Based on an article from “The Hechinger Report”, by Jill Barshay. This is based on this study published September 2021. Pathways to Student Motivation: A
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Engaging Short Stories in Spanish for Elementary, Middle, and High School Students
This is a website I found that offers short stories in Spanish. They aim to teach important lessons about family, identity, courage, and more. You
Teachers’ attitudes towards the children in their classrooms
Three school roles for students Student, receptive learner, and active learner. This article is based on a research paper: Review of Educational Research Fall 1983, Vol 53, No. 3,
“Rethinking assessment in a digital time.”
“For exams, is using the internet considered cheating?” I wrote this article published by KQED in 2012. That was the year the Ministry of Education
Teaching the greatest commencement speeches of all time
According to CNN From Obama to Steve Jobs: I have earlier shared great commencement speeches. See this lesson plan. Now I would like to share
50 crazy ideas to change education
I just read this article by Terry Heick. Although it is influenced by an American way of thinking school, at least that is my opinion,
What Makes Us Human?
Jeremy Vine explores what makes us human in this landmark BBC Radio 2 series. Guests deliver their thoughts on the essence of human existence, reflecting
Teaching students how to make a podcast about the Corona virus
By guest writer Kristian Otterstad Andresen Preparation As the world is tired of hearing about the coronavirus and the infection it causes, namely the COVID-19
World’s happiest countries in 2021, why is that important now?
I just read this article from CNN and would like to share it here. Lesson plan Look at the rankings and read the text below.
Teaching media literacy
News that’s nice to know, news you need to know This lessonplan is based on a lesson plan from PBS NewHour Extra. if you would
Teaching international women’s day #ChooseToChallenge
Coinciding with Women’s History Month, International Women’s Day is a global celebration observed on 8 March every year. It is an opportunity to celebrate the
Teaching English social studies using the Film Gran Torino
Living in a multicultural society “Reflect on how cultural differenced and dissimilar value systems can affect communication. It can also be used in addressing globalization
Teaching English using poetry.
Using poems in class Any authentic material exposes students to some ‘real English’ and can be very motivating for your students, provided they are supported
Teaching The Great Gatsby; The world’s most misunderstood novel?
Lesson plan Source: The New York Times, The Learning Network And BBC Culture Structure Do the tasks here, then read the article by Hephzibah Anderson10th on
4 Fun Ways to Practice Short Oral Presentations
Just Read this article with great examples of activities in language classes. Thanks to Larry Ferlazzo follow him here @Larryferlazzo. Here are some great points;