Thought-provoking articles and classroom ideas for English teachers who never stop learning.
In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, traditional teaching methods are being challenged by innovative approaches that prioritize student engagement and real-world application. One such transformative method is Project-Based Learning (PBL). Imagine a classroom where students are not just passive recipients of information, but active participants in their own learning journey. Through PBL, students tackle complex problems, collaborate with peers, and develop critical thinking skills that prepare them for the demands of the 21st century. This article delves into the power of Project-Based Learning, exploring its key strategies, benefits, and the profound impact it has on both educators and students.
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Are you looking to raise environmental awareness in your classroom, but you just don’t have the time? You’ve come to the right place! In this post, and in part 2 coming soon, we’ll be bringing you some activities that can be used in almost any class with little or no prep.
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Passing written exams with a good grade does not only require knowledge of English, it also involves careful analysis of the question(s) being asked, planning your answer and structured practice. Find out how Nick Franklin tackles EFL exam preparation in his latest post.
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More than any other teacher, English teachers have to master the art of giving instructions. Why is it so difficult and how can you make sure your student always know what to do? Lindsay Clandfield explains all!
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Speaking in class is both essential and difficult to do. In this post, Nick Franklin explores some simple techniques and strategies to get everyone in your class speaking, sensibly, in English.
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Where, how, when and to what end your students are seated is a vital factor in successful language practice. Discover Nick Franklin’s worst classroom management experience, how he learned from it and some great ideas for 21st-century ESL students.
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Now, more than ever, environmental sustainability is a central topic in the classroom. Here are 5 ways we can include these themes in our lessons so that it becomes easy for students to think about sustainability and begin green habits that could last a lifetime.
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