Explore ELT 6, Step 5.12: Using resources 1 by TEO https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9 en-us 2018-05-09 11:00:16 UTC 2025-10-22 18:21:42 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/269105586 In my class, once I was trying to teach humanistics:philosophy , I chose one video from the internet. However, although I simplified the questions, and played the Video several times, it is still difficult for learners to understand. So I think authentic materials are too authentic, fast in speed, difficult in pronouniciation.but it is cartoon, learners in fact are interested in watching cartoons. So I learned that we really really should get to know a lot about our learners.]]> 2018-07-02 01:20:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/269105586 I use at my lesson 2 audios. 1 short audio with the same text on the paper as a warming up. Because it's really hard to listen to original texts without help. Students listen to the 2 audio without text. It works. https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/269529835 2018-07-06 03:28:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/269529835 https://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/ sanjivbawa1 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/269573465 Personaly,I thilnk it is very useful

]]> 2018-07-06 16:22:10 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/269573465 BBC learning English is a great source... bapaul13 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/269822382 2018-07-10 08:35:12 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/269822382 BBC news is a great learning because it deals with day to day real life situations which allows students to better relate to . dianabenni https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270190069 2018-07-14 09:24:21 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270190069 I think YouTube is a great resource because it provides a wide range of resources for learning English, especially for younger learners. I like the following resource: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhloS3jaIWI&vl=en for teaching young learners at a beginner's level about clothes. It is a great resource as it is bright and vibrant. It is an audio and visual resource, engaging the learner with both reading and listening skills. Possible disadvantages could be the pictures are not animated, making it a little less engaging for younger learners. That said, I would definitely recommend it as an engaging resource for younger learners. https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270248269 2018-07-15 23:24:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270248269 I use this website a lot: https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270374263 https://www.englishlanguage.org.nz/hub/teaching-resources/
It has great picture stories related to every day life in New Zealand (all the topics that are important for new migrants are covered). The stories come with many ideas how to use the picture story and how to continue the topic from there. ]]> 2018-07-17 04:10:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270374263 ellacoman https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270426042 2018-07-17 15:05:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270426042 I really like YouTube as my resource for different ages and levels. My students love it and very often share some useful or funny videos with me, which show their interest in learning English outside the class. The disadvantage might be poor Internet connection, or limited access to it in some places. Anyway, I use it as an additional resource, and never had a single complain from students. golszewska https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270449943 2018-07-17 21:30:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270449943 I love YouTube and BBC Learning English, it is very a great tool for students, we always find a topic that interests them :) angely_philippine_fp2 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270594819 2018-07-19 06:36:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270594819 I liked the news resources as the subjects were topical and had a vast range of subjects. I liked the way you could choose the speed of the recording which means you can suit the needs of the individual learners. https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1807/180719-pay-cut-l.html https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270659751 2018-07-19 22:01:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270659751 Educaplay: Create and find educational activities, manage groups, export your resources and use it in any device. dahianaa_morales https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270675240 https://www.educaplay.com/

Kahoot: Game-based learning platform, free for teachers of awesome and classroom superheroes.
https://kahoot.com/

Storyjumper: Read and create books
https://www.storyjumper.com/

Piktochart: Presentations maker. I highly suggest this one for teachers.
https://piktochart.com/

AAASPELLING: comprehensive set of interactive spelling lessons, games and exercises.

http://www.aaaspell.com/


]]> 2018-07-20 02:33:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270675240 My review is about QUIZLET. It's a great tool to use in class. I chose an activity to revise the family members with elementary learners. https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270699701 2018-07-20 10:56:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270699701 Name of resource: Listening activity from esl-lab (picnic preparations) Type of activity: Listening What kind of learner is it for? Basic 2 What’s good about it? They listen to real interaction and combinations among people. Use of vocabulary in context.Possible disadvantages: I do not see them.Would you recommend it? Why/Why not?Yes, it is practical, interesting, fun. carladeaquino https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270706607 Carla]]> 2018-07-20 13:55:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270706607 RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS AND LEARNERS alejandra_garciap https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270736348 Alejandra GP
Name of resource:
www.breakingnewsenglish.com– interactive and printable English lessons
 
