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Hyponym or synonym

by Tracy

Jun 26, 2013

Big large- synonym Dr pepper sprite - hyponym Gather collect assemble? Dirty filth grime ?

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Joyce On 6/26/13, Tracy wrote: > Big large- synonym Dr pepper sprite - hyponym Gather > collect assemble? Dirty filth grime ? Dr Pepper and Sprite are hyponym for soda or soft drinks Table and chair are hyponyms of furniture Another way to say a subcategory-- for example furniture is the "main category" and table and chair are "sub categories" or m...See More

Jun 26, 2013

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Broken English

by doghog

Jul 17, 2013

I just went to a writing training. Several of the mentor texts provided use words such as: ya for you; 'cause for because; goin' for going, etc. What are your thoughts about using such texts with ESOL students?

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Sara On 7/17/13, doghog wrote: > I just went to a writing training. Several of the mentor > texts provided use words such as: ya for you; 'cause for > because; goin' for going, etc. What are your thoughts about > using such texts with ESOL students?

It's a good question. How far along are they in their English language skills?
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Aug 4, 2013

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ESL in Kazakhstan This is casual, informal English that English language learners are going to encounter. Should it be in the texts? Perhaps not. However, I think it's important to make students aware of such language and how to use it properly.

On 7/17/13, doghog wrote: > I just went to a writing training. Several of the mentor > texts provided use w...See More

Aug 28, 2013

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Punctuation Saves Lives!

by ESL in Kazakhstan

Jul 24, 2013

Let's eat grandpa. Let's eat, grandpa.

The panda eats shoots and leaves. The panda eats, shoots and leaves.

We so often overlook the importance of punctuation in written English (and in how we read English text).

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lca with another one On 7/24/13, ESL in Kazakhstan wrote:

> Let's eat grandpa.

> Let's eat, grandpa.

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> The panda eats shoots and leaves.

> The panda eats, shoots and leaves.

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> We so often overlook the importance of punctuation in

> written English (and in how we read ...See More

Jul 24, 2013

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rbleabojr On 7/24/13, lca with another one wrote: > On 7/24/13, ESL in Kazakhstan wrote: > >> Let's eat grandpa. > >> Let's eat, grandpa. > >> > >> The panda eats shoots and leaves. > >> The panda eats, shoots and leaves. > >> > >> We so often overlook the importance of punctuation in > >...See More

Sep 7, 2013

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esl service learning needed in late December to early Januar

by tony

Jul 28, 2013

Hi everyone

I am looking for a placement to finish out my undergrad degree. I have done two semesters of ESL teaching in Mexico and want to change it up. Im thinking colombia venezuela or argentina. I would be a great help with conversation grammar I am from New York 25 and a Spanish Major if anyone has any leads on where I could look??? ...See More

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literacy instruction for ESL middle school

by manzana

Aug 11, 2013

Hi,

As a new ESL teacher of 7th and 8th grade with 80 min blocks for ESL language arts, how would you use the time? I feel there is so much to cover with reading, writing, spelling, listening, speaking, vocab building etc. Should I do units on books, daily 5, etc? How much time should I spend with direct instruction vs independent work? An...See More

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manzana I'll have two groups for language arts esl. One is beginner and the other is intermediate/high. The 7th graders in the beginning group will be with me again next year, hopefully in the intermediate/high group.

They aren't being pulled from a content class like science or ss, rather they come to me for language arts rather than being in a ...See More

Aug 13, 2013

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jennykat You could meet with their other teachers regularly to find out what they're learning in the other classes. Then take that content (find out which they're having the most trouble with) and pre-teach it, and focus on grammar, spelling, phonics, etc. You'd be killing two birds with one stone, so to speak.

On 8/13/13, manzana wrote: > I'll...See More

Nov 8, 2013

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Non-English Speaking Kindergartener

by Angela

Aug 19, 2013

Does anyone know of a list of command phrases (ex. Sit, get in line, etc.) to be used in the classroom setting? The student speaks Spanish. I only know a little Spanish. This list of phrases will help us to communicate until he can learn some English. I appreciate any advice. :)

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Marisol 'Sientate.' Sit down. (Sea-en-tuh-tay.

Ven aqui. Come here. (Ven-uh-key)

Camina, por favor. Walk please.

On 8/19/13, Angela wrote:

> Does anyone know of a list of command phrases (ex. Sit, get

> in line, etc.) to be used in the classroom setting? The

> student speaks Spanish. I only...See More

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Michelle Jones Get in line is "ponté en filà" not "linea"

On 8/19/13, Angela wrote: > Does anyone know of a list of command phrases (ex. Sit, get > in line, etc.) to be used in the classroom setting? The > student speaks Spanish. I only know a little Spanish. This > list of phrases will help us to communicate until he can > learn some E...See More

Aug 20, 2013

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Games & activities to boost ESL, EFL vocab & grammar skills

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Aug 20, 2013

A teacher of Spanish shares her favorite and most effective games and activities to boost vocabulary and grammar skills in any language! Click below (inside the post on the ESL Chatboard)! Then TWEET it!

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English Language Learners

by Kristina

Sep 3, 2013

What kind of apps for iPads or tablets or software for computers and laptops have people been using to teach adolescent ESL students in an interactive way?

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RSVP tablet software Try using augmentative alternative communication apps. It typically used by persons who have difficulty or unable to orally use expressive communication. You may be able to adapt it to your needs. Explore the free apps before purchasing the full app.

On 9/03/13, Kristina wrote: > What kind of apps for iPads or tablets or software for &...See More

Jan 17, 2014

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Middle School ELL - Help!

by Riley

Sep 11, 2013

I am working with 3 middle school ELL students of varying levels. I have been thrown in the deep of the pool with no training or syllabus or guidelines (you know the drill). Is there a web site that anyone can recommend or any pacing lessons of any kind that could help me? I would greatly appreciate any and all help!

Thank you!

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jennykat Are the kids with you one period a day, then in mainstream classes the rest of the day?

On 9/11/13, eve vicini wrote: > On 9/11/13, Riley wrote: >> I am working with 3 middle school ELL students of varying >> levels. I have been thrown in the deep of the pool with no >> training or syllabus or guidelines (you know the...See More

Nov 8, 2013

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demelzabunny On 11/08/13, jennykat wrote: > Are the kids with you one period a day, then in mainstream > classes the rest of the day? > > On 9/11/13, eve vicini wrote: >> On 9/11/13, Riley wrote: >>> I am working with 3 middle school ELL students of varying >>> levels. I have been thrown in the deep of the pool with no >&g...See More

Nov 12, 2013

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TEFL certficate

by isabella f.

Sep 12, 2013

Hi everyone, I am a MFL secondary teacher and i would like to add a TEFL certificate to my qualification. I have had a look at the CELTA courses and at other options such as TEFL offered by other institutions (I am lookig at The TEFL Academy). Price difference is very significant and I wonder if I really need such an intense course like the CELTA o...See More

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Michelle If you are looking for an endorsement program, WGU (Western Governors University) offers an ESL endorsement program. It is totally online and self paced. I am currently a student there obtaining my masters in ESL. They charge 2800 per semester. Good luck!!

Sep 12, 2013

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My view On 9/12/13, isabella f. wrote: > Hi everyone, I am a MFL secondary teacher and i would like > to add a TEFL certificate to my qualification. I have had a > look at the CELTA courses and at other options such as TEFL > offered by other institutions (I am lookig at The TEFL > Academy). Price difference is very significant and I wonder ...See More

Sep 12, 2013

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