6 tips to help children improve their homework making them confident
Homework – the bane of every student who has ever lived. It is an interesting relationship. While we all know that homework is an integral part of their studies, it…
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When you think of ‘teachers’, it probably sounds like they should all be the same. They are most likely boring, strict, and old. However, as most of us know, the…
How to set up a positive, loving environment for your students
As teachers, it should always be our goal to set up as much of a loving environment for our students as possible. A warm learning environment enables students to feel…
Top 5 Interview Questions For Teachers To Know In 2021
It can be incredibly nerve-wracking to prepare for and be in job interviews. This is especially true if you have been looking for a job for a while and are…
What qualities do all great teachers have in common?
A teacher is perhaps one of the most underrated professions in the world. Everybody seems to underestimate how much impact a teacher can have on a student, from influencing how…
Type of ESL students you will teach in Hong Kong, and how to deal with them
Every student is unique and has their own sets of personalities, learning speeds and learning styles. However, I have noticed that most Hong Kong ESL students do somewhat roughly fit…
Can I teach in Hong Kong without a degree?
I have been there before – the seemingly hopeless journey of finding a job without having acquired a bachelor’s degree. It can be extremely disheartening to look around for jobs…
How to live your best life as an English teacher in Hong Kong
Living in Hong Kong is a fantastic opportunity, and it’s essential to make the most of the city while working there as a teacher. There is a lot of fun…
Effectively using music and video in an ESL classroom without losing control
Ever wondered how to incorporate music/videos/TV into your lessons and not lose control of the class? When it comes to making lessons fun and interactive, a good way of achieving…
Making the most of ESL coursebooks & textbooks to your advantage
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5 engaging tips to make your students love and learn English
Are your students not engaging? How to get them to fall in love with English? How to engage your students and create a desire for English language learning. If these…
Tips to teach the advanced C1 students and help them make progress
At times teaching advanced students can be a daunting prospect for ESL teachers. Especially if students are preparing for a certification course or need to pass an exam for work,…
Top ESL Resources To Help Your Students Gain More
The ESL market is vast, and within it, we find lot of resources available to enhance our classroom, our planning and of course, our teaching. But how on earth do…
Setting meaningful homework for ESL learners – Top tips and ideas
Homework is often disliked by students and can make extra work for teachers if it involves marking. Depending on where you work, homework may or may not be part of…
How to prepare classes for beginner ESL learners (A1 students)?
For many teachers preparing and teaching beginner ESL learners comes as a challenge. We have an article providing tips to prepare for your first ever ESL class. Often educators are…
How to conduct an “English Only” ESL classroom? Is it ever possible to do so?
I am sure every ESL teacher (or most of them) at some point had to remind their class to speak in English. Perhaps to stop gossiping in their native language…
How to prepare for your first-ever ESL class – Top Tips!
Congratulations on completing your TEFL certification (CertTESOL, CELTA or a similar teaching qualification). Now the day has come that you’ve been waiting for – to actually handle an ESL classroom!…
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Planning and preparing resources for a class is an essential part of any teacher’s life. Some people love it, while a few don’t. Either way, it can be extremely time-consuming…
A Brief History of Phrasal Verbs
The overview Phrasal verbs are notorious in the realm of English teaching. Students hate them, teachers hate teaching them, and examiners love including them. The last part of the previous…
Student-Led Vs Teacher-Led Classes, Learning
When you think of a classroom, do you see the typical set up of a teacher at the front with students sitting in separate desks? Well, then that is just…
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