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Back in the classroom
In this post, I explore the unique challenges and rewards of teaching English in Germany, from classroom experiences to career reflections.
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Social reading to engage with global issues
Struggling to discuss global issues in language class? Social reading & annotation can help! This post explores an activity using real-world texts to spark deeper discussions & critical thinking. Learn how to bring global issues to life in your classroom!
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Building community through group discussions
Discover how group discussions in English classrooms can enhance learning experiences and foster competence and community among students.
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What is a Lexile Level anyway?
There are many different ways to measure how easy or difficult a text is to read, and the Lexile Level system is one tool you can use to compare the difficulty of a text with other texts.
English by Crystal
All things teaching and learning English
This is how it all started…
My journey began with a curiosity about the world. With a decade of experience in the English classroom, I bring a wide range of expertise to my work. And I hope to share it with you here!
Crystal Rose-Wainstock
English Instructor