The Callan Method is a system of learning English which is a form of the Audio-Lingual Method of teaching. The method relies on continual drilling through question and answer. In a 12 step program, beginner students are asked a series of questions and then give their set answers (provided initially […]
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CAE stands for the Certificate in Advanced English. As the name suggests it is an exam for advanced users of English. It is generally aimed towards people who can use written and spoken English for most professional and social purposes and it sits roughly between the First Certificate in English […]
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Business English is English as it is used in the business workplace. Business English focuses on business phrases and typical workplace vocabulary in the context of language functions such as: negotiations, telephone conversations, interviews, presentations, meetings, conflict resolution, etc. Teaching Business English The main difference between teaching General English and […]
Continue ReadingBoring TEFL Lessons & Bored EFL Students
Famously there is an old adage, there is no such thing as a boring lesson, just a boring teacher. It may be a little harsh, but all teachers will sooner or later come across a bored class. However, you have it within your power to change that. There are many […]
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At its simplest, the Behaviorist method to teaching English works like this: a student gets into the habit of responding in a certain way when prompted Notably, this is a habit and the student doesn’t have to think or work out what to say, it just comes naturally. So, in […]
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