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 […]
Continue ReadingBeginner Level Students in English
Beginners is a general term teachers use to describe students who are just starting out to learn English. It is rare to find complete beginners in the classroom. Almost everyone has had some exposure to English – however minor – and knows at least a few common English words: bar […]
Continue ReadingBack behind a Desk – Learning a New Language
Well I’m on business/holiday right now but in Portugal – a country I’ve never visited before. I always think it’s a fascinating experience to be in a place where you know nothing at all of the language. It immediately reminds you what it is like to be a complete beginner. […]
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