Christmas in the UK
We have put together a short quiz on British culture and traditions related to Christmas. Use in the classroom or with your friends and family. Read More »
English Presentations For Lower Level Learners
The aim of this post is to examine some of the common problems students have when making oral presentations in English and to suggest ways to overcome them. In particular,… Read More »English Presentations For Lower Level Learners
Essay Structure
Introduction In this article, I will look at what constitutes good essay structure and suggest ways in which teachers of English can emphasise this aspect of writing more fully. The… Read More »Essay Structure
A Short Introduction to Differentiation In The Classroom
Mixed Ability Classes Those of us who are involved with teaching mixed-ability classes are probably well aware of some of the problems and difficulties that can arise when trying to… Read More »A Short Introduction to Differentiation In The Classroom
British Politeness and Social Etiquette
Historical and Class-based Etiquette Britain is known around the world for its politeness and rules of social etiquette. Some of these rules are historical or class-based and can be seen… Read More »British Politeness and Social Etiquette
A Sea of Well-being
The last 18 months have been challenging for even the strongest of people and it hasn’t just been the threat of the virus causing people’s stress levels to soar. First,… Read More »A Sea of Well-being
EiA Newsletter November 2021
Would you like a free lesson plan? I have been an English teacher for over 30 years, working with students of all ages and nationalities. I know very well how pressed for time teachers are so please forgive this email for taking up even more.
Reflections on the teaching of English Grammar
Introduction ‘I hate learning grammar,’ and ‘Oh no, not a grammar lesson!’ I wonder how many times as a teacher you have heard students say something like this. Why is… Read More »Reflections on the teaching of English Grammar