Active Games for Young Learners

Active Games for Young Learners

Sometimes, classes just have a little extra energy. That’s especially true this time of year. As summer vacation approaches, students find it harder to contain their excitement. Teachers are also distracted by end-of-the-year administrative work, and students sense...
EFL and Autism Spectrum Disorder: How to Make It Work

EFL and Autism Spectrum Disorder: How to Make It Work

In recent years, there has been a distinct rise in autism spectrum disorders, also called autistic spectrum disorders or ASD. The exact cause of this rise is still under debate, though genetics, waiting until later in life to have children, and lifestyle changes are...

ESL Activity Idea – Play Your Cards Right

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This is an ESL activity idea using one of the English class’s most valuable tools: flashcards. This post uses animal flashcards as an example, but the activity is adaptable to a variety of topics. It is best suited for nouns,...
Classroom Management in a Nutshell

Classroom Management in a Nutshell

Classroom management is an essential part of any teacher’s job. It can also be one of the most difficult parts, depending on a million little factors.  What is Classroom Management? Classroom management is a term used by teachers (and their managers) to describe...
How to Teach Private Classes: Adapting Course Books

How to Teach Private Classes: Adapting Course Books

Many teachers wonder how to teach private classes using EFL course books to help provide lessons with an overall structure. However, as most course books are intended for use in a group, these will usually need to be adapted in order to meet the needs and interests of...