Forum: English Questions 
Dec 10th, 2008, 07:27 pm
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Views: 4,823  Re: pasive and active voices
Hi Angelica,
Here is some information on the passive voice from my site:
Passive Voice | Heads Up English | ESL Lessons...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Dec 2nd, 2008, 08:09 pm
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Replies: 4
Views: 38,231 Re: warm-up activity
Hi Paulina,
I wrote an article on warm-up activities, which you can find here. I also posted some information on warm ups in my weekly newsletter, which I've cut and pasted below.
The Importance...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Nov 28th, 2008, 05:35 am
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Replies: 2
Views: 6,611 Re: Text Analysis for advanced students
Why Dickens and Wodehouse? I don't have anything against either author, but I would have chosen more modern short stories. In this respect, you can incorporate the culture and daily life...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Nov 24th, 2008, 09:27 pm
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,217 Re: Fresh out of the training session!
Hi Ambam,
Congrats on the job. It should be fun!
First lessons are always important to get to know one another, especially in one-to-one lessons. Use the time to chat a bit, get a list of short...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Nov 14th, 2008, 03:37 am
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,871 Re: Textbooks
Hi Mark,
Thank you for the info. That certainly helps, and I had no idea to expect so much! I'll send OUP an email tonight, and see how they respond.
Chris
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Nov 13th, 2008, 06:26 pm
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,871 Re: Textbooks
Thanks, Mark. I appreciate it. I'll definitely get credit for the contribution in the book, but am at a loss as what else to expect.
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Nov 12th, 2008, 06:36 pm
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,871 Textbooks
Hi All,
Oxford contacted me to use/adapt a short activity in a TESOL training book. After I calmed down, I realize that I have no idea what to charge, apart from at least getting a copy of the...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Nov 9th, 2008, 09:15 pm
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Replies: 31
Views: 20,982 Re: Mistakes that new teachers make
I initially made the mistake of assuming that I must always be right. I've since realized that it's perfectly alright to say "I don't know" or "Let me check and get back to you." Before I finally...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Nov 1st, 2008, 04:19 am
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Replies: 9
Views: 5,726 Re: semi-literate students
LOL. I've read some resources, and have my own ideas. But I actually haven't taught anyone like this.
A lot of English teachers in Japan heavily rely on the fact that years and years of English in...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Oct 30th, 2008, 05:02 pm
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Replies: 9
Views: 5,726 semi-literate students
Hi everyone,
Has anyone ever taught adult students who weren't literate or were semi-literate in their native language? I've read a few articles, but haven't actually experienced the problems a...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Oct 23rd, 2008, 03:49 am
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Replies: 3
Views: 4,495 Re: halloween lessons
I've run a couple of my lessons for Halloween with my students. They all seem to have gone well, and I only wish I had more classes to teach for Halloween. Sadly no costumes, parties, or making a...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Oct 15th, 2008, 05:41 am
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Replies: 3
Views: 4,005 Re: adults basic level class
If you're teaching vocabulary (ATM, bank, convenience store, park, etc), then I would drill the vocabulary first. Then I would cover singular/plural, and again drill. Then I would plug the words...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Oct 7th, 2008, 03:45 am
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,098 Re: need a change in my students
It's definitely going to take time to get the students to realize that there are other (and better) ways to learn. And of course, some never will think that learning can be fun.
I agree that you...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Oct 3rd, 2008, 05:10 am
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Replies: 7
Views: 5,108 Re: What ESL certificate courses do you recommend?
Although this usually goes against my philosophy, it really depends on where and how long you intend to teach. Without a doubt, celta or tesol certificates give the new teacher a better understanding...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Sep 30th, 2008, 08:51 am
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,651 Re: Fear of learning?
I've seen similar problems in the past, mostly with a student wanting to be placed in a lower level. In part, it may come down to a lack of confidence. In part, it may also come down to the idea...
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Forum: ESL Games and Activities
Sep 22nd, 2008, 08:12 pm
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Replies: 2
Views: 7,461 Re: ESL Conversations
Good ideas. I'll add the following:
1. Set up a situation that the students can relate to. This will encourage them to use facial expressions and gestures in a natural context.
2. Use role...
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Forum: Advertise Your Services
Sep 17th, 2008, 03:19 am
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Replies: 0
Views: 3,160 Materials on the US Election
New at Heads Up English: Lessons and materials for the upcoming US election! All the materials have been tested and edited for ESL students. You can use the materials as full lessons, to generate...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Sep 15th, 2008, 04:51 pm
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Replies: 7
Views: 28,733 Re: uncountable nouns
I would look at teaching un/countable items based around food from a vocabulary point of view. Not only may you be teaching new words for objects, but students will have to connect the counter...
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Forum: General Chat
Sep 7th, 2008, 10:55 pm
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Replies: 25
Views: 15,776 Re: Where is everyone?
I had a one month vacation with the folks in Chicago. Fantastic. My daughter's English really improved, as did my wife's. And I got to work on Heads Up English quite a bit. I'm feeling relaxed for...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Aug 30th, 2008, 03:00 am
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Replies: 5
Views: 65,703 Re: First lesson - Adult absolute beginners
I would start with the following:
1. Hello (greetings).
2. My name is...
3. I like...
4. I don't like...
Yes this is a bit unnatural, at least numbers three and four. But it gives you the chance to...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Aug 17th, 2008, 04:57 pm
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Replies: 4
Views: 4,524 Re: Olympic Games
The summer lull... Thankfully, it's almost over. From the looks of teaching peers on Twitter, everyone is getting back to the teaching frame of mind.
Yeah, watching the Olympics makes me feel a bit...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Aug 14th, 2008, 01:54 pm
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Replies: 8
Views: 12,357 Re: Teaching Online / Phone
I agree with MESMark. Probably the best (and easiest) place to advertise is to participate in discussions, give advice and help to people in the forum, and include a website or page in your...
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Aug 6th, 2008, 04:29 pm
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Replies: 4
Views: 4,524 Olympic Games
Things have been quiet around here recently, so here's a poll.
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Forum: Advertise Your Services
Aug 6th, 2008, 04:25 pm
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Replies: 4
Views: 13,162 |
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Forum: Teaching ESL
Jul 28th, 2008, 02:38 pm
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Replies: 2
Views: 4,922 |
