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Many English language teachers feel unsure about teaching pronunciation. This practical guide explores why pronunciation feels difficult and shares simple ways to integrate pronunciation activities into lessons.

Before entering the world of teaching, I had never really celebrated Halloween, it simply wasn't such a big thing in the UK when I was growing up. But each year I'm continually surprised by how much this 'holiday' continues to grow in Spain and love seeing the enjoyment my YLs get from dressing up, playing Halloween games and 'spook'-ing the adults in their lives. 👻🎃🦇 But why should our teen and adult groups be left out from all the fun?! Here are three activities I've use

Here's Part 2 of my first class ideas, this time focused on the primary EFL class. If you're looking for ideas to use with teens or adults, please check out my previous post Hello! Nice to Meet you Part 1 in which you'll find plenty of ideas to start your English course off on the right foot! What's the 'perfect' first primary class activity? No such thing exists! First classes, especially for younger primary learners, should be dynamic and you ought to alternate short activ

While many teachers have just finished up for the academic year and new classes in September may seem a long way away right now, some have rolling year-round start dates and others are starting summer courses (like me!). Before you know it the new academic year will be here and you'll need some first class activities to plan in. There are always a couple of things I try to achieve in my first classes, regardless of level. Here are a few ideas to get your teen/adult classes o

This entertaining lesson plan and worksheet were designed to catch the attention of my teenage Spanish students but could easily be enjoyed by students of any nationality. The reading material is light-hearted and engaging, so it should catch the interest of most adult and teen groups with many opportunities for relaxed speaking practice and discussion. Topics: Food/cooking, national dishes, TV chefs Student profile: B2/B2+ teens/adults Timing: approx. 1 hr 30 mins, plus a