LibGuides: English for Speakers of Other Languages: Teaching Resources

Teaching Resources

The EFL Playhouse
EFL Playhouse is a small and easy to navigate Web site with practical suggestions for the ESOL teacher. The scope of the language activities include chants, fingerplays, games, songs, tongue twisters, and even recipes for arts and craft supplies. Additionally there is also a section on phonemic awareness and a discussion board.
Englishclub.com
This large site includes 24 different sections with links especially dedicated to learners and teachers of English as a Second Language. At this site you will find activities, games, exams, homework assignments, lesson plans and handouts for teachers to use in the classroom. Available through this site are links to pronunciation guides, grammar rules, jokes, and vocabulary activities for reference, business, and leisure use. Self-paced, interactive learning tools and a forum are also included.
ESL Flow
ESL flow is a valuable, easy to use Web site that offers teaching ideas, lesson plans, and activities appropriate at the elementary, pre-intermediate, and intermediate levels to improve ESL speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing classes. This site contains a resource section for additional ideas, creative works, and links to articles on pedagogy, guides, grammars, and other popular sites such as sample tests for the Cambridge Certificate.
Pizzaz! A Resource for Scribblers and Teachers of English as a Second Language
Created by an ESL instructor, this site offers creative writing activities and oral storytelling activities with printable handouts to assist ESL learners in strengthening their English skills. The site provides the K-12 ESL teacher with ready-made lesson plans and activities in the areas of poetry and fiction. Other noteworthy highlights include a section on publishing opportunities to enhance students' motivation and a "Bag of All Tricks" section, which contains several "ice-breakers".
Rong-Chang's ESL Menu
This Web site is a good starting point for the ESL teacher. Be warned there are many commercial links and focus on the topics listed in the left frame. There are sections for listening, reading, writing, games, business English, kids English, idioms and more. Teachers will also find useful links for grammar, vocabulary and quizzes.
TEFL.Net
This Web site is designed to provide resources for TEFL/TESL professionals. Users can find sections dedicated to lesson tips and activities, worksheets, tutorials, book reviews, a Web Guide and articles of their electronic magazine "Inspire! Ezine." Visitors may learn about TEFL/TESL qualifications and additional travel information; participate in forums with electronic posting boards to discuss teaching issues and may post resumes; and see job advertisements from all over the world.
TESOL Online
TESOL provides information and links to form a network of teachers and specialists who can exchange ideas and support each other. TESOL is also sensitive to legal issues and their impact on education. The site offers a section with placement and career services in the fields of ESL and EFL, both nationally and internationally. In addition, it offers a series of columns, articles, and submissions by TESOL members. Another feature available online is "Standards & Initiatives".
Stanford CLAD ELL Module
Provides free copies of the course materials that the Stanford Online CLAD Program from 2003 to 2012. This program certified over 2,500 teachers in California.
Series Engaging ELLs in Academic Conversations
Video series focused on helping teachers find ways to engage English Language Learners in academic conversations. Subscription required after the first video.