Using pictures to teach English is a brilliant way to integrate visual tools in an ESL classroom and engage your students in the learning process. We understand that it can…
Do Teachers Get Drug Tested when Hired? [Updated]
As a profession that works directly with young people, teaching carries a significant level of responsibility and trust. One of the ways in which schools ensure the safety and well-being…
Everything to Know About Teaching Abbreviations
Mastering Abbreviations in ESL Learning: Effective Teaching Strategies Learning a new language is a significant task, and English, with its countless nuances, can be particularly challenging. One of these complexities…
21 Topics for Persuasive Writing [Updated]
Persuasive Writing Tips Persuasive writing is much like argumentative writing. It is a style of writing in which reason and logic are the primary modes of explaining a given topic….
Should Teachers Accept Late Work? [Balancing Responsibility]
Late work submission has long been a contentious topic among educators, with no definitive consensus. As educators, our primary responsibility is to nurture and shape the future generation, equipping students…
ESL Business Writing: [12 Common Writing Errors]
Think about all the countless emails, client proposals, and management reports that businesses produce every day. Even if your job description doesn’t say it, writing these documents makes you a…
15 Speaking Activities for ESL Learners [Detailed Guide]
Activity 1: “Two Truths and a Lie” Two Truths and a Lie is a classic icebreaker activity that encourages ESL learners to practice speaking while getting to know their classmates….
Top 10 Classroom Hacks for Teachers
Teaching is a rewarding, yet demanding profession. We educators wear many hats, from classroom managers to curriculum planners, mentors, and cheerleaders for our students. With so much on our plates,…
Modal Verbs Deduction Activities [Updated]
Introduction: Modal verbs are an integral part of English grammar, serving to express a range of meanings such as possibility, ability, permission, necessity, and deduction. Mastering the skill of modal…
Five Steps to Create a Progressive Student-Centered Classroom
Introduction: The education system of today finds itself grappling with the challenges of an outdated structure and teaching methods that no longer effectively engage and inspire students. In a rapidly…