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If you have access to a computer lab, there are many things you can do with your students! I have some suggestions for you even though I do not know the age and level of your students. You could have them participate in discussion forums on the Internet. You could create your own forum or you could ...

I understand how this situation might be frustrating for both of you. Since you both do not have enough language to communicate properly, maybe the parents of your student speak English? You could discuss with them. Maybe you could also ask a specialist in your school to evaluate your student to try...

I also have some mentoring experience. I did mentoring with children in French (first language). I helped them to overcome difficulties in reading and writing. They actually improved a lot during that summer! I mentored an adult who was doing his secondary V French class (first language). I helped h...

When I read your post, I find it interesting to notice how much there are variations from one country to another! I am still an ESL student teacher in Canada in the province of Quebec. Here, because English and French are the two official languages of the country, it is mandatory to learn English as...

I think it is really important for learners, especially for teenagers, to develop autonomy in their learning. If teaching is more students centered, learners get more involved in the learning process, participate more in the lessons, and become more responsible for their learning and success. Having...