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Teaching Tip: Roll, Read, Erase – A Fun and Flexible Warm-Up for Literacy Learners
This simple activity is a favorite for literacy classrooms because it combines movement, numeracy, reading, and fun—all in a low-prep...
ESLC
Jun 112 min read


Juneteenth, Literacy, and the Power of Information
On June 19, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and delivered news that should have already been known: all enslaved people...
ESLC
Jun 112 min read


Building Connections - ESLC Holds a Community Resource and Career Fair
The English Skills Learning Center held a vibrant event at one of our workplace training sites, bringing together community resource...
Jessica Hercules
Dec 19, 20241 min read


Boosting Focus Through Intentional Practice: How Simple Brain Exercises Help Adults Learn Better
This article highlights some classroom skills teachers can use to support adult learners build up focus skills in class.
ESLC
Oct 25, 20243 min read


Attention Building Activity: Alternating Attention Task"Target Word Hunt"
This is an activity intended to help support learners increase focus and attention abilities.
ESLC
Oct 25, 20242 min read


Selective Attention Activity: "Find the Target Letter"
Objective: Strengthen students' ability to focus on a specific target (letter) while filtering out other information. Materials Needed:...
ESLC
Oct 25, 20242 min read


September Student of the Month 2024: Ahmed Awes
Ahmed's kindness and helpfulness make him a true standout in his English class! He always gathers the books and whiteboards at the end of...
ESLC
Sep 30, 20241 min read


September Volunteer of the Month 2024: Brad Briscoe
Brad is an enthusiastic and dedicated volunteer who consistently gives 100% to his role. Whether he's teaching one student or ten, Brad...
ESLC
Sep 30, 20241 min read


Engaging Icebreakers: 5 Fun Activities for Starting English Class Off Right
Why not shake things up with these five refreshing options for your next group activity?
Jessica Hercules
Sep 12, 20242 min read


Teaching Tip - Classroom Activities - Picture Writing Prompt
Jumpstart Writing Skills with Creative Picture Prompts Engaging learners in writing can be challenging, especially when it’s hard to find...
Jessica Hercules
Aug 27, 20242 min read


Teaching Tip - Classroom Activities - Text Comprehension with a Colorful Twist
This teaching tip includes a description and example of a text comprehension activity.
Jessica Hercules
Aug 20, 20242 min read


Teaching Tip - Multilevel Classes - Beyond Learning Styles: Creating Enriched Environments for Long-term Retention
All classrooms consist of students with varying levels of knowledge, skills, and learning preferences. This multilevel nature brings both...
Jessica Hercules
Aug 19, 20243 min read
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