Yes, you might think you know everything about ESL, but I have found yet another (nearly) comprehensive ESL related website. Yes, I know, there a lots of websites out there, some are private and some are related to universities or agencies. Here's one that...

I teach a lot of writing classes. If there is one thing that can make the biggest difference in someone's life, it is the thrill of seeing one's own words and thoughts published and shared with the world.

Writing can be very intimidating. My students tend to veer from being overly clinical to embarrassingly personal.

And then there is the dreaded 'writer's block' where all ideas seem to....

Poetry is the art of compressing the most meaning into the fewest number of words. One poet I have been reading for many years is W.S. Merwin. Merwin was just chosen...

I love the English language for exactly the same reason I, and many others, find it frustrating. There are multiple words for almost any...

Ever wonder how the English language got to your particular corner of the world? Or puzzle over some of the odd sounding words that make up the moving parts of our language? If you have any of these questions, I have a website for you. This site traces the various routes.....

Want to travel the world but find that you have more time than money? I have found the perfect venture for those who want to travel, do good work, meet interesting people, learn new things, and perhaps most importantly....

I don't know about you, but I am always looking for new sources of information and unique approaches to learning. I love films, bit it can be difficult to find films that are long enough to tell an interesting story, but short enough to...

Personal pronouns can get very confusing. "Between You And Me or I" is a very common problem area. So which is it? Well......

One of the aspects I like best about working with international students - or in international situations - is learning new things. One way to do it on a budget is with films - especially films online. One great resource is...

Looking for a single source with piles of resources and useful links? I found...

"Learning English Can Be Enjoyable" - that was the title of a series of books and recordings I worked for several years ago in China. Yes, learning English (or any language) can be enjoyable. English in particular has a wealth of resources and approaches that help both teachers and learners. Here are just a few....

Looking for some inspirational teachers? Want to see how some of the best teachers from some of the best universities in the world connect with their students? If you are.....

Learning the vocabulary of a language is difficult enough, but when the language itself shifts and changes, it can make you want to...

There are many grammar and language related websites. Some deal with vocabulary, some with usage...

Everyone I know loves, hates, uses or avoids using social media. Whether it is Myspace, Twitter, Facebook, Youtube or...