Six famous writers who used to be language teachers
Six people who taught languages and went on to write masterpieces or blockbuster novels.
View ArticleSix bits of Latin that make your English look smart
So... everybody knows that et cetera (etc) means "and the other things" but here are six other "bits" of Latin that appear from time to time and may have you scratching your head...
View ArticleSix phrases beginner English students should learn right away
This list was suggested to me by Hall Houston, a colleague based in Hong Kong. I think it’s an excellent idea for a list, and having worked on three big book projects for beginner learners (as well as...
View ArticleSix ways of remembering new words
Here’s a useful list for learners. I usually go through a list like this with a class at the beginning of a new course and ask them to suggest other ways. Then, as homework, you can give them a list of...
View ArticleSix very original "what if" questions
A little while ago we tackled the conditionals with my intermediate class. One of my students brought in a book and asked if we could use it for a speaking activity. The book is called If, you can see...
View ArticleSix things about teaching aviation English
In my business English teaching days, I used to think that it was pretty cool to be teaching in a motorcycle factory. Actually that was about as exciting as my ESP (English for Specific Purposes)...
View ArticleSix rumours and conspiracy theories in ELT
If you stay in the world of English language teaching long enough, especially if you move from job to job (all too common for many language teachers!), there is a strong likelihood you will come across...
View ArticleJamie Keddie’s Six Top Youtube videos
This post, I’m joined by none other than Jamie Keddie. Jamie is the award-winning creator of Teflclips.com. We have coincided at many events, and I always bug him for a list of six youtube videos....
View ArticleSix rather strange "English" things
It has been awhile since I’ve done a language list. I’ve had this at the back of my mind this list for some time. My father, who teaches French cultural studies at the University of Toronto, often does...
View ArticleSix ways of letting unplugged teaching through the coursebook door
This week I’m joined by a repeat offender here on Six Things. The wonderful English Raven himself, Jason Renshaw, has been experimenting with ideas on unplugged teaching and coursebooks. You can see...
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