English Speaking and conversation practice and activities for ESL students and teachers ESLgold.com provides thousands of free resources and information for both students and teachers. All materials are organized by skill level for quick and easy access, Just click on a link to get started. ESL Students learn how to use greetings in English in this ESLgold.com video. LiyOne.: Expression Embarrassment, anger, and annoyance This is material to teaching practice seventh n' eight meeting..^::^ A. Expressing Embarrassment · Expressing Embarrassment: expressing feeling of being worries end ashamed. · Expressing embarrassment is used to show that someone is embarrassed. The following are some expressions of expressing embarrassment: I am embarrassed I feel ashamedOh, My God Shame on meI don't feel comfortableI feel awkwardIt’s my embarrassment to…That’s a real embarrassment Expressing Embarrassment Dialogue A : Today is my bad day B : Why? B. · Expressing Anger: Expressing a strong feeling which makes you want to hurt someone or be unpleasant because of something unfair or hurtful that has happened. Expressing anger is used to show that someone is angry. The following are some expressions of expressing Anger : You are such a pain in the neckI am really upset nowDon't do it again or I willYou are too muchYou are pathetic You really make me angry I really hateI’m not pleased at allWhat displeasure! C.
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Learn Basic English When you learn basic English, you have opened a door on the world. Believe it or not, English is actually the dominant international language that is used for business, communications, science, and even diplomatic relations. While it is definitely important for people to develop and master a broad English vocabulary, it is equally important to make sure that you learn standard English grammar. Although it may seem like a daunting task to try to learn English, there are a variety of online aids that can make the process a whole lot easier for you. Understanding the Basics First of all, it is important that you understand what is meant when we talk about learning the “basics” of the English language. If you are to learn basic English, you are first of all going to have the memorize the English alphabet. Written or Oral – Which Way is Best? If you are going to learn basic English, you will have the opportunity to learn orally or by doing written work. How Long Will it Take to Learn English?
19 Conversation Techniques | Andrew Sobel “When I go to meet with a man,” wrote President Abraham Lincoln, “I spend one-third of my time thinking about what I am going to say, and two-thirds of my time thinking about what he is going to say.” Lincoln certainly had a masterful understanding of human character, and an unusual knack for being able to influence others. His quip highlights a major problem with many highly educated professionals: Sometimes, we are so full of our own thoughts and ideas that we have trouble listening to and engaging the other person. The result is that we don’t get the most out of our conversations. Here are 19 conversational techniques that will improve your ability to listen to and understand others: Synthesizing: “So it seems like there are really three different issues going on here, which are…” Summarizing, which is what many people do, is boring and tedious to the other person. Try some of these techniques in your conversations with clients—or with anyone else that matters in your life.
Conversation Worksheets - Society The ESL worksheets and teacher's notes on this page are in PDF format. You are free to download, print and photocopy them unmodified for classroom use. Healthcare | Teacher's NotesA lesson on a universally relevant topic which will really generate discussion! Vocabulary in the form of phrasal verbs and expressions is practised in a gap-fill exercise. Shopping | Teacher's NotesA topic that is not only popular but relevant and useful too. Is Football a Waste of Time? The Naked Truth | Teacher's NotesA fun lesson which works as an antidote to lessons on clothes! A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing | Teacher's NotesA very useful worksheet on a popular topic which ties in with many mainstream course books. Genes and Genius | Teacher's NotesAn informative and interesting worksheet about genetics (GM food, genetic engineering, cloning, genetic fingerprinting, etc) which deals with topic-related vocabulary through mix-and-match exercises before moving on to discussion questions (e.g.
Online English Course - Index Page Course 2 - Elementary Unit 15 - Quantifiers: Some / Any Unit 16 - Quantifiers: Much / Many / A Lot of Unit 17 - Quantifiers: A Few / A Little Unit 18 - Possessives Unit 19 - Modal Verbs - Can / Can't Unit 20 - Have / Have got Unit 21 - Conjunctions Unit 22 - Imperatives Unit 23 - Present Continuous Unit 24 - Adverbs of Frequency Unit 25 - Comparatives / Superlatives Conversation Questions for the ESL/EFL Classroom If this is your first time here, then read the Teacher's Guide to Using These PagesIf you can think of a good question for any list, please send it to us. Home | Articles | Lessons | Techniques | Questions | Games | Jokes | Things for Teachers | Links | Activities for ESL Students Would you like to help? If you can think of a good question for any list, please send it to us. If you would like to suggest another topic, please send it and a set of questions to begin the topic. Copyright © 1997-2010 by The Internet TESL Journal Pages from this site should not be put online elsewhere.Permission is not required to link directly to any page on our site as long as you do not trap the page inside a frame.
classroom Bookmarks - segnalibri Cut every bookmark and colour Conversation Topics In order to improve your language skills, your conversation with language partners should be as diverse as possible. This way you can acquire a broad vocabulary and learn all the different sentence structures in a language. Below you can find some suggestions for conversation topics that would guide you to achieve this. Getting acquainted After the initial introductions, ask your conversation partner why they are learning your native language, for how long and how they have been learning it, how often and in what situations they speak it and to describe their first speaking encounter with a native speaker. Comparing An interesting aspect of getting to know somebody from another country, it's to learn about their culture. Traveling Keen language learners are often also keen travelers. Hypothetical Situations One way to practice grammar is to talk about hypothetical situations. Music This is without a doubt a much loved topic and you should make the most of it. Expressing your opinion
8 Ways to Welcome Students I try to make students feel welcome as soon as they step into my classroom. I believe the most important part of the first day is helping students feel comfortable and enthusiastic about attending school. Here is my 8-step plan for starting off right from day one. 1. Setting the Right Tone I open the morning by reading First Day Jitters. 2. At the end of the first day, students receive a treat bag with meaningful items to set the tone of the class for the year. an eraser — mistakes are opportunities for learning Smarties candies — we all have different kinds of “smarts” a pencil — "Because I know that you are sharp!" 3. On the first day of school students have a shape taped under their chairs (apple, rocket, etc.). 4. I pass out cards that have facts about me on them. 5. Students walk around the room with clipboards and a questionnaire asking students different questions. 6. 7. Since we're in room 16, my class adopts the name "TEAM 16" for the year. 8.
101 Conversation Starters (Also see How to Start a Conversation) Ice Breakers Where did you grow up?Do you have any pets? Childhood Questions What was your favorite children's book? School/Work Topics Where did (do) you go to school? Relationship Questions What is the first think you notice about a guy or girl? Sports Conversation Starters Who is your favorite athlete? Vacation Questions Where was the last place you went on vacation? Food/Drink Topics What is your favorite drink? Entertainment Topics Who is your favorite actor? Personal Questions Who do you look up to? Misc. Do you sleep with a stuffed animal?
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