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  • How to cater for the mental health of learners all the time?
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    By being understanding and accepting 😊

  • Could you share some resourses to read or watch different topics in English to discuss in class?

    May be YouTube channels, web sites, anything. I woud be very grateful!


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  • What do you do with an ESL student who cannot read or write in any language?

    It is extremely difficult to instruct students who lack literacy abilities. This is sometimes attributed to a lack of education in the native nation. There are strategies for assisting kids who have little or no literacy in their home language or English. Here are some tips:  Modified scheduling  Condensed remedial courses that can catch students up to their grade levels  Thematically organized curriculum. Fewer topics, more time  Team teaching  Providing training in ESL techniques for mainstream teachers  Collaboration of ESL and mainstream teachers, common planning and discussion, ongoing communication via e-mail about weekly language and content development planning Newcomer programs within a school aimed at building academic foundation for students with interrupted formal education: access to literacy development, English acquisition and core curriculum  Explicitly teaching SIFE students studying skills  Extended-day opportunities  After school tutorials and programs


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    I want to believe it will be an extreme challenge but the better way is to see what the stundent interests are,then youtube video suggestions will be a must as a way to work on the stundent improcement

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  • How do you keep students engaged in an online learning environment?
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    Give them a lot of opportunities to exxpress themselves. Tailor the lessons so they are interesting and engaging. If it is a child play games etc.

  • Is anyone using the Rugby World Cup currently underway as a teaching tool? (Go the All Blacks!)
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    Hey everyone. I'm new here, so the short answer is no :). The rugby, well I don't really know what's going on there but my husband makes us watch it and we love spending time as a family. #GoBokke

  • "extinguishes lungs" or deflates lungs when we talk about phosphorus bombs harmful effect on lungs?
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    Hi Utku, so when we are chatting about the impact of phosphorus bombs on the lungs, we'd typically say it "burns" or "inflames" the lungs rather than using terms like "extinguishes" or "deflates". Those words sound a bit too technical for a casual conversation. Phosphorus bombs are nasty, and they can cause serious damage by burning or irritating the lungs. It's like they pick a fight with your respiratory system, and nobody wants that. Stay safe, alright? :)

  • What makes you hard to learn or understand "BAHASA" or Indonesian language? Feel free to share.
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    Mostly because we need real-life native friends, the lack of daily chit-chat with Indonesian pals makes it a tad challenging. Imagine trying to learn slang without having anyone to chat with - not impossible, just a bit lonely in the linguistic journey. :)

  • What do you do to stay up-to-date on best practices for teaching English?

    We're expected to stay on top of the latest trends and techniques in education because it is constantly changing and evolving. Please discuss the methods you use to keep up with developments in the field. Do you attend conferences? Read books or blogs? Follow certain teachers on social media? Explain how you incorporate this new knowledge into your classroom.


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    I try to keep up with the latest knowledge by browsing reliable sites like Quora.com, interacting with native speakers, and reading my all-time-favorite articles.

  • What is your favorite thing about learning languages? What brings you joy?
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  • Why do most English learners prefer online courses these days?

    What are the pros and cons?


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    Folks dig online English courses for freedom as they can learn anytime, anywhere. The variety of resources and self-paced vibe make it like having a personal language coach on standby. Plus, it's budget-friendly and breaks down borders, letting you soak up English without leaving your comfort zone. It's education in your PJs! :)