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Teaching Matters: Do Our Students Need to Swim in English or Pass Grammar Tests?

February 19, 2016 compellingconversations-admin

Here is a short list of important questions for our English language learners. Can they order food in a nice restaurant? Can students fill in…

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In the News: Will the U.K. Debate over Teaching English to Reduce Islamic Extremism Travel Here?

February 6, 2016 compellingconversations-admin

“Education is an ornament in prosperity, and a refuge in adversity.” ~Aristotle (384-322 BCE), Ancient Greek philosopher and scientist Can teaching English to new immigrants…

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Conversation Tips: The Power of Paraphrasing

January 22, 2016 compellingconversations-admin

If English students can accurately paraphrase a reading, a radio segment, or a verbal statement, they can actively participate in common conversations and classroom discussions.…

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Teaching Matters: What Are Reasonable Standards for Listening Comprehension and Speaking Skills for ESL Students?

January 11, 2016 compellingconversations-admin

“Our progress as a nation can be no swifter than our progress in education.” ~John F. Kennedy (1917-1963), 35th President of the U.S.   Tough…

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Resources: Links for ESL Teachers About Informational Interviews

January 8, 2016 compellingconversations-admin

“The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary.” ~Vidal Sassoon (1928-2012), British hairstylist and businessman   Late last year, we published…

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Hedging Language & Seeking Clarification in Our Arguments

December 29, 2015 compellingconversations-admin

In argumentative essays, it is crucial to acknowledge both sides of the discussion; a nearly impossible feat without using hedging language. Here's an interactive way…

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Teaching Tips: Discussing Idioms in the Classroom

December 23, 2015 compellingconversations-admin

Idioms can be difficult for ESL beginners to make sense of. Here are some examples and tips to get you started.

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Using 5W/H Filter & Creating Longer, Better Conversations

November 25, 2015 compellingconversations-admin

  What is the 5W/H filter? Who can use this technique? Where can English students use the 5W/H filter in daily conversations? When can they use this method?…

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Practicing Interview Skills, Staging a Mock Job Interview and Self Evaluation

November 20, 2015 compellingconversations-admin

Finding work is not always an easy thing, particularly in an uncertain economy such as that of the United States. But how does one get a…

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Changing Work Titles & Greater Equality

November 6, 2015 compellingconversations-admin

“Habits change into character.” ~Ovid (43 BCE-17 CE), Ancient Roman poet Which is correct: fireman or firefighter? The answer is both! But one has been…

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