Knowing how to teach conversational Spanish can go a long way toward helping others to communicate in Spanish. Schoolbook Spanish is much like schoolbook English and really does not provide the students with the way people actually speak the language. It is a more formal type of learning that is excellent for practicing the written language, but is not so effective when people are actually learning to speak the language. Read the rest

There are some great benefits offered by foreign language education. Research has long shown the benefits of language learning especially when taught earlier on in life. Children should have the chance to learn as much as they can. Learning a new language is entertaining and can be incredibly helpful to them later on in life. Read the rest

Trying to learn a language can be extremely boring unless you think of fun ways to learn the vocabulary. Read the rest

Vocabulary is an important part of language. Unfortunately, memorization of long vocabulary lists can be boring, tedious, and ineffective for many people. Although some people have no trouble memorizing vocabulary lists, others struggle to retain a single word. There are several popular methods for learning vocabulary, and if you are learning a new language, one or more of them may be right for you. Read the rest

Immersion is the best way to learn Spanish. Immersion involves being surrounded by Spanish speaking people. The language learner is forced to learn Spanish by speaking it to communicate. The idea is that the more a person uses Spanish the sooner he will learn it. Read the rest

Teaching the English language to students whose first language is not English certainly has its frustrations. English language learners may struggle with cultural barriers, comprehension of written or spoken English, or even fear of speaking English. Here are some tips for teaching English language that can apply to most ESL teaching situations. Read the rest

With thousands of jobs available, teaching ESL overseas is an increasingly appealing option to many people. While it is possible to land a teaching position without certification, having more credentials opens more doors in more countries, giving you more choice and possibly better pay. The TESOL certificate is a great option, but the internet is overflowing with information on the subject. Here is a quick guide that will help get you on your way to getting TESOL certification. Read the rest

If you’re interested in traveling, experiencing a new and different culture, and saving money, then being an ESL teacher may be the job for you. As long as you have a bachelor’s degree in any subject area, there is a way for you to teach English in Korea. Before you start job hunting, here are a few things you should know. Read the rest

Every day, more people across the world join the millions already studying English. As a vast and constantly changing language, English can be daunting to first-time students. If you are serious about learning, there are many ESL programs and classes available. But if you’re strapped for cash, here are several steps you can take to start learning English for free. Read the rest

Learning English is a challenge for any student, and drilling grammar rules and memorizing vocabulary can make class monotonous. Here are a few fun activities for ESL students to try at home or in the classroom. Read the rest