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Tag Archives: online learning
Post and Reply Writing Games
The activities in this post are easy and ready-to-use ESL writing games for online teaching that you can play whether you have an asynchronous or synchronous classroom. In my classroom, I have used these activities as starters or as an … Continue reading
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Tagged as classroom games, language games, online activities, online learning, online teaching, teaching writing, word games, writing, writing activities, writing games
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4 Promising Programs to Practice Pronunciation in Private
For many students, pronunciation is an elusive white whale. They can often get the basics down, but they rarely get enough time and feedback to fine tune their dipthongs or their consonant clusters. Pronunciation classes are wonderful, but often in short … Continue reading
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Tagged as apps for ELT, edtech, educational technology, learning online, online learning, pronunciation
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6 Tips for Successful Online Presentations
Few activities in the ESL speaking class are as challenging for students as presentations. Giving one can be overwhelming because it involves so many different skills—from fluency, pronunciation, and grammar to clear organization and smooth delivery. Giving a presentation online … Continue reading
6 Scaffolds to Support ELs in a Virtual Classroom
According to my sources on #ELLCHAT, a Twitter discussion group for teachers of English learners (ELs), students are sitting in virtual classrooms during the pandemic, struggling to understand content-area information. It is critical for ELs to obtain comprehensible input from … Continue reading
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Tagged as distance learning, elementary education, elementary ESL, online learning, primary education, scaffolding, virtual classroom
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In the Aftermath of Crisis: Autonomous Learning
In light of the COVID-19 emergency, almost the entire planet has been forced to use remote instruction in one way or another. Ecuador was not an exception; in the second week of March, students were sent home to continue with … Continue reading
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Tagged as autonomous learning, covid-19, learner autonomy, online learning, self-directed learning
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Supporting Dually Identified English Learners
Online learning, distance learning, homeschooling, and virtual meetings have become more common phrases and practices over the past couple of weeks. The digital divide has been more evident than ever as students are encouraged to continue learning online while sheltering … Continue reading
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Tagged as advocacy, civil rights, online learning, special education, special needs, teaching online
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Pronunciation Teaching Charlatans: 5 Red Flags
When was the last time you turned to the Internet to solve a problem or find an answer to a question? Minutes ago, right? Well, guess what: Our students are doing it too, and many of them are looking for … Continue reading
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Tagged as ESL listening, evergreen, Karen Taylor de Caballero, online learning, pronunciation, speech, teaching speaking
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Duolingo: Independent Learning
Depending on the native language(s) of the students you teach, you might want to send your students to Duolingo for independent language learning and practice activities. Duolingo is a free website and app designed for language learners. It is absolutely … Continue reading