Posted in Ideas, Literature on 12. Jan, 2010
We all know that drama has been included in the list of literary texts for the new KBSM literature component. However, to most ESL (English as a second language) teachers in Malaysia, it is a new learning curve since not everyone is exposed to the genre during their training or studying years. Fear not, [...]
Posted in Lesson Plan, Skills, Writing on 12. Jan, 2010
A Form 4 lesson plan on the the teaching of argumentative essay. It gives ideas to teachers on how to use common daily topics like “Tuition: Good or Bad?” to expose students to the concept of argumentative essay.
Posted in Ideas, Literature on 07. Jan, 2010
This is the first of TESLMALAYSIA’s “Lite-Fun” Series (Literature: Light and Fun).
“I Wonder” by Jeannie Kirby is one of the poems included in the new literature component and it is a very interesting poem.
On first reading, it is rather apparent that the poem seems to be a “lament” by the persona on everything around [...]
Posted in Ideas, Literature on 07. Jan, 2010
As some of you might have noted, the literature component for KBSM has been updated with a complete new list of reading materials. There is still a lack of input on the novels though as some teachers have mentioned they might not be included. We’ll wait and see. At the mean time, TESLMALAYSIA.com will start [...]
Posted in Skills, Vocabulary, Writing on 07. Jan, 2010
This is a compilation of useful verbs and adjectives that can be given to your ESL students in helping them to describe. You can also create activities based on the words list.
Posted in Grammar, Lesson Plan, Reading, Skills on 07. Jan, 2010
A lesson plan on prepositions for intermediate Form 4 students. Focusing on reading, using games such as “Guess Me If You Can” and “Find me if you can”. The topic is Going Places.
Posted in Grammar, Technology, YouTube on 07. Jan, 2010
Jennifer from Pittsburgh has produced a magnificent channel on YouTube featuring useful video clips that can be used to explain complex concepts of English grammar. You can use the video as your teaching aid or get some inspiration on how to teach your students.
Posted in Technology on 02. Jan, 2010
Learning a second language is a challenging, but worthwhile goal. Good ESL software can make the difference between a positive, successful experience and a negative one. With a well–designed program and some motivation, you can learn English as a second language.
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