Type of activity (reading, listening, speaking, writing, language, game, song, video):
Listening
 
What kind of learner is it for?
Level 0 to Level 6
 
What’s good about it?
It’s good, because it has 4 levels of speed, which give us the opportunity to practice until the student understands, in this case, the breaking news at the fastest speed, It’s good, because it has 4 levels of speed, which give us the opportunity to practice until the student understands, in this case, the breaking news at the fastest speed, the normal speed in which a reporter reads the news.
 
Possible disadvantages:
Maybe the in somehow the students will find it a little bit difficult to catch all the news, but the point is to force them to understand what is that news about, and not to understand each word of it. In other works the learners will have the opportunity to learn more vocabulary and spelling, grammar, and other things.
 
Would you recommend it? Why/Why not?
Yes, I recommend this resource because I found it to be quite complete with different activities for different levels, which encompass the four parts of the language listening, reading, writing and speaking. 


]]> 2018-07-21 03:41:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270736348 Name of resource: Props like masks, hats, hairdos, bags, puppets https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270736531 Type of activity: Speaking
Learner: Level 0 and up
What's good about it: It makes students comfortable in class while using props. Students get a chance to build their imagination and also learn to use humor appropriately.
Would I recommend it: Yes. It is easy to plan for, interesting, engaging and fun.
Rachana]]> 2018-07-21 03:49:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270736531 Name of resource: Lyricstraining.comType of activity (reading, listening, speaking, writing, language, game, song, video): Listening and writingWhat kind of learner is it for? From beginners to expert learnersWhat’s good about it? It’s appealing to most, because we all enjoy a good song – maybe especially teenagers, as they are always listening to their favourite songs, but getting them wrong…A fun way to practice your listening skills – and spelling.Possible disadvantages: Not so useful in a classroom?Would you recommend it? Why/Why not? Definitely. Because I enjoyed it, so I think my students will too. https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270971060 Maria Helene Nielsen]]> 2018-07-24 11:02:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/270971060 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271096395 I like to use Cambridge Dictionary Online with my Cambridge and IELTS pre-test students. The fact that you have the word definition, translation, context (business or general) and A2 - C2 defintions of words are great! Please continue defining the level of words.]]> 2018-07-25 14:39:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271096395 review of Breakingnewsenglish claudiansilva https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271101349 name: Cláudia Marques
Since this seemed to be so popular among  the other teachers I decided to review this resource.]]> 2018-07-25 15:30:55 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271101349 Olga Niziol https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271319324 2018-07-28 03:00:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271319324 Olga Niziol - The review of breakingnewsenflish.com https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271319343 This page offers a variety of different activities based on interesting texts. The activities connected with text cover reading, listening, writing, spelling and games. I have checked the activities linked to the text entitled 'World's oldest bread recipe found' and I must admit they are perfect to support learners whose aim is pass exams for certificates or at university, who need to practice reading with comprehension skills and vocabulary as well as listening. All in challenging exercises and game like activities. The text and exercises are adapted to levels 0,1,2,3. In my opinion the text is great for young adults and adults who would like to broaden the knowledge of the world. The disadvantage may be that the subject of the text may not cover the interests of every single student, but I'm sure the text and exercises appeal to most of them. I would recommend to check this site to practice exam oriented reading and vocabulary. Furthermore, a teacher can easily think of
speaking activities based on the text. ]]> 2018-07-28 03:01:36 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271319343 Rajen Jani rajenjani_writer https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271333379 Name of resource : Breaking News English  
Type of activity (reading, listening, speaking, writing, language, game, song, video) : All 
What kind of learner is it for? : All learners  
What’s good about it? : It has 2,582 free, interactive and printable English lessons for 7 levels. Learners would generally start from Level 0, where one can listen; read; match jumbled words and match sentences; spell consonants, vowels, missing letters, initials only, and no letters; and learn words by finding missing words, no spaces, and gap fill. Additionally, some lessons are extended to other levels also. This site covers all levels with multiple interesting activities.  
Possible disadvantages : In some countries Internet is expensive, which may make a student think twice before accessing online learning websites. 
Would you recommend it? Why/Why not? I would certainly recommend it for reasons as stated above. ]]> 2018-07-28 13:52:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271333379 So much variety and choice, but also so much time spent looking. Maybe if I had a specific class in mind it would be easier. Anyway in the end my winner is: https://breakingnewsenglish.com/ for its variety, versatility, and interesting articles and lesson plans.So much variety and choice, but also so much time spent looking. Maybe if I had a specific class in mind it would be easier. Anyway in the end my winner is: https://breakingnewsenglish.com/ for its variety, versatility, and interesting articles and lesson plans. https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271370155 2018-07-29 14:54:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271370155 reviw of Breaking news english https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271546664 2018-07-31 11:43:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271546664 Review of breakingnewsenglish.com https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271546791 Abdelhak El Jaadaoui

