This series of presentations, given at Universitas Sam Ratulangi on Nov. 1, 2013 by English Language Fellows Brian Holzer and Jeremy Beal, is full of principles and practical activities for teaching grammar, writing, speaking, and listening. Principles for Teaching Communicative Grammar Writing Activities Activities for Teaching Speaking Fluency Listening Skills Continue reading
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Letters to Obama
Indonesians have many questions about life in the United States, but one thing they all know is the name of the president. This activity gives them an opportunity to write a letter to Obama. The author suggests trying this lesson during Black History Month, but it should work any time of the year. Before writing, … Continue reading
Body Image
This lesson takes on the difficult topic of body image and stereotypes. Here students will practice writing, speaking and listening. There are links to supplementary websites and videos in the lesson plan. Body Image Lesson Continue reading
Advertisements
Student enjoy creating advertisements, either for real products or products that they think of themselves. In this activity, students practice listening and writing through dictation. Then they come up with new slogans for products found in magazines or newspapers. Advertisement Lesson Continue reading
Introductions
The first day of class is always a good time to have students get to know more about each other. Here is a lesson plan that allows your students to do just that while practicing writing, listening and speaking. Introductions Lesson Continue reading
Teaching reading and writing in fun and effective ways
ELF Autumn Jackson presented at SMA 6 in Makassar on how to teach reading and writing in fun and effective ways. Her presentation, aimed at high school and junior high teachers, includes background theories and information as well as some tips and activities that can be used in the classroom. Fun and Effective English Teaching … Continue reading
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