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To visit the exhibits, simply read through the posts and click on the links for any live sessions.

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Using the Reciprocal Teaching Method for ESL/EFL Reading Comprehension

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Using the Reciprocal Teaching Method for ESL/EFL Reading Comprehension

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Learning difficulties of ESL students are thought to be linked to their limited English proficiency so instruction of higher level reading comprehension skills is often delayed, further exacerbating the amount of time it will take for an ESL student to become proficient in gaining reading comprehension skills.

This poster will showcase 1) The Reciprocal Teaching Method (RTM) and how it can be employed in all classrooms of English learners 2) Show that this method can be used as an alternate approach for students to acquire necessary reading comprehension skills by teaching the thought process behind reading comprehension 3) Show how this method can be customized to your lesson plans and used with languages other than English.
A printable sampling of reading and worksheet resources is provided.

Please join for a live Q&A 11:00am-12:00pm on 4/30 PST.

https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89617941923?pwd=c0lMVENYdFE3aFJkemxMUWpRaWJ4QT09

https://padlet.com/vanschijndeldeb/vdwspk0c2c2se9hi

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History's Mysteries - Research, Discuss and Solve Some of History’s Biggest Puzzles

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History's Mysteries - Research, Discuss and Solve Some of History’s Biggest Puzzles

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History's Mysteries is an ESL creative reading and writing collection that contains 40 Historical mysteries spanning human history across the globe!

Each mystery is supported with questions and vocabulary activities to introduce the briefing, discussion questions, and a variety of creative projects.

An appendix of 14 supplemental history and research-based  activities. These includes summaries, evaluating sources, fun mini mysteries, and many more!

This poster session will describe how to the process of how to use these materials in the classroom. Please join for a live Q&A 10:30-12pm 4/30 PST

https://padlet.com/taylorsapp81/HM

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Intercultural Communication: The Root Of Our Work

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Intercultural Communication: The Root Of Our Work

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Teaching English to non-native speakers?
Traveling to another country?
Training teachers?
Immigration advocacy?
Buying Thai food (unless you're Thai!)
Working with someone who doesn't speak your same mother tongue?
Visiting a new city or neighborhood?
Tutoring youth with a different background than you?
Starting a new job?

What ties them all together is Intercultural Communication Skills. Everyone needs them. Everyone here teaches them.

If you're looking to build a world of mutual understanding, come and say hi at "Office Hours" on our Discord channel on Sunday between 5-8pm. If you have a question or comment, or don't know what a Discord channel is, just comment here and we'll respond!

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As many of us are coming back to the physical classroom, reintroducing in-person icebreakers is an important element of our teaching practice that can help promote: 1) resilience, 2) a sense of community, and 3) student engagement. Icebreakers can have a substantial impact on your students’ cognitive and affective development. This poster presentation will dive into specific examples of how we have effectively used icebreakers in our ESOL classrooms to address these 3 themes stated above and share what we have learned. We will also discuss best practices and the importance of reflecting on how icebreakers can affect your teaching.

Click the link below to watch our presentation:
https://padlet.com/delaneyybarra/64emtug5lzubn6pg

Also join us from 10:30-11:00am for further discussion. Here is the Zoom link: https://pdx.zoom.us/j/89399852958

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Teach Abroad with English Language Programs

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Teach Abroad with English Language Programs

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The English Language Programs is the premier opportunity for TESOL professionals to impact the way English is taught abroad. By completing projects designed by U.S. Embassies in more than 80 countries, English Language Fellows, Specialists, and Virtual Educators work closely with local teachers, students, and education professionals to improve English language teaching capacity overseas. Program participants serve as representatives and cultural ambassadors of the United States and, through a unique cultural exchange, they support the U.S. Department of State’s public diplomacy mission abroad.

Join us for a live Q&A from 10:00 -11:00 am with English Language Programs staff to learn more.