Designing a Writing Prompt
Kate Matthews Kate Matthews

Designing a Writing Prompt

Creating effective writing prompts is crucial for student development. Instead of using open-ended prompts like, "Write about what you want," teachers should design tasks that are specific and aligned with their learning objectives.

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Plagiarism and AI in the Classroom
Kate Matthews Kate Matthews

Plagiarism and AI in the Classroom

It’s important for educators to consider the reasons behind plagiarism in L2 writers. Instead of immediately punishing students, teachers should recognize that plagiarism can stem from cultural differences regarding authorship, citation errors, or a natural tendency to model others as they develop proficiency

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Approaches to Teaching Writing
Kate Matthews Kate Matthews

Approaches to Teaching Writing

Choosing the right approach is key when teaching writing. You can focus on expressive writing for personal reflection and creativity, or use process writing which emphasizes a cycle of prewriting, drafting, and revision.

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Extensive Reading
Kate Matthews Kate Matthews

Extensive Reading

Reading for pleasure is invaluable for language learners. Extensive reading helps students develop fluency, reinforce vocabulary and grammar, and become familiar with new cultures.

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Intensive Reading
Kate Matthews Kate Matthews

Intensive Reading

Intensive reading is crucial for student progress and should be divided into three parts.

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An Intro to Reading Instruction
Kate Matthews Kate Matthews

An Intro to Reading Instruction

When you think about reading, you probably think of curling up with a novel and delving into the twists and turns of a fictional story. However, we are constantly reading in all areas of our life.

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The Importance of Vocabulary
Kate Matthews Kate Matthews

The Importance of Vocabulary

Do you want to help your students progress? Never sacrifice attention to vocabulary! Trust me, your students will thank you.

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Why Pronunciation?
Alec Matthews Alec Matthews

Why Pronunciation?

When focusing on pronunciation, there is a tendency for students and teachers alike to attempt to eliminate accents and achieve “native-like pronunciation.” 

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Elements of Pronunciation
Kate Matthews Kate Matthews

Elements of Pronunciation

Before going too deep into the world of ESL pronunciation, let us step back for a minute and discuss the basic elements of English Pronunciation.  

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