englisheducationlab, Author at English Education Lab

May 17, 2023

Five foolproof ways to expand your online ESL teaching student base

Expand your online ESL teaching student base As an online ESL teacher, you’re probably looking for ways to grow your student base and reach more people who are eager to learn English. While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to achieving this goal, there are proven strategies that you can use to expand your student base and achieve success. In this blog […]

ESL Teaching 0 4 min read

April 27, 2023

Why online ESL teaching is the future

Online ESL teaching is the future and I’m here to tell you why! I think it’s safe to say that online teaching has revolutionized the education industry, and ESL teaching is no exception. With the rapid advancements in technology and the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become an increasingly popular and practical option for both teachers and students. Beyond the pandemic, […]

ESL Teaching 0 5 min read

March 18, 2023

Teacher Talking Time vs Student Talking Time- 5 tips to find the balance

Teacher Talking Time- the back story Today, I’m putting myself out there and sharing an embarrassing, yet very relatable experience for many teachers. I’m doing so in the hope that I might be able to offer some guidance to those in a similar situation as I was in. I’d also like to take a closer look at two very common […]

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January 18, 2023

Silence in classroom discussions- should you be worried?

Is silence in classroom discussions always a bad thing? We’re sure you’ve experienced both scenarios; there are student-led class discussions that run wild and then those where you can hear a pin drop. Of course, there’s also everything in between as well! In short, the answer to the question above is a resounding NO! Let’s take a look at why […]

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December 27, 2022

Authentic participation for successful discussions in the classroom

What does authentic participation actually mean? We are almost certain that each one of you has experienced one or both of the following scenarios when conducting student-led discussions in the classroom. The first one involves a discussion whereby students are so eager to share their thoughts that complete chaos ensues. Two or three students dominate the discussion, and a few […]

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December 12, 2022

Creating an emotionally safe classroom for successful class discussions

What does an emotionally safe classroom mean? Creating and maintaining a safe environment is the very first condition necessary for successful class discussions. What does safety mean though and how do we create an emotionally safe classroom? Emotional safety refers to the emotional and psychological safety of your students. Although you may have some students willing to share ideas without […]

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September 6, 2022

How to foster a sense of community with student-driven class discussions

How to foster a sense of community with student-driven class discussions At the onset of the academic year, sparking your students’ enthusiasm for deep conversation is like asking them to climb Everest without oxygen and do burpees at the summit. Do not shoulder the creative burden alone; share it with your students! A wellspring of good ideas is at your […]

ESL Learning 0 6 min read

Five foolproof ways to expand your online ESL teaching student base

Why online ESL teaching is the future

Top 5 compelling conversation topics for the middle/high school classroom

Teacher Talking Time vs Student Talking Time- 5 tips to find the balance

Silence in classroom discussions- should you be worried?

Authentic participation for successful discussions in the classroom

Creating an emotionally safe classroom for successful class discussions

How to foster a sense of community with student-driven class discussions

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