What will I learn today?
July 17, 2009
Chimayo Press
Consider me psyched. I’m going to a huge conference of ELT, EFL, and ESL professionals today in Vietnam’s White Palace. The 4th-annual VUS-TESOL conference program…
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Standardized Exams: Ends or Means?
June 21, 2009
Chimayo Press
The main focus of language programs, especially in high schools, should be helping students develop authentic language skills so they can actually read, write, listen,…
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What do you look for in an apartment?
June 11, 2009
Chimayo Press
So following my philosophy of seeking information through conversation, I've been asking many Vietnamese for advice as I hunt for a new apartment. Here are…
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Do You Really Use Youtube in Your EFL Classes? How?
June 7, 2009
Chimayo Press
I slightly edit the reviews, watch the videos and add my own comments in blue ink, and combine the reviews into a single document that…
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Culturally Sensitive Compelling Conversations Created for Vietnam!
May 30, 2009
Chimayo Press
How do you revise a conversation textbook designed for American immigrants and international students in the United States for high school English language learners in…
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Finding more practical materials at CATESOL
May 5, 2009
Chimayo Press
Time flies. Or, as the Romans used to say, “tempus fugit.” Two weeks after the CATESOL 2009 convention in Pasadena ended, I’m finally having a…
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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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Three Free Exceptional ESL and EFL Resources for English Students, Teachers, Tutors
February 23, 2009
Chimayo Press
Learning English, on your own and according to your own wishes and needs, has never been easier. Everyone with internet access can become autotelic, or…
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More Ideas For Adding Videoclips to Your English Class!
February 1, 2009
Chimayo Press
We live in a wonderful time to teach English. The technology allows us to gently cajole students to become autotelic, or self-directed, in their studies.…
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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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