]]> 2018-07-31 11:45:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271546791 Review of Storybird https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271719948 Storybird
-Reading & Writing
-All learners: the user has the option of choosing which type of book they want to make.
Students can not only write stories, but they can also read other student's stories and write feedback. This promotes reading in addition to writing. 
-Possible disadvantage: It could be difficult to use without access to technology.
I would recommend it for its clean format and interactive components.

]]> 2018-08-02 00:20:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271719948 Review of Quizlet https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271801620 -Lots of variety
- helps with vocabulary, memorization, and has games
-can apply to all ages and levels of ability
-fun games 
-keeps the learner engaged! ]]> 2018-08-02 16:59:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271801620 Review of conversation with adult and children's voices natalie2006 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271947746 Natalia Kuzntesova]]> 2018-08-04 13:31:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271947746 Review of News Report hkfriesen https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271955975
  • Name of resource:  
  • Type of activity   
    • Combination of listening, reading, speaking, writing 
  • What kind of learner is it for?  
    • intermediate to advanced 
  • What’s good about it?  
    • variety of different topics (something to interest everyone) 
    • tests listening comprehension 
  • Possible disadvantages  
    • not everyone has Flash Player (required for sound clips) 
  • Would you recommend it? Why/Why not? 
    • I have never used it so I can’t say how effective it would be. But would definitely try it.  

    • – Heidi Friesen
    ]]>     2018-08-04 17:54:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271955975     Comment about resource licervalls https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271956043 Here is my review about reading a text

    ]]>     2018-08-04 17:57:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271956043     REVIEW ESL-LAB - Ellen L https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271961108
    Name of resource : ESL -Lab
    Type of activity    : listening
    Learner :  Elementary+; young teenagers or adults
    What’s good about it?
    The conversation between an adult and a boy is quite spontaneous, natural language, the exercises are good and they invite to listen to the conversation again.
    Possible disadvantages
    There are no attractive pictures in this exercise,
    Would you recommend it? 
    Yes I would, it is a clear directed listening exercise, complete with questions and grammar. 

    Apart from conversations (at three different levels) there are many other listening quizzes, from beginners´ level up to academic 


    ]]>     2018-08-04 21:43:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/271961108     Cambridge dictionary: gulbaharoz2525 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272249117 its really usefull for teachers and Learners..........]]> 2018-08-07 20:00:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272249117 Name of resource : ESL -LabType of activity: listening + learning vocabularyLearner : Elementary+; young teenagers or adultsWhat’s good about it?It's a game about Would you recommend it? Yes I would, it is a game where every ezampere https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272610858 2018-08-10 11:27:21 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272610858 Report https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272676349 Name of source:
    Esl-lab.com/videoclips.htm

    Type of activity (reading, listening, speaking, writing, language, game, song, video)
    Listening and writing

     What kind of learner is it for? 
    For adult learners at intermediate or upper level students

    What’s good about it? It looks a kind of learning in context.

    Possible disadvantages Would you recommend it? Why/Why not? 
    I think that students need to watch the videos more that one time so that they can answer its questions, so in this case it can be boring.


