Location Matters for EFL Teachers: Modifying English Content to Match Local Context
June 16, 2010
Chimayo Press
“To know and not do is to not know.” – ancient Jewish proverb Directing a private international high school in Vietnam last year provided many…
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Library ESL Conversation Clubs Grow
June 16, 2010
Chimayo Press
Where can immigrants go to practice their English speaking skills in a relaxed, non-judgmental atmosphere? How can American libraries introduce their wonderful resources to new…
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Conversation Tip 5: What has pleasantly surprised you today?
November 8, 2009
Chimayo Press
What has pleasantly surprised you today? English teachers can use this question as a writing cue, during student-teacher conferences, or with co-workers. Students, especially at…
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What Does Success Mean? What Definition Works for You?
August 10, 2009
Chimayo Press
Sometimes the simplest questions create the best conversations. What does success mean? What definition are you using? How is that definition working for you?
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Teaching Themes Emerge at CATESOL: Use Technology To Meet Student Needs
April 19, 2009
Chimayo Press
Several other CATESOL presenters also lead workshops and shared materials and techniques to incorporate the internet, radio, and other authentic materials into ESL classrooms. While…
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Vietnam Embraces English Classes – and Looks for Communicative English Teachers
April 2, 2009
Chimayo Press
Good schools cultivate student curiosity, and English lessons should allow students to display their experiences and perceptions. Further, students who have been forced to take…
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Creating More Student-Centered Conversation Materials
March 7, 2009
Chimayo Press
EFL teachers continue to bring communicative techniques and direct learning methods to more and more Vietnamese students. Yet another exceptional educator working in Vietnam has…
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Authentic Conversations vs Crazed Crowds in Slumdog Millionaire and The Wrestler
February 22, 2009
Chimayo Press
Further, both award-winning films show how individuals need to connect and overcome isolation. Authentic, private conversations offer a chance for characters to find solace, friendship,…
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Do you match? How do you know? Bringing Realism to Relationship discussions in ESL Classrooms
February 14, 2009
Chimayo Press
1. Why do (did) you want to get married? 2. Do (did) you have a checklist of qualities for a potential spouse? 3. What are…
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English Teaching Professional Strongly Recommends Compelling Conversations!
January 29, 2009
Chimayo Press
"In sum, Compelling Conversations is a recommended resource for teachers who want to make their conversation classes more learner-centered," wrote reviewer Hall Houston. "It should…
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