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The Role of Literature in Second Language Acquisition and Why It Matters

The language classroom.

It’s not just for conjugating verbs and playing vocabulary games (as much as we love them).

It’s …

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Using TPRS Books to Create Awesome Lessons

Let’s take a moment to imagine a world without language.

At first, it sounds nice, even peaceful.

But then you …

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How to Implement Innovative Teaching Ideas in Your Classroom

There was a day, not so long ago, when having computers in the classroom was considered innovative.

A few of …

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Optimize Your Use of Technology in Language Teaching

Has this ever happened to you?

You head into work one morning, all excited because at last you’re going to …

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4 Practical and Fun Interpersonal Communication Activities

Have you ever had a conversation with someone who only wanted to talk, and not listen?

It’s annoying, isn’t it?…

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CLIL Science: Overcoming the Barriers

Do you remember your high school days?

If you’re like most of us, each class was taught in a …

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A New Way to Approach Translation in Language Teaching

How about some time travel?

Let’s go back in time to experience the old days for a few minutes.

Come …