In this blog, NGL academic and training development manager Alex Warren looks at how teachers can best incorporate a visible learning philosophy into the English language classroom to empower students to reach their full potential. Before we get going, take a moment to pause and reflect. What do you think
Preparing your English language learners for the TOEFL speaking exam can be challenging, especially when it comes to Questions 3 and 4. These questions require specific skills and strategies to effectively comprehend and respond to academic material. In this blog post, we will explore five essential tips to help English
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, English proficiency has become a crucial asset for career success. Whether in business, technology, healthcare, or academia, professionals around the world rely on English to collaborate, innovate, and communicate effectively. Context: The demand for English in the workplace extends beyond technical knowledge. Research shows that
Teenagers can be efficient language learners. They have the cognitive ability to understand grammar abstractly, yet they still retain their childlike playfulness. Although they can understand grammar rules, teenagers need more than just grammar-based exercises in order to be able to use grammar to communicate effectively in English. They need
For young learners of English, the world is full of wonders waiting to be explored, challenges to be overcome, and lessons to be learned. Finding English language learning content that can bring those wonders into the classroom or finding role models to inspire young learners can be challenging. Who better
If you teach teen English learners, you probably have many questions – about keeping their attention in class, helping them engage with the course material, or even showing them that learning English is worthwhile! Last year, educators from around the world shared their questions about teaching teens with us, and
What skills do our young English language learners need in order to communicate effectively and make sense of the world? Traditionally literacy has been thought of as having the ability to read and write, but is that really sufficient in the media and information-rich world we live in? Our young
The primary focus for newcomers to the United States who have little to no English is oral language and comprehension. They want to start communicating their basic needs —”I don’t feel well,” “I need to use the bathroom,” “Where is the gym?”— as soon as possible. But as high school
The Slingshot Challenge by our partners at the National Geographic Society is now accepting submissions! This exciting initiative gives students ages 13–18 the opportunity to research, create, and share a 1-minute video focused on solving an important environmental challenge in their community. Why should English language educators share the Slingshot
Bringing Learning to Life: Reflections from the Boiling River, Part 3 My friends can’t believe some of the things I get up to thanks to the connections I make through my work at National Geographic Learning — from tagging red-footed falcons in Hungary to getting top photography tips from National