Showing posts with label ELL. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ELL. Show all posts

Wednesday, March 25, 2020

10 Lesser Known iPad Apps To Learn English Language ◯ ebookfriendly

10 Lesser Known iPad Apps To Learn English Language
ebookfriendly: 2.25.2020 by Piotr Kowlczyk

Are you determined to improve your English speaking and writing skills?

Check out these helpful but lesser-known iPad and iPhone apps:

Recommended iPad apps to learn English

eGrammar – the best way to practice English tenses
eJoy – advanced video-based app for learning English
Oxford English Grammar – grammar rules in one place
Hello – learn English from your mother tongue
ABA English – the most advanced way to learn English

Instead of popular language learning iPad and iPhone apps, find in this list only the one that are most helpful to master English language at every level.

You can find several English learning courses online (and some of them are free, at least to a certain extent), but why sit at the computer every time you have a few spare minutes for personal development?

Your iPad and iPhone can be a great companion in your determination to improve your English, no matter what level you are currently at.

The thing is that most round-ups of language learning apps for iOS include the ones that help learn multiple languages, and English is only one of them. Most of these apps are addressed to native English speakers who would like to learn or master a new language.

Instead of featuring popular language learning apps you already know about, such as Duolingo or apps offered by British Council or BBC, we’ve focused on lesser-known apps that don’t appear on the top of search results in the App Store.

Many of the apps that are featured in other roundups have not been updated for a long time. We list only the ones that were added or updated in recent months. They are compatible with the latest version of iOS, and use the latest language learning technology.  READ MORE ➤➤

Based on (7) readability formulas:
Grade Level: 12
Reading Level: fairly difficult to read.
Reader's Age: 17-18 yrs. Old
(Twelfth graders)

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Orange County Library :: English Language Learning Expert Robert Bouton McDougal Opens Free Adult Literacy Classes :: Costa Mesa Library

Costa Mesa
Donald Dungan Library

English Language Learning Expert Robert Bouton McDougal Opens Free Adult Literacy Classes in Costa Mesa, CA
EIN News: 9.23.2019

The Robert McDougal English Language Institute is proud to announce the launch of a free series of ESL classes at the new library in Costa Mesa, CA. The classes will be offered to non-native English speakers and other community members free of charge beginning in the fall of 2019.

Classes will cover everyday English language essentials. Students will be expected to attend every class, as small group and paired work will be key to the course series. While courses will be focused primarily on everyday conversation, breakout seminars will cover public speaking, technology, manners and etiquette, emergency/crisis situations, confidence, nonverbal communication, pop culture terminology, and one “wild card” area of focus selected by the group of students.

“There are many English language learners in Costa Mesa,” Robert McDougal shares of the growing need for low-cost ESL classes in the area. “Additionally, Southern California is home to a diverse population, including immigrants and many low-income individuals and families. These courses will help community members learn together in a safe, supportive, and fun environment from qualified ESL instructors who have years of education and experience under their belt.”

The new Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library opened in May 2019, after the old Costa Mesa Technology Library closed. The new location, says McDougal, is in many ways the ideal spot for the new program.

“Libraries are essential to public health, education, community spirit, and well-being,” Robert Bouton McDougal says. “The new library in Costa Mesa is the perfect example of a community coming together around valuable free and low-cost resources. My team of ESL instructors is so proud to bring this service to the community.”

Robert Bouton McDougal is an experienced ESL instructor who has developed ELL/ESL curriculum for a number of schools and learning centers over the course of his decade of English language instruction. McDougal boasts both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in ESL pedagogy. He has worked with students of all ages as a classroom instructor, small group teacher, and private tutor to achieve their full potential in English fluency, confidence, and public speaking. Robert McDougal is also certified in TESOL instruction.

Robert Bouton McDougal will be delivering the classes with six other instructors beginning in October 2019. Interested participants ages 18 and over can sign up for classes now by heading to the form available at the Robert McDougal English Language Institute website. A similar series for non-native English speaking children and teens will be offered at the library in the spring.

