Articles posted in January 2009TO 3D OR NOT TO 3D
This is a short follow-up to a previous article on the viability of virtual worlds as language learning/teaching platforms, in specific Second Life. Focus here is the use of SL (Second Life) as a component of blended learning.
http://eslarticle.com/pub/articles/english-as-a-second-language-esl/virtual-world-scepticism-792.htm
Cultivate Curiosity in English Students
English teachers should cultivate student curiosity and nudge them to become autotelic - or self-directed. The author, an English professor in Los Angeles, suggests a few simple techniques that gently push students to take more responsibility for their own development as English language learners.
Tutoring Students on Conversation Skills? Set Clear Expectations!
Tutoring conversation skills seems quite easy, but setting clear expectations establishes standards and avoids problems. The author, an experienced conversation tutor and university professor, provides a concise overview of te numerous advantages to approaching tutoring conversation in a systematic manner.
The Best Way to Learn English Quickly
Have you ever wondered why children seem to be able to learn to speak English a lot faster than adults? The reason is mainly because they don't have the fear associated with learning a new language that adults have.
Advice for Teachers: How to Discipline Without Stress, Punishment or Rewards
Young people today come to school with a different orientation than past generations. Traditional student disciplining approaches are no longer successful for far too many young people.
The Con in Constructivism
Constructivism has been ubiquitous for decades; educators can hardly write a grant proposal without using this trendy term.
But what does it mean?
Parents Disappointed with Phonics Find Alternative
Phonics is a method of teaching a child to read by learning the sounds of each letter and sounding them out to form words. The method has been widely adopted in the United States for decades to teach beginning readers.
Reading Readiness Secrets for Home School Parents
Experts in child development often say that parents are the first educators. And, whether parents elect to traditionally educate their children or dedicate a significant portion of their own time, effort, and resources to homeschool their children, the simple truth is that...
Education: Criticisms but What Solutions?
Education is a big debate. There is no doubt that there is room for improvement in this country and many others. God knows it is a big topic of discussion in parties, meetings, gym classes and homes. And everywhere else.
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