    Best
    Mary

    ]]>     2018-08-10 20:24:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272676349     Song https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272682967 Students listen to the chosen song a couple of times enjoy the tune then they write missing words in a sheet of paper .They can ask each other their answer.
    This song can be practised in front of the parents at the end of term.]]>     2018-08-10 22:09:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272682967     Source www.lyrictraining.com https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272683576 Good source for learning the lyrics to songs.]]> 2018-08-10 22:25:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272683576 Patricia Nutter https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272683707 2018-08-10 22:28:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272683707 Review about Resource: https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272808355 Name of resource:  tedxesl.com 
    – lessons based around Ted Talks

    Type : Listening, language
    Learner type: Intermediate level adults

    The good: Real time listening in different accents

    Not so good: Titles need to be chosen according to learner level and cultural sensitivity

    Recommend? Yes. Definitely

    Pretam

    ]]>     2018-08-13 04:26:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/272808355     *Name of resource . www.engvid.com – English video lessons*Type of activity (reading, listening, speaking, writing, language, game, song, video)Listening *What kind of learner is it for? intermediate & advanced learners *What’s good about it? They are native speakers and Ss practice their listening learning cultural aspects of different countries.* Possible disadvantages. The Ss are listening different pronunciation. *Would you recommend it? Yes *Why/Why not? An easy way to reinforce  grammar  with native people .  https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/273246439 2018-08-15 13:27:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/273246439 Name of source: https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1808/180816-losing-weight.html https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/274067525 Type of activity: Reading, spelling, writing (via a gap fill https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1808/180816-losing-weight-jc.htm) 
    Learner type: beginner
    Advantages: Students can read the article as many times as they like and as this activity is completed individually, it gives everyone chance to read and complete at their own pace
    Disadvantages: Some students may complete this very quickly and get bored]]>     2018-08-20 14:59:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/274067525     http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/news-report/ep-160503 traceycoleman74 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/274643074 I liked the News reports from the BBC. They are for older teens or adult learners. Useful to have the vocabulary and grammar explanations alongside quiz questions.]]> 2018-08-22 16:42:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/274643074 Sharing resources medusagotica_brenda_n_o https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/275327880 Type of activity: Video (http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/lingohack/ep-180718)
    What kind of learner is it for?: Intermediate level.
    What’s good about it?: A lot of vocabulary practising and interesting facts about general culture.
    Possible disadvantages: Problems with listening skills could be confused for learners.
    Would you recommend it? I highly recommend these kind of activities as good authentic material for everyday practising.]]>     2018-08-25 17:46:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/275327880     Resoure name: https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/276154289 http://www.listen-and-write.com and http://www.quizlet.com

    Type of activity:
    Reading and writing.

    What kind of learner:

    Can be used for beginner to more advanced learners.  It can easily be adjusted to learner levels.

    What is good about it:
    All ages can take part in these sort of exercises.  Quizzes can also be fun games using images and pictures and not just formal comprehension like models.

    Disadvantages.
    Can easily become a reading and writing exercise only.

    Would you recommend it:
    Yes I would. These type of lessons can engage the learner in reading, listening, writing and speaking.



    ]]>     2018-08-29 08:55:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/276154289     http://www.quizlet.com/http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/lingohack/ep-180718 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/276855512 I have liked a lot all kinds of resources that this course has worked but I chose the quizlet and BBC news because they certainly help the learners with real subjects and promote more motivation to teach and learn English. The teacher can train interpretation of the texts, grammar, and vocabulary.]]> 2018-08-31 11:38:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/276855512 resources https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/277522127 lyricstraining.com and tedxesl.com
    I wpuld use for all levels ]]>     2018-09-04 12:57:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/277522127     resources: lyricstraining.com and tedxesl.com https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/277522660 i would use for all level learners.
    It would be for integrated skill approach and ]]>     2018-09-04 12:58:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/277522660     resources https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/277523654 lyricstraining.com and tedxesl.com
    this is suitable for all level of learners and will give great scope for integrated language learning-teaching
    These resources give scope for variety of activities
     ]]>     2018-09-04 13:00:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/277523654     Resources... isabellevoog https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/278804615  

