Not a word was spoken (but many were learned)
Video is often used in the EFL classroom for listening comprehension activities, facilitating discussions and, of course, language work. But...
Love Actually: activities, ideas, vocabulary
Image source: www.universalstudiosentertainment.com I use a lot of films in my teaching: not just occasional Youtube clips but full-length a...
Binomials
Photo by @aclil2climb via eltpics Binomials are two word expressions (strong collocations) such as "dead or alive", "give and...
If I were a boy
This activity based on Beyonce's song is suitable for older teens and adults at pre-intermediate level and up. The lesson plan is based ...
Would you like it gift-wrapped?
Video dictogloss A dictogloss is an integrated skills activity in which a teacher dictates a text at normal speed and students note down as ...
When the cat's away...
There is a widespread belief among teachers that collocations are only reserved for higher levels. Likewise, there is a popular misconceptio...