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Read articles written by expert teachers and English language professionals about a wide range of current English language teaching topics and issues. All of our articles feature ideas and suggestions about how you can develop your teaching and bring new ideas into your English language classroom.

The elements of a lesson plan

Part one of this article The basics of lesson planning outlined the rationale behind lesson planning. This article looks at some of the elements to consider when planning an actual lesson.

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Using authentic materials

Read about using authentic materials with learners of all levels.

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Differentiation in the language classroom

When our groups are so diverse and learner needs are so varied, how can we adapt our language teaching to make sure everyone is learning?

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How to Implement 21st Century Skills in Class

21st century skills are a real buzz-word. Let’s see how we can make those easily form part of our lessons.

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The truth behind learning styles

Did you know that learning styles theory is a myth, according to research?

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Form focus and recycling: getting grammar

In my last article, Reading for Information: Motivating learners to read efficiently, I referred to four stages in a task-based reading lesson.

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Techniques for priming and recycling

A four stage methodology for reading.

In Reading for Information, and Form focus and recycling, I have proposed a four stage methodology for teaching reading.

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Techniques for form focus after reading

In my last article, Reading for Information: Motivating learners to read efficiently, I referred to four stages in a task-based reading lesson

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Your learners as a resource

Cecilia Nobre explains why your learners can be your most valuable teaching resource and how to include more learner-generated content in your classes.

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Getting started with AI in the language classroom

This article by Suzanne Mordue gives you practical tips and tools to help you get started using AI in your language classroom.

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