     Name of ressource :

      Breaking News English

      Type of activity :    reading, listening, speaking, writing, language,  
      What kind of learner is it for?  Teenagers and adults
     What’s good about it?   Rich website ; easy to find some interesting topics ; each text is the matter of a nice range of exercises
     Possible disadvantages  :  No game, song or video ? Many « sensitiv topics » ?
     Would you recommend it?  I recommend it much to any teacher amaing at building easily a lesson.

    Isabelle V.
    ]]>     2018-09-07 12:28:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/278804615     Sharing recourses https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/285284360 Name of the resource:

    https://www.canva.com/design/DACjs1Clz98/mxoFDdAT9K_umIGligEeBA/edit
    Topic: In our community 

    Type of activity: language, speaking and writing

    What kind of learner is it for?
    level 3 for Children

    Possible disadvantages: first language.]]>     2018-09-24 23:13:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/285284360     http://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org.cn/sites/teens/files/travel_guide_-_guide_1.pdf https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/285309110 Posted by: ClintJGD

    Topic: California Travel Guide

    Type of Activity: Reading (skimming & scamming) and writing 

    Level: Intermediate 

    Advantages: It will give learners the opportunity to practice and develop reading skills particularly their sub skills in scanning and skimming in the context of a travel guide. It will enable them to expand  knowledge about a certain place as well as learn new vocabulary.

    Disadvantage: This material might be too easy for intermediate students. So an additional productive task should be added to complement the lesson.

    ]]>     2018-09-25 02:01:42 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/285309110     Resource! https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/285774287 Name of resource: https://tedxesl.com/
    Type of activity: listening, speaking, writing 
    What kind of learner is it for: intermediate
    What’s good about it: allows for classroom discussion after students listen to TedTalk
    Possible disadvantages: topic may not be interesting for some students; some students may not be auditory learners 
    Would you recommend it: Yes! 
    Why: because it stimulates learning and discussion. It can also teach students to be more brave in front of crowds and can motivate them to find a topic they are truly passionate about to speak. ]]>     2018-09-25 20:21:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/285774287     RESOURCE artu6809 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/291019417 Posted by: Arturo Guzmán García
    Name of resource
    https://es.lyricstraining.com/play/john-lennon/imagine/H7I4VxsmQ7
    Type of activity : Listening, speaking,  song, video
    What kind of learner is it for? Intermediate
    What’s good about it? 
    Allows students to listen and identify words from the song and repite in the correct accent.
    Possible disadvantages: sometimes the accent from the singer could be hard to identify.
    Would you recommend it? 
    Yes, absolutely, is fun and challenging, everybody loves the music.]]>     2018-10-09 22:23:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/291019417     Resource https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/292351113 "Beatrix Potter story discovered"
     | Name of resource |  News Report – lessons using BBC reports | Type of activity (reading, listening, speaking, writing, language, game, song, video) |  Listening to audio extract, reading transcript, reading vocabulary for meaning, writing correct summary. 
    | What kind of learner is it for? | Appeals to different learner levels; young beginner of illustrated story books to older learners with an interest in Beatrix Potter and her writings.  
    | What’s good about it? | It relates to other British Council online courses. It is well-known literature of the Lake District. It can lead to further discussion the literary heritage of the Lakes.  
    | Possible disadvantages |  The subject may not appeal to the teenage learner and the language may seem traditional.
    | Would you recommend it? Why/Why not? | Yes, as an introductory lesson to the Lake District, Beatrix Potter and the literature of the Lakes.

