Category: Teaching
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9 tips on how to avoid surprises when preparing for the Speech Module in German
Many learners need confirmation of their language knowledge and skills in the form of an internationally recognized certificate (e.g. Goethe-Zertifikat order ÖSD-Zertifikat from A1 to C2, Großes Deutsche Sprachdiplom (GDS), Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer (DTZ), TestDaF). There can be various circumstances: admission to study, work permit, and participation in a project impose fairly strict time frames.…
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Low standards in learning a foreign language
Lately, the topic of low standards has been super hot on social media. I have experience both in teaching and in further training foreign language teachers. That’s why I’ve decided to gather my thoughts and knowledge on this topic. I talk about teachers who set low standards, low standards in learning grammar, cultural and geographical…
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21 Free Creative English Writing Activities for the A1 Level
Teaching creative writing in schools is not only about teaching writing fiction. No. It will help your students to find new ways of thinking, thinking outside the box, and improving their vocabulary, grammar knowledge, punctuation, empathy, etc. I’ve gathered 22 engaging writing exercises (the A1 level) that your students will definitely enjoy! Before we start,…
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Dyslexia: 15 types, symptoms and how to help students
Dyslexia is a learning disorder that involves difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words—also called reading disability. Dyslexia is the result of individual differences in areas of the brain that process language. Researchers have found that dyslexia has nothing to do with problems with intelligence,…
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What to know if you want to teach English at French universities
This guest blog post was written by Phil Wade, who has worked in education as a teacher, teacher trainer, and examiner for over 25 years. He is currently an English coordinator at the University of Reunion in France. Phil’s blog post is for English teachers who are thinking about teaching at a university in France. …
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47 free online courses for English teachers in 2024
In this blog post, I have gathered 47 free online courses for teachers of foreign languages. The courses are self-paced, i.e., there are no fixed dates for starting them. These courses are in English. Teaching reading Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A Task Based Approach Teaching writing Teaching Writing Process Teaching Writing Specialization Writing and Editing: Word…
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9 tips on how to become a reflective teacher
Becoming a reflective teacher involves continuously evaluating and improving your teaching practices. Here I’d like to talk in-depth about how to become more self-aware (with practical exercises), research-based techniques for setting goals, what to write in your teaching reflective journal, tips for self-observations, and how professional development can help you reflect, analyze, and act on…
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Vocabulary lists when learning a new language – pros and cons
Whether you are a teacher or a learner, you know what vocabulary lists are. I’m a polyglot of 7 languages and a foreign language teacher. To be honest, I used to hate them. But then I realized that they can be helpful in learning a foreign language. Of course, it depends on how learners organize…
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11 Reasons Why Students Make Mistakes
We all make mistakes. They are a natural part of our lives, especially when we are learning a foreign language. Our students make mistakes, too. I do believe that if we know why our students make mistakes, we will be able to provide better feedback. Thus, the lessons will be more productive. Fear of making…
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6 interesting ideas for Thanksgiving Day activities for your English lesson
This year (2023) Thanksgiving Day will be celebrated on November 23. If you talk about it with your learners, here are some exercises you could use in your lesson. The topic “Thanksgiving Day” is a great opportunity to learn new words, revise or learn new grammar, practice speaking skills, and improve critical thinking. It is…
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