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The 6 Principles’ Book Club

Posted on 20 September 2018 by Jennifer Lacroix
Jennifer Lacroix
Jennifer Lacroix

One of the biggest challenges for educators is keeping abreast of current research. Empirical studies can inform and improve our practice, but it can be difficult to find time to decipher and stay up-to-date with the literature. This past summer, … Continue reading →

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ESP Strands in a Business Case Study Program

Posted on 16 May 2017 by Kevin Knight
Kevin Knight
Kevin Knight

Hello, ESPers worldwide! A few months ago, I was invited to create and participate (with my Japanese colleagues) in an intensive English program (IEP) for undergraduate students from Kanda University of International Studies (KUIS, my university in Japan) and from … Continue reading →

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From Reggae Reggae Sauce to Job Interview Training

Posted on 10 January 2017 by Kevin Knight
Kevin Knight
Kevin Knight

Hello, ESPers worldwide! In this TESOL Blog post, I share a story of how I was able to meet the needs of Japanese adult learners in a business English class. The students asked me to start making my lessons more … Continue reading →

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ELT Best Practices: Intensive English Programs in the USA

Posted on 2 May 2016 by Sherry Blok
Sherry Blok
Sherry Blok

Alyssa Swanson, manager of Penn’s Intensive English Program, believes that best practices are routed in envisioning new avenues, bridging the gap between administrators and teachers, and engaging in professional development. With a background in international education and public relations, Alyssa … Continue reading →

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