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"); arnews[0]="Benefits Of Children Learning English As A Second Language
"; arnews[0] += "There is a preponderance of evidence that points to the benefits of children learning English as a second language. However, choosing to raise a bilingual child is something that requires a great deal of thought, preparation, and time. As a result, it is a decision that is very personal and will affect the child's life for years to come. The following paragraphs will explain the benefits of children learning English as a second language and how online English courses provide what other programs may lack."; arnews[0] += "
Author : Andrew Abrahamson"; arnews[0] += "
"; arnews[1]="Discover How To Appeal To Your ESL Students
"; arnews[1] += "Learning English as a second or foreign language can be difficult for some students. There are several different ways to learn, and many people benefit from a wider approach than the traditional methods employed in most classrooms. Adding games and activities that appeal to all the different ESL learning styles along with your standard curriculum can transform your lessons and make the time more productive for all!"; arnews[1] += "
Author : Shelley Vernon"; arnews[1] += "
"; arnews[2]="Using Circle Time in ESL Classrooms
"; arnews[2] += "Many ESL teachers may not be familiar with the idea of circle time. It is a part of lesson, usually the first thing that you do, where the concepts are repeated on a daily (or weekly) basis. It's generally used in preschool or early elementary school classes, but it can be quite effective for use in the ESL classroom."; arnews[2] += "
Author : Shannon Tani"; arnews[2] += "
"; arnews[3]="5 Steps to an English Only Classroom
"; arnews[3] += "There are many benefits to having only English spoken in your ESL classroom. The most apparent thing right off the bat is the level of noise and chatter drops dramatically. All of a sudden, when students are required to use English, that hot topic they wanted to talk about doesnt seem so important. There are other, more substantial benefits to an English only classroom."; arnews[3] += "
Author : Eric"; arnews[3] += "
"; arnews[4]="ESL Role-Play
"; arnews[4] += "Learning a language is a complex and long process as anyone who has tried will agree. One of the most difficult and frustrating things is making the transition from the classroom to the 'real' world. In the classroom, everyone knows you are a student and mistakes are allowed, and the environment is contained and safe."; arnews[4] += "
Author : George Stocker"; arnews[4] += "
"; arnews[5]="What Do All the ESL Acronyms Mean?
"; arnews[5] += "Every industry has its acronyms and Teaching English is no exception. If you are new to the world of language teaching, you may very well find these a tad confusing. Let me run through most of the acronyms you are likely to come across in ads for teachers and education articles:"; arnews[5] += "
Author : Dr. Robert W. F. Taylor"; arnews[5] += "
"; arnews[6]="Addressing Virtual World Scepticism (Second Life)
"; arnews[6] += "Addresses virtual world scepticism regarding steep learning curves, in particular the array of challenges confronted in Second Life by language learners/teachers..."; arnews[6] += "
Author : Kip Yellowjacket"; arnews[6] += "
"; arnews[7]="How To Be An Entertaining ESL Teacher
"; arnews[7] += "When I first started teaching English abroad my students sometimes complained that my classes were boring. Most beginning teachers get those kind of complaints. It actually took me about a year and a half, even close to two years, before I got beyond that stage."; arnews[7] += "
Author : David Cramer"; arnews[7] += "
"; arnews[8]="Educators Report Immersion is Making our Children Ill
"; arnews[8] += "No child, not yours, not mine, nor the child of someone we do not even know, should ever have to go off to school feeling anxious. Perhaps it is the first day of the school year jitters or knowing that you will have to take a spelling test for which you are not prepared. Nervousness over school does happen some days for some children."; arnews[8] += "
Author : Beth Butler"; arnews[8] += "
"; arnews[9]="Tips For Teaching Reluctant Readers and ESL Students
"; arnews[9] += "Get Their Attention in 5 Easy Steps - Tips For Teaching Reluctant Readers and ESL Students"; arnews[9] += "
Author : Dorit Sasson"; arnews[9] += "
"; arnews[10]="7 Major Factors to Consider During Language Translation
"; arnews[10] += "Translation is an important factor in bringing people and businesses across the world closer together. Etymologically speaking, "translation" refers to "bringing across" or "carrying across". Thus, with the help of translation, one can break language barriers which often hamper effective communication."; arnews[10] += "
Author : Albert Carter"; arnews[10] += "
"; arnews[11]="Second Language Learning Theories, Myths and Facts
"; arnews[11] += "Second language learning refers to the learning of a new language besides the native language. There are many second language learning theories that aim to explain the way second language is learnt and which approach is the best. A brief explanation of these theories is presented."; arnews[11] += "
Author : Gavin Wright"; arnews[11] += "
"; arnews[12]="Fun Facts About Malaysia - Education Transformed the Country!
"; arnews[12] += "From an economical perspective, Malaysia is one of the most industrialized countries on the continent of Asia. By the 1970s and 1980s, the economy was highly developed and Malaysia boasted one of the highest economic growth rates on the planet. By that time, it expanded its educational system very fast."; arnews[12] += "
Author : Alejandro Guevara Onofre"; arnews[12] += "
"; arnews[13]="How I Succeeded With a Lower Performing ESL Student
"; arnews[13] += "The lower performing ESL student needs two important things to reach success - a good solid reading program and lots of opportunities for positive reinforcement. Making a remedial reading class work is just like any other class, only the rate of success is sometimes too often slower and not always easily felt amongst the ESL teacher."; arnews[13] += "
Author : Dorit Sasson"; arnews[13] += "
"; arnews[14]="How to Use Songs For Teaching English
"; arnews[14] += "ESL teachers can use songs for teaching English to their students with great success. ESL songs can bring energy to the classroom, boost students' confidence, and provide a much needed active learning experience for younger students who may become easily bored or distracted."; arnews[14] += "
Author : Shelley Vernon"; arnews[14] += "
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