Actively using English is critical for people who are learning the language. Because many of the people coming to our English classes don’t speak English very much outside of class, it’s vitally important to their success that they speak English as much as possible while in class. However, one of the most common mistakes teachers […]
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As classes start up again this fall, it’s a good time to look at classroom rules and the impact they have on student learning. Every “rule” should be necessary to move us toward our end goal and provide each student with a fun, supportive, healthy learning environment. Fortunately, for most adult ESL classes rules don’t need
Big Picture Basis When starting an ESL ministry, it is important to know your goals for the ministry. Do you want to teach English Bible stories? Do you want to provide basic English conversation practice? Do you want to help students study for their green card? Is your ESL ministry a service to the community
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Starting an ESL ministry at your church can be both an exciting and daunting task. Several years ago, my husband and I looked around our international church and realized that there were quite a few people who would really appreciate a place to learn more English. It all started with a woman I’ll call Ann. Church members
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