Apply psychology to your learning techniques to improve your learning and speed up your results
Ah, the TEFL classroom! A magical place where the air is thick with the scent of dry-erase markers, the sound of enthusiastic chatter, and the occasional awkward silence as students grapple with the complexities of English. As TEFL teachers, we often find ourselves on a quest to engage our students, boost their confidence, and help […]
Collaborative Learning in the TEFL Classroom: Let’s Team Up for Success! Read More »
The journey of learning a new language is often thrilling, but it can also bring about a sense of vulnerability, especially when it comes to speaking in public. Many learners experience anxiety at the thought of making mistakes or simply speaking up in a second language. This fear can be a significant barrier to language
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One of the joys of teaching is the opportunity teachers get to meet new people who bring a wide range of personalities, experiences, skills and stories to the classroom. Time in the classroom helps us grow both professionally and personally, thanks to the diversity of our students. While there are many aspects that contribute to
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Language teachers meet a wide range of people in the classroom. Our students vary in age and language proficiency level, in cultural background and in personality. As professionals, it’s beneficial to ourselves and our students to be welcoming of this diversity and to have a framework for helping people with the broad range of personality
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How TEFL Teachers Can Help Introverted Students Thrive in the Classroom
Learning a new language can be an exhilarating journey, but it’s not without its fair share of challenges. For students of the English language, mastering its intricacies can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. But with the right strategies and a proactive approach, you can enhance your English language learning experience and accelerate your progress.
Boost Your English Language Learning: Memorize New Words Easily! Read More »
Language learning can be a challenging process, but one concept that can make it easier and more effective is that of comprehensible input. Developed by linguist Stephen Krashen, the theory of comprehensible input suggests that language learners acquire language best when they are exposed to language that is just slightly beyond their current level of
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Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) is an innovative and interactive way for students to learn a new language. It is a form of instruction that has become increasingly popular in classrooms around the world, as it allows students to actively participate in the learning process. In comparison to traditional language teaching methods, such as grammar-translation, TBLT
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If habits are actions that we do easily, fluidly, all the time, without even needing to think about them, imagine how great it would be if we could make language learning a habit! No more forcing yourself to open that grammar book! No more groaning at the thought of going through that writing practice exercise!
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How speaking 2 languages can make your kid’s brain better, and help yours last longer! It’s generally accepted that when we’re talking about languages, two is better than one. But what are the real positives that bilingualism can bring to those who are lucky enough to speak more than one language? Let’s find out! At
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