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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;
Teaching “The Great Debaters”
“The Great Debaters” is an inspiring story of courage, creativity and resolve. Debate begins with a resolution. It starts with a point to prove. It
Super Bowl Commercials 2021
Jeep persuaded Bruce Springsteen to appear in his first commercial ever, a two-minute call for national unity “It’s no secret the middle has been a hard place
What Jane Austen can teach us about resilience – BBC Culture
Her novels may be mischaracterized as romantic escapism, but at their core, they have a lot to say about perseverance – and it makes them
The 2016 Documentary Film, The 13th
Guest writer Marianne Teresa Ruud. Purpose: Supplemental Material for Lessons and Teaching in the Classroom of the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution, the
Covid takes a harder toll on women than men
Lesson plan Read the articles below and compare what is happening in Great Britain and the USA, write a short summary of the articles Discuss
Teaching cultural sensitivity in film: Looking through the lens of Ali´s Wedding
Guest writer Elaine Gowie-Fleischer Purpose: A closer look at how people are portrayed in films. Background In a speech to the UK’s House of Commons in March