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What Defines ESL Level 6?

  At ESL Level 6 , students are at a high intermediate stage. They can express ideas clearly, understand complex texts, and hold conversations on various subjects. However, they often need support to refine their fluency, grasp idioms, and improve writing skills. Key Topics to Challenge ESL Level 6 Students To help students advance, focus on topics including : 1️⃣ Debate & Persuasive Speaking Encourage critical thinking by having students debate thought-provoking topics: Should AI replace human jobs? Is a four-day workweek better than five? For numbers 2-5, read more here: https://englishbrightesl.com/esl-level-6-are-your-students-ready-for-the-next-big-challenge/
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I Upgraded My ESL Curriculum for Elementary Students—The Results? Incredible!

Teaching young learners English can be exciting, but keeping them engaged is a challenge. When I realized my students weren’t making enough progress, I knew it was time for a change. That’s when I decided to upgrade my ESL curriculum for elementary students —and the results were incredible! What Was Missing in My Old Curriculum? Read more https://englishbrightesl.com/esl-curriculum-for-elementary-students/
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Teaching Tips for ESL Teachers: How I Got My Students Talking

  As an ESL teacher, one of my biggest struggles was getting my students to speak. No matter how much I encouraged them, many stayed silent, hesitant, or only gave one-word answers. It felt like I was doing all the talking while they nodded along. I knew they understood more than they let on, but getting them to express themselves was a whole different challenge. Then, I changed one simple thing— I made speaking low-stakes and fun. And within a week, my students went from quiet observers to active talkers. The Game-Changer: Daily Speaking Challenges Read more https://englishbrightesl.com/teaching-tips-for-esl-teachers-how-i-got-my-students-talking/
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English Exercises for Preschool: STOP Doing This!

  I used to make this one huge mistake in my ESL preschool classes—and once I fixed it, everything changed. Let me save you the struggle! Teaching ESL to preschoolers can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it also comes with unique challenges. If your young learners seem distracted, frustrated, or unengaged, you might be making some common mistakes without even realizing it. Here are the top things to STOP doing—and what to do instead—to make your preschool English exercises more effective and enjoyable. 1. STOP Using Too Much Teacher Talk Preschoolers, especially those learning a new language, have short attention spans. If you’re spending too much time explaining activities, they will quickly lose interest. Read more https://englishbrightesl.com/english-exercises-for-preschool-stop-doing-this/
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I Got My ESL Certification—Here’s What No One Told Me!

When I decided to get my ESL certification , I thought it would be a straightforward process: choose a program, complete the coursework, and start teaching English as a second language (ESL) . But along the way, I discovered a few things no one warned me about. If you’re considering an ESL certification , here’s what you should know before you start. Read more https://englishbrightesl.com/esl-certification/
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