Academics in the UK have warned about the decrease in number of students learning a second language in schools. Despite the warnings, the rate of enrollment for foreign languages in GCSEs continues to drop. Experts said this decline in foreign language learning has something to do with the British attitude to languages.
Aug 17, 2010
Writing 3740 Views
Children love using their imaginations and using writing prompts is a great way to allow them to do just that. Here is a list of several topics your students will truly enjoy writing about!
One of the first decisions to make is which language should you choose to learn, this decision is closely linked with the second challenge - what is your reason behind wanting to learn a language. If you just want to learn a new language to prove that you can, then it doesn't really matter what language you choose - choose one you are interested in.
Aug 20, 2010
Tutoring/Home School 2749 Views
Employment for retired teachers is one hot topic nowadays. Considering that every year, hundreds of old mentors tend to leave school because it is but right for them to retire. However, retirement for some is a dead end. It is in this phase where they will not do anything and simply wait at home idling for some things.
Aug 20, 2010
Pronunciation/Phonics 3522 Views
English, it is said, is an unaccented language. This conveniently ignores words imported from French, which depend on the mood of the writer and a printer deep in the bowels of a newspaper. But accents indicate the emphasis and I recommend that all students of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) use their own private accent marks.
ESL teachers can use songs for teaching English to their students with great success. ESL songs can bring energy to the classroom, boost students' confidence, and provide a much needed active learning experience for younger students who may become easily bored or distracted.
Aug 22, 2010
Speaking/Listening 3230 Views
Listening in the foreign language is the most difficult skill for most learners. Here are some suggestions for improving those listening skills, and recommendations for foreign language learning programs.
Aug 22, 2010
Learning Methodology 3307 Views
One of the best ways to make incremental progress during your other 8 hours is to learn. There are all sorts of newfangled websites that can teach you a thing or two -- some with nifty videos and others with PowerPoint presentations. Call me old school, but I think...
Aug 25, 2010
Study Skills 2798 Views
Study for exams: Having good grades is your passport in entering an excellent university or college. If you are in college already, landing a good job is your next aim and a better way to do that is by having good grades in school.
Aug 25, 2010
Other 2611 Views
Public education is receiving more and more money year after year, but is the money really being spent in a way that is benefiting your child and improving their education? Are test scores improving, and if they are is it because students are actually getting a better education or are the tests just getting easier?