Speaking English correctly is not just about grammar and vocabulary. EFL learners often find register and style difficult to master.

Nov 22, 2010 - Marlene de Wilde

Many people are let down by their English. Sometimes you know how something is said, but not how it should be written. Here are some tips to help avoid common errors.

Feb 26, 2009 - Karen Murdarasi

The way people speak changes over time, but that is no excuse for the poor grammar that is creeping into everyday spoken and written English.

May 17, 2010 - Abby Trow

For students of the French language, learning a few common idiomatic expressions, gestures and studying cultural norms of French conversation can make a big impact.

Sep 26, 2008 - Alicia King

Fluency needs an ability to use language idiomatically at the right times and understand it in conversation. This book is a guide to English idioms from around the world.

Mar 10, 2010 - Martin P Wilson

Beat, Hip Hop and modern day spoken word poetry all seek to interpret times of social upheaval and to encourage ordinary people to tell their stories.

Aug 3, 2008 - Brenda Ann Burke

A strong knowledge of the English vocabulary is vital to communication and conveying your thoughts to others. Learn some ways to improve your vocabulary.

Jan 11, 2011 - Nick Mann

English has become the second language of the world, a status that is incontrovertible. Meanwhile, its new business shorthand Globish is on a faster track.

Aug 28, 2010 - Howard Bryan Bonham

Before tackling any writing task in ESL, make sure you understand why you are writing and who you are writing to.

Nov 23, 2010 - Marlene de Wilde

Being an English or language arts teacher requires lots of skills, patience, and time to commit to perfecting the practice.

Dec 25, 2007 - Douglas Parker

Two heads are better than one, which is why peer reviews can help all students in a class. Find out why and how peer reviews can improve a student's essay.

Oct 5, 2009 - Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

Oral and written language each have unique characteristics. Command of these features will improve communication skills.

Oct 26, 2010 - Leann Richards

The written Gospel in Greek has been translated into many tongues, but it is also a translation: from Aramaic.

Jul 1, 2010 - Dimitri Alexander

Louis Braille has been credited with the invention of Braille, but some may be surprised to know that before the known system, there was a similar code.

Sep 8, 2010 - Kristen Brenner

Knowing which are the most popular or frequently used words in English can be useful for boosting literacy and language skills.

Sep 19, 2010 - Helen Worswick

Learn how to improve the SEO ranking of your writing online, and drive large amounts of traffic to your content.

Jul 8, 2011 - Dylan Lamberti

Marking books is one of the most time consuming activities for new teachers of English. Yet with a little planning it can become second nature.

Nov 17, 2009 - Steven Pink

A selection of ideas to help create a learning environment in your classroom that will enrich secondary school English lessons

Nov 15, 2010 - Kate Johnson

Addition to Reader's Digest library of reference books, this one on grammar but created in a fun to read while you're learning style. Filled with fun facts.

Dec 29, 2011 - Paym Bergson

Poor penmanship plagues many people. Here are some basic tips on how to improve it.

Sep 5, 2007 - Shawn Landis