    ]]>     2018-10-12 20:39:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/292351113     Sharing Resources vsbc3 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/292411903 Tedexcel.com is based around TEDTALKS. The level is intermediate with listening, reading and writing lessons. The articles are various in themes but some may not be suitable for every learner. The are a number of articles to choose from. I would recommend it to all who are interested in a news format  that is interesting and informative. ]]> 2018-10-13 11:41:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/292411903 Resources, posted by Constance Arredes conyarredes https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/293120492 Resource: https://breakingnewsenglish.com/
    Type of activity: this resource provides a great variety of activities that implies listening, reading, learning and using vocabulary, writing and speaking.
    What kind of learners is it for? This resource is for students with upper-intermediate and advanced levels
    The advantage is that students can practise their english, reading news and doing activities about that. 
    The disadvantage is related to not having enough technological materials at educative institutions, such as computers, wifi or mobile phones

    ]]>     2018-10-16 01:13:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/293120492     Resources chineatah https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/295772530 https://www.esl-lab.com/
    Type of activity: listening, writing
    This kind of activity will help students understand how English is being used in daily lives.

    ]]>     2018-10-23 03:27:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/295772530     Resource elen_s1609 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/303242328 Posted by: Elen Campos
    Name of resource
    https://www.letras.mus.br/selena-gomez/1909483/
    Type of activity  -  song
    What kind of learner is it for? Beginner
    What is good about this?
    My students are teenagers and they love songs, so I always choose a song they're interested in and that I can work on the subject I've already taught. In this way, they learn and have fun.
    Possible disadvantages - 
    One disadvantage is choosing a type of music that someone does not like. So we can not please everyone. The next time we have to do some activity  in order to attract the other group.
    Would you recommend this? Why? Why not?
    Yes, I would recommend it because almost all the students have fun and it is also a pleasant time. I think learning with happiness and fun is the best way to learn.]]>     2018-11-12 13:38:49 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/303242328     Daughter in trouble elen_s1609 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/305636228 Posted by Elen Campos
    *Learners
     1.Look at the picture and try to figure out what this is about.
    2. Who is she?
    3.What is she writing and for whom?
    * Teachers
    Warm up and Activities
    • first - we provoked a discussion among the students (group activities)
    • second - we ask them to write about what they discussed (individual activity)
    • thrid - read the text that talks about the picture and check their  ideas (debate)
    • fourth - answer the questions about the text (individual activity) and check their answers together. up and Activities
    ]]>     2018-11-18 11:12:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/305636228     rpmallen7 https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/368845864 Resource picked : www. breakingnewsenglish.com
    I was really impressed about the clarity of purpose , the versatility and simplicity  of options to be used ( not to be taken as something not requiring a conscious effort by the students involved ). 
    Since it gives a choice of news articles to read , listen to , discuss about  and even write about and doing so at different levels of English already attained by the learners , it simplifies the teacher's task which is optimizing the conditions present during ' classroom time'  , monitoring students' responses and giving , at the end of each exercise some immediate feedback to the class.
     I find that even at the lowest level ( 0)  of English advancement , it could be too involved for a beginning student who does not have any of the basic skills ( Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking ) and who is starting to learn words, phrases, pronunciation, syntax and basic grammar.  Therefore , it appears to me this resource is suitable for the intermediate level student up the highest possible level . It  would never cease to be useful even for advanced level learners , not to mention also  certified  English teachers , because it is about what's going on in the world , taken from diverse areas of interest . 
    One possible disadvantage could be to choose a topic without  consideration for the perceived cultural sensitive topics of the students participating. In the case of teaching abroad , it would be wise to refrain from discussing any news relating to sex , religion , politics and ideologies in most  of the countries where the teaching takes place , even at the receiving end of an online course .

    ]]>     2019-06-23 23:08:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/368845864     Awesome Resource https://padlet.com/ExploreELT/6lcudxsltjb9/wish/372200586 www.lyricstraining.com 
    Type of activity: through music, students are able to fill in the gaps and learn new vocabulary plus enhancing pronunciation. Several sorts of songs are provided!
    What kind of lerner is it for: for all learners!!!
    What´s good about it? It´s a different way of learning English!!!! We´re used to traditional resources and this one pretty much breaks the routine.
    Possible disadvantages: elderly people might experience some difficulty in handling it. 
    Would you recommend it? Definitely! 

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