How to Host a Fireside Chat in Your Adult Language Classroom
A fireside chat with a real-world professional can do something a coursebook unit can't: it puts living, breathing language in context. Here's exactly how to run one, how to get every student involved, and how to adapt it for online settings.
How to Make Vocabulary Stick: The "Words I Own" Method
Tired of vocabulary lessons that don't stick? My "Words I Own" method adapts the research-backed Frayer model for a 10-minute activity, to help students build vocabulary incrementally while forming deeper connections with new words. Read on to discover how this simple yet effective approach can support your students too.
How to Implement Name Tents in College Courses: A Practical Guide for Instructors
This practical guide shares my strategy for using name tents to create a more personalized learning environment, complete with implementation tips, and a free downloadable template. Whether you're looking to improve student interactions, manage seating more effectively, or simply get to know your students better, these name tents offer a solution.