESL Grammar
Grammar is an important component of the language teaching syllabus. Grammar exercises that have been properly prepared are integral in the adoption of another language.
• grammar exercise • esl grammar exercise • grammar lesson • grammar lesson plans • second language teaching grammar plans
Grammar is an important component of the language teaching syllabus. Grammar exercises that have been properly prepared are integral in the adoption of another language.
• grammar exercise • esl grammar exercise • grammar lesson • grammar lesson plans • second language teaching grammar plans
Teaching ESL Listening
Listening is an important component of the language teaching syllabus. Listening exercises that have been properly prepared are integral in the adoption of a language.
• listening exercise • esl listening exercise • listening lesson • listening lesson plans • second language teaching listening plans
Listening is an important component of the language teaching syllabus. Listening exercises that have been properly prepared are integral in the adoption of a language.
• listening exercise • esl listening exercise • listening lesson • listening lesson plans • second language teaching listening plans
Teaching ESL Reading
Reading is an integral part of the language teaching syllabus. Learners can access meaning easier with reading exercises that have been properly prepared.
• reading exercise • esl reading exercise • reading lesson • reading lesson plans • second language teaching reading plans
Reading is an integral part of the language teaching syllabus. Learners can access meaning easier with reading exercises that have been properly prepared.
• reading exercise • esl reading exercise • reading lesson • reading lesson plans • second language teaching reading plans
Teaching ESL Speaking
Speaking is an important component of the language teaching syllabus. Speaking exercises that have been properly prepared are integral in the adoption of another language
• speaking exercise • esl speaking exercise • speaking lesson • speaking lesson plans • second language teaching speaking plans
Speaking is an important component of the language teaching syllabus. Speaking exercises that have been properly prepared are integral in the adoption of another language
• speaking exercise • esl speaking exercise • speaking lesson • speaking lesson plans • second language teaching speaking plans
Volunteer Travel
From conservation to construction, a range of activities awaits the international volunteer. This article provides practical resources and information on "voluntourism."
• volunteer travel • international volunteering • volunteer travel abroad • volunteer organizations • volunteering in a foreign country
From conservation to construction, a range of activities awaits the international volunteer. This article provides practical resources and information on "voluntourism."
• volunteer travel • international volunteering • volunteer travel abroad • volunteer organizations • volunteering in a foreign country