Using 5W/H Filter & Creating Longer, Better Conversations
November 25, 2015
Chimayo Press
What is the 5W/H filter? Who can use this technique? Where can English students use the 5W/H filter in daily conversations? When can they use this method?…
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November 4, 2015
Chimayo Press
“No matter under what circumstances you leave it, home does not cease to be home. No matter how you lived there – well or…
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Tutoring English Students on Speaking Skills? Set Clear Expectations!
July 6, 2014
Chimayo Press
I strongly suggest you establish clear expectations about both content and business matters. Some tutors even present a written contract outlining their rates, the location…
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Why We Wrote Compelling American Conversations for Intermediate American English Language Learners
July 18, 2012
Chimayo Press
“America needs new immigrants to love and cherish it.” – Eric Hoffer (1902-1983), American writer and longshoreman Compelling American Conversations: Questions and Quotations for intermediate…
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The Language of Opportunity – Wabash profiles an English Teacher
September 11, 2011
Chimayo Press
Most of the book’s prompts ask for recollections or personal opinions.“Whatever perspective you bring to the book, I want you to find validation in some…
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An ESL Author Looks at an ESL website with New Eyes
January 8, 2011
Chimayo Press
Sometimes we don’t see what is in front of our eyes. Today I learned a bit more about my own website from a fellow English…
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Dwell in Possibility: Discussing Books Enlivens ESL Classes
December 15, 2010
Chimayo Press
Reading remains a great pleasure and a helpful guide. Literature can also enliven our ESL classrooms, and discussing our favorite books opens up new possibilities.…
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Conversation Tip #9: Ask Clarifying Questions!
September 20, 2010
Chimayo Press
What is a clarifying question? What do you mean? Can you be more specific? Can you give us some examples? What do you exactly mean?…
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Worksheet – or Cheat Sheet – for English Teachers to Observe Conversations and Lead Class Discussions
March 2, 2009
Chimayo Press
Many English teachers, especially novice ESL instructors, talk more than ideal - and allow their English students to talk too little. Ironically, many ESL instructors…
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Teaching Interview Skills Vital for Adult ESL, University Students
February 16, 2009
Chimayo Press
How can English teachers encourage adult and university students to expand their language skills and improve their employment opportunities in a difficult economic climate? Personally,…
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