ESL Speaking Activities
[+-] Role-playing, discussion, and information gap speaking activities.
A wide variety of speaking activities for individuals, pairs, and groups. Some are simple dialogues and exchanges, others involve filling in the blanks with the appropriate word.
Keywords: advanced for students games intermediate lessons reading
A Group Introduction Activity to Create a Safe Atmosphere
[+-] Introduction Ideas for Large Groups
Detailed lesson ideas for introducing students to
each other in large groups, good for practicing the
third person.
Keywords: activities for teachers games grammar intermediate lessons listening speaking
Storytelling in the EFL Speaking Classroom
[+-] Storytelling Techniques and Activities
Outline of how and why to use storytelling in
language learning.
Keywords: activities for teachers games intermediate lessons listening reading speaking theory writing
Read Aloud and Spot the Differences
[+-] Reading/Listening Activity
Two sets of readings that students read and compare,
to practice reading, listening, comprehension and
more.
Keywords: activities for teachers intermediate lessons listening reading speaking writing
How to Effectively Use News Articles in the EFL Classroom
[+-] Perspective on Newspaper Use
Another take on using newspapers, from selection of
articles to their use in the lesson. Good advice on
making sure everything is level-appropriate.
Keywords: activities advanced for teachers intermediate lessons listening reading speaking theory writing
Two ESL Listening & Speaking Games
[+-] Simple Activities for Speaking
With minimal prep and set in the outdoors, these are
some unconventional and interesting ways to practice
Speaking.
Keywords: activities for teachers games intermediate listening speaking
Printable Certificates and Awards
[+-] Printable certificates and awards for teachers to give to students.
Students enjoy rewards and recognition, what better way to give it than with a custom-made certificate? Certificates are printable and customizable for free.
Keywords: printable
Internet TESL Journal EFL/ESL Teaching Techniques
[+-] Articles and ideas to help teachers develop techniques to teach ESL.
A large collection of articles, tips, and ideas to help teachers structure lessons, develop curricula, manage classrooms, and keep lessons interesting.
Keywords: for students listening
Teaching Conversation Skills With Content Based Materials
[+-] Three types of activities that can be used in conversation classes.
This article describes three types of conversation activities that EFL teachers can adapt to fit the needs of content courses, no matter the level.
Keywords: activities advanced for teachers games intermediate speaking
English Zone Grammar
[+-] Tips and explanations for teaching English grammar.
Grammatical terms, parts of speech, and teaching tips for grammar. Some sections and activities require membership, but many are open to guests of the site.
Keywords: advanced beginner for teachers grammar intermediate
