Language Through Trends: Using Social Media in Class
Here are some simple ideas on how you can use various social media platforms to boost your students’ engagement and prove that ability to use a foreign language is a really useful skill.
Entries by Monika Bigaj-Kisala
Move Up! Physical Exercise in the EFL Classroom
I want to share with you some physical activities that will boost engagement, retention, and energy levels.
7 No-Prep Grammar Activities
I know that English grammar may bring nothing but pain and misery – after all, that’s the very origin of That Is Evil. But I also believe we can alleviate our students’ suffering with activities that make grammar engaging, fun, and, dare I say, enjoyable.
Gifts for Every Occasion: A Year-Long Celebration in Your Classroom
Turn December into a time for creative planning and gift-making, and keep the holiday spirit alive!
End of Year Activities in November: Why Wait for December?
What if November, not December, was the perfect time to wrap up our year’s reflections and test out some possible resolutions? Imagine making November your December and using December as a pilot for the new year — trying out various ideas for resolutions and sticking with those that seem the most sensible (and achievable).
Halloween Roll-a-Tale: Storytelling Fun for Your EFL Class!
You know I love storytelling and I think it’s an incredible tool for language learning: it encourages creativity, reinforces vocabulary and grammar, and boosts speaking confidence. Plus, it’s fun, especially when you add a Halloween twist!
End of Course Classes: No-prep Lesson Plans
As the course comes to an end, it’s the perfect time to engage students with fun, stress-free activities that require no preparation.
Feedback Time: Ideas and Tools for Efficient Feedback
It’s the end of the school year which means feedback time! I want to share the posts which will help you deal with this challenging period.
Let’s Learn This Summer
As summer approaches and our classes slow down, it may be the ideal time to take a look at the professional development.
What is CPD: Lesson Plan
Let’s use the idea of CPD as an element of a feedback session by asking your students to create a professional development plan for you as their teacher.