Abstract To determine the extent to which authentic materials should be used in material design for English teaching one must start by being mindful of the expected outcomes of learning. To this extent there are two broad competing theories: Competency versus Knowledge-base. The practice and mission of TESOL supports a theory of competence rather than having a strong theoretical base, as the course is generally […]

It is my belief a teacher should create an environment that is conducive to learning- a place where students can immerse themselves in a given subject as they assimilate knowledge and skills to become innovative learners. I believe through creating such as environment learning becomes a student-centered process where children are equal partners in the schooling experience. I actively encourage building a classroom environment where […]

ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING AND ICT BY BANDELE ADEBOYE SOGBESAN SENIOR LECTURER IN ENGLISH, DEPT OF LANGUAGES, TAI SOLARIN UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION, IJEBU ODE. INTRODUCTION Language has been described by various scholars over the years according to the perceived roles it plays in different circumstances. Sapir (1921) sees it as a system of arbitrary vocal signs and symbols used for the purpose of communication. It can […]

Teaching English to Young Learners with GO TEFL Result: 81% Assignment Answer the following questions based on your course readings for this module. (100 marks) Part 1: This section covers multiple choice type questions. Choose the correct answer from the possible answers provided. 1. What is one of the main differences between children and adult EFL students? (1) 1. Children are more likely to be […]

Abstract A research proposal setting out a planned study concerned with the use of ICT in education, and looking particularly at how ICT can be used to make teaching the classics of English literature more relevant to today’s teenagers. An introduction looks at the background for the study, and its rationale, while subsequent sections set out the proposed methodology in detail. 1. Introduction / Background […]

This presentation will inform a 750-1250 word written analysis of your own development needs in relation to the role of the teacher, when considering and making adjustments to assessments for students with disabilities identified in your presentation. Through working in a special school, teaching Learning Outside the Classroom (LOtC) I have had to adjust my teaching and own assessment practices to meet a range of […]

The Connecticut Preschool Assessment Framework manual states “early childhood teaching is a continuous process of planning and observing. Teachers plan activities and experiences that help children learn. As the educators observe the students, the educators learn about the students and then are able to plan new activities and teaching strategies to challenge the students to progress further. This process is called intentional teaching”. The intentional […]

THE BODY Some students now a day are not too serious in their studies; it is because of innovation of some bad vices that can affect the performance of a student in school. But, handouts itself can improve the studies of a student. It can persuade them to study well, because if you have handouts, you can easily catch up your lessons. It can be […]

The Quality of the Teaching Workforce The article published by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) relates the quality of the teaching workforce in terms of the diversity of teachers, maintaining an adequate supply of good and qualified teachers, and developing the skills of those already in profession. The problem of the quality of the teaching workforce is attributed to the decline of […]

On Sunday, 07 February 2010 an Education Policy Forum took topographic point in the Dubai School of Government titled “ Teachers and Teaching in the UAE. ” The session included 4 panellists: Dr. Ian Haslam, Vice Chancellor of Emirates College for Advanced Education, Dr. Jane Truscott, Academic Programme Coordinator for Madares Al Ghad, Ministry of Education, Dr. Peggy Blackwell, Dean, College of Education, Zayed University, […]