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How to Use English Videos in the ESL Classroom, Plus Great Resources to Browse!

Sure, the technology has changed.

But that feeling of excitement is just the same…

You remember it from when you were a kid, and the teacher started class by wheeling in a TV cart, right?

Yes! We get to watch …

Ah, Europe.

With its wide array of cultures, fabulous food and expansive history, what’s not to love?

If you’ve ever been enchanted by the wonders of Europe, I have a question for you.

Have you ever considered teaching English as …

“Boys and girls, class is about to start. Put away your phone, please.”

How many times have you said this in your classroom?

I’ve honestly lost track.

One of the biggest challenges the modern day classroom faces is the bombardment …

Close your eyes and take yourself back to your teenage years.

Wasn’t everything just so complicated back then?

There was the challenging school work, the drama with friends, family and dates and your constantly changing body, just to name a …

There are different forces that push and pull us into our careers.

Now you’re ready to shove yourself out of your current one.

You’re looking for something different. Maybe you want to see the world, or perhaps you want …

Bingo has stood the test of time.

When I was a student, if my teacher broke out the bingo cards, there was a smile on everyone’s face.

Now, as an ESL teacher, it’s great to see how little things have …