Monday, July 3, 2017

Tutor Resources :: All Things Topics | BrainPop | Enchanted Learning | Idea Finder | LOC Everyday Mysteries | Nature Play Queensland | VOA News Learning English

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Superlatives from SCLLN

resource for practicing reading, writing,
speaking, listening and vocabulary!



Animated Educational Site for Kids
Science, Social Studies, English, Math,
Arts & Music, Health, and Technology


educational web sites and games designed
to stimulate creativity, learning, enjoyment, and imagination.


stories behind the world's greatest inventors
and great inventions


answers to these and many other of life’s
most interesting questions


increase the time Queensland kids spend
in unstructured play outdoors and in nature.



Words and Their Stories
A Way to Learn American English and Much More

Sunday, June 25, 2017

Tutor Resources :: Explain That Stuff | Gizmo Highway | Heads Up English | My English Pages | National Geographic Education

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Superlatives from SCLLN

Science and Technology Hard stuff... made simple


bringing together technologies; past, present & future




lesson plans based on the news.
ESL materials for speaking, listening, vocabulary, and grammar


Free grammar, vocabulary and speaking lessons, exercises, tests


This Day: background info & vocabulary
about events for every day of the year
@NatGeoEducation

Saturday, June 17, 2017

Tutor Resources :: 5 Minute English | Anglomaniacy | ESL Reading Lessons | Film English | TED 4 ESL | Vocabulary.com

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Superlatives from SCLLN

helping you learn English with short easy exercises




lots of online lessons, activities, games, songs
and hundreds of printable worksheets


lessons read online with  questions about what they have read




lesson plans designed around short films


ESL lesson plans and worksheets that are based on TED Talks



learn new words, play games that improve vocabulary, and explore language

Saturday, June 10, 2017

Tutor Resources | Literacy | Reading | Books | Writing | ESL | ELL | Vocabulary | Listening

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Superlatives from SCLLN

Explore a little piece of history everyday with This Day in History posts.
@amhistorymuseum


Graded news lessons in 7 levels on current events.





Ready-to-print handouts for English lessons on holidays around the world.




Daily and monthly noteworthy topics with related links to recommended ESL worksheets and activities!




Rhymes Lyrics and poems Synonyms Phrases
Idioms Example sentences.


Saturday, June 3, 2017

Tutor Resources :: Literacy | Reading | Books | Writing | ESL | ELL | Vocabulary | Listening

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Superlatives from SCLLN

Daily Writing Prompts | Leveled Reading Articles | Lesson Ideas




BBC Learning English

6 Minute English

English at University | English at Work | News Report
The English We Speak | LingoHack | 6 Minute English
Pronunciation | Drama | Words in the News


Each day, an intriguing Wonder
to explore in a variety of ways


Topics & videos for  strategies, programs,
and resources





“Your English Window to the world.” (2013)
Daily Podcast | Subject Archives | Phrases


Choose one or a few dates during the year to raise
awareness about the social issues that most move you.
Kids | Youth | Adults | Calendar | Quotes | Heroes | Stories

Saturday, April 1, 2017

Poetry :: Tutor Resources | Literacy | Reading | Books | Writing | ESL | ELL | Vocabulary | Listening

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Superlatives from SCLLN

April is National Poetry Month.
Celebrate with lesson plans, activities, and more!



An easy way to celebrate #NationalPoetryMonth
is with blackout poetry.



Get ready for National Poetry Month, which starts tomorrow!
Here are 30 ways to celebrate — 1 for every day:



Get ready for National Poetry Month
with this great activity from Edutopia writer



Exploring the importance and beauty of words
through Blackout Poetry



An Exploration Into FOund Poetry



Creative poetry pairings to engage your
students’ curiosity and spark rich discussions



LESSON PACKS: Poetry Introduction