Are you looking to improve your English skills with the help of an ESL tutor? If so, you’ve come to the right place. In this post, I’ll walk you through the process of finding the best ESL tutor online and help you make an informed decision. Having an ESL tutor can make a world of difference in your language-learning journey. […]
Step into a world reimagined through the vivid lens of adjectives. In this post, we’ll explore the transformative power of descriptive language, uncovering the secrets to making your written and spoken English captivating, colorful, and utterly unforgettable. Whether you’re an ESL student, aspiring writer or a seasoned wordsmith, understanding how to wield adjectives with precision can elevate your storytelling to […]
Communication is a fundamental aspect of human interaction, and mastering the art of effective communication can be a game-changer in both personal and professional relationships. Whether it’s a conversation with a loved one or a presentation to a room full of colleagues, the way we deliver our message can greatly impact how it is received. This is where intonation or […]
Level up your English job interview skills: Expert strategies for success Are you aspiring to secure your dream job but grappling with English job interviews? Fret not; you’re not alone. Many non-native English speakers encounter the daunting and challenging nature of job interviews conducted in English. The reassuring news is that, armed with the right strategies and thorough preparation, you […]
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 […]
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, […]
Why incorporate class discussions in your classroom? I think we can all agree that the ability to engage in meaningful conversations is a vital skill for any student. Creating an engaging environment where students can communicate and collaborate with each other through compelling conversation topics can be a powerful way to teach them to think critically, practice their communication skills, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Structuring class discussions that are academic, equitable and engaging can be challenging. No-prep lesson formats can achieve these goals. Make your lives easier with six tried and true, low-prep formats for successful class discussions. Use them on the fly (think bell ringers) as supplementary activities or springboards for initiating conversations, adding more meat to the bone as things progress. Affinity […]
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 fingertips. Empowering students is easy if you tap into what matters […]
Classroom debates are a great way to get your students thinking critically about a topic that is important to them. This format alleviates stress by shifting the pressure associated with delivering speeches independently to a system of micro-management among groups of students representing a united front; it still requires individual participation but over a wide range of responsibilities: brainstorming, research, […]
Fear of public speaking- my own story Given a choice between delivering a speech to an audience or kissing a viper on the lips – pucker up, venomous beauty. That is the kind of anxiety I attach to public speaking. On two occasions, I came close to fainting while presenting in the classroom. The first was in the third or […]
I was an avid gamer. That is, up until my wife packed up my console. I don’t know how many hours I’ve invested in gaming over the past decade. In truth, I don’t want to know. I’ve never been the type to play for an hour and move on to more important things. Once I’m in, I’m in for the […]
As we begin the new school year, it is the perfect time to think about how we, as teachers, can promote mental health awareness in the classroom. It is, without a doubt, one of the most relevant issues we face today. When our students enter the classroom, their well-being becomes our responsibility. We would like to share some ideas on […]
The magic of music Music is magical. I honestly don’t think I would be alive today if it weren’t for music; it has helped me through some pretty dark and difficult times. I don’t recall much from my earliest years except for music: the swinging, big bands and soulful crooners of my Grandparents’ generation, the kings and queens of Texas […]
Mental health and the content creator’s worst nightmare Writer’s block – the content creator’s worst nightmare, and I’ve got it in the worst way. In my case, it’s a reoccurring nightmare exacerbated and intensified by living with mental illness and all its associated imps of the mind. More often than not, searching within for inspiration and motivation feels like navigating […]
Part Three So, the tedious and stressful experience of actually getting my company up and running was done, and now the rest would be easy, right? Oh so wrong! I was more than ready to get started but there was just a little something missing. My students. I needed to get my name out there, but financially, advertising wasn’t exactly […]
Fast forward to the present day; suffice to say, she hasn’t kicked me out of the house (yet), an astounding feat of love, patience and fortitude that defies logic and common sense. I am not an easy person to live with: impossible at times. I think there is a measure of masochism and madness in any marriage; ours verges on […]
I came to Greece for the first time in the summer of 1993. The son of a serviceman in the diplomatic force, it was an opportunity to leave small-town life in Colorado and see the world. In the painfully brief two-and-a-half years I spent in Greece, my life was altered forever. I first set eyes on Karolina, my future wife, […]
Part Two It was 2012 and I was well on my way to beginning a new and exciting chapter in my life, but first I had to navigate the murky waters of Greek bureaucracy. Though it was a lifelong dream to open my own language school, doing so in the midst of an economic crisis, in a country that I […]
Part One As an ELA/ESL teacher who had spent the majority of her adult life teaching in a physical classroom, moving into the world of online teaching felt like a massive leap into the unknown, and to some extent it truly was that. Alas, I’m jumping ahead-let me start at the beginning! It was 2011, and at the […]
We are Karolina and Brian Knight, English Education Lab’s creators/husband and wife team! Karolina’s Story I have been teaching English to both children and adults for over 28 years in various countries and organizations. My love and passion for the English language has been a constant in my life and has over the years developed into a deep interest to […]
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