Screen English Class: Stabbing Monkeys
I used to teach a screen English class. It was so much work, but it was also quite satisfying once I finished my class and presented it to my claRead More…
Author: Jim S.
A Walk in the Woods: Psychology Quiz: A Fun ESL Activity
Students love these psychology quizzes just as much as I like giving them out. I usually do this as a whole class. Or if my class is rather large, I Read More…
Under Pressure – An ESL Music Activity
Time for another timeless classic that students will love and it will lead to a great discussion on stress. I always try to either have an extra add oRead More…
Monster Mash: A Fun Halloween Song Activity
Music is always a refreshing change for an ESL class. Holidays are also always nice to add into the English as a Second Language class mix. I’ve decidRead More…
OPIC Test Prep for ESL Learners
One of the things that I did before leaving my last job at the Korean Defense Language Institute was something called OPIC Test Prep. OPIC stands forRead More…
Two Must-Have Tools for ESL Teachers, Writers, and Bloggers
We’ve all been there; you write an exciting, informative ESL lesson complete with a handout with lots of great pictures or illustrations. You check Read More…
Whad’ Ya Know: An Awesome ESL Game
When it comes to games in the classroom, my one rule is, “Does it generate conversation, and does it keep all the students involved in the class?” “WhRead More…
Scared Silly: A Halloween ESL Activity
A chill is in the air and Halloween is drawing near. Time for some scary English. I used this time of year for a comepletely ridiculous story and inRead More…
How to Give Instructions in English: An ESL Class
Giving instructions and describing how to do something is an integral part of most ESL classes. I like to use map reading and give students a good reaRead More…
Battle of the Sexes: A Great Way to Spur Conversation
This is a great way to start conversation on changing gender norms for your class. I am not sure where the original first came from but I have seen Read More…