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03
NOV
2016
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Introducing Yourself in English: Making Small Talk

First impressions matter, but how do we keep a conversation going afterwards? Here are some common small talk topics to review with your students.
27
OCT
2016
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Making Introductions: Mastering the Handshake

First impressions matter. How can we help reduce our English students’ anxiety about meeting native speakers? Start with a smile and a handshake!
07
OCT
2016
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Chimayo Press Catalog Spotlight: Compelling Convesations – Vietnam

Vietnamese readers and teachers of English: do you wish to create a more fluency-focused curriculum for your ESL/EFL class this fall? Are you seeking new, engaging communicative activities to encourage class discussions? How about flexible lesson plans with a built-in homework...
30
SEP
2016
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Teaching Email Etiquette Part 2

Teaching email etiquette remains an essential challenge for English teachers. Here's some practical advice for writing the body of any professional email.
27
SEP
2016
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Teaching Email Etiquette, Part 1

From subject line to closing remark, email etiquette is more than just good manners; it's essential for modern professionals in school and the workplace.
17
SEP
2016
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The Fall 2016 Chimayo Press Catalog is here!

Embed from Getty Images   Are you looking to create a more fluency-focused curriculum for your ESL/EFL class this fall? Do you seek new, engaging communicative activities to encourage more class discussions? Is teaching English students to ask better questions and create...
09
SEP
2016
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Express Yourself: Discussing English Quotations and Forming Opinions

Many students have trouble finding their voice, let alone in another language! Here some tips for using English quotations to create classroom discussions.
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