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Marisa_C
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11:00 PM
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Hello all #ELTchat friends we are about to get started - all present and raring to go?
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lu_bodeman
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11:01 PM
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Me too! #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:01 PM
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Tweetdeck acting up - haveing a bit of a laf - hope I don't stay behind #ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:01 PM
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@Marisa_C I am ready but will get a Ginger Beer so will be back very shortly. #ELTChat
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analuisalozano
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11:02 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: Welcome to #ELTchat - we are discussing homework this evening and @ShellTerrell and myself will be your moderators
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ShellTerrell
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11:02 PM
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For the next hour my tweets dedicated to #ELTChat Topic: What can we call an effective piece of homework?
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evab2001
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11:02 PM
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@Marisa_C ready :) #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:02 PM
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Welcome to #ELTChat @Marisa_C & I your moderators! Plz join us as we chat about: What can we call an effective piece of homework?
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hartle
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11:02 PM
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I thought we were discussing realistic expectations and levels ??? #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:02 PM
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Welcome to #ELTchat - we are discussing homework this evening and @ShellTerrell and myself will be your moderators
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aClilToClimb
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11:02 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: TESOL Webinar – Learning to Engage the Parents of your Students http://t.co/LwPcpKf #esl #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:03 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: What time of the day is it where you are in world please - before we start ? #ELTchat - It's 11:3 P.M. in Athens Greece
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Marisa_C
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11:03 PM
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What time of the day is it where you are in world please - before we start ? #ELTchat - It's 11:3 P.M. in Athens Greece
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ShellTerrell
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11:04 PM
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Do you believe homework is important for English language learners? Why? #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:04 PM
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@naomishema ho ho i mistyped the time too! #eltchat
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HerreraVeronica
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11:04 PM
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@Marisa_C It's 5:03 PM here in Buenos Aires, Argentina #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:04 PM
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@Marisa_C It's 3:04pm in Texas :-) #ELTchat
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hartle
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11:04 PM
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In Italy it's 10 pm #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:04 PM
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@Marisa_C I'm in the UK, so it's 21:03 #ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:04 PM
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@Marisa_C #eltchat - Same time in Israel! except we say 23:03!
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theteacherjames
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11:05 PM
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@Marisa_C It's 10pm in Brussels. #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11:05 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Do you believe homework is important for English language learners? Why? #ELTChat > Good opening question Shell
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sandymillin
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11:05 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: Tonight's chat will be moderated by @ShellTerrell and @Marisa_C - Please make sure you use the hashtag #ELTchat for all your tweets
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katekidney
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11:05 PM
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Good evening everyone! #ELTchat
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hartle
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11:06 PM
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I believe hmwrk essential but I think of it as preclass preparation or follow on work #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:06 PM
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@ShellTerrell depends on what the HW is as to how effective it is! #ELTChat
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naomishema
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11:06 PM
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#eltchat SS need a lot of exposure to the lang. and practice. but effective h.w should be short and to the point!
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analuisalozano
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11:06 PM
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@Marisa_C Hi! it's 3:08 pm in Ecuador. #ELTCHAT
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sandymillin
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11:06 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Do you believe homework is important for English language learners? Why? #ELTChat<yes =need to practise constantly, but...
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ShellTerrell
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11:06 PM
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I provide various options 4 hmwk & do think its important to motivate learners to practice English outside the classrm #Eltchat
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katekidney
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11:06 PM
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10:02 PM Brno, the Czech Republic #ELTchat
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HerreraVeronica
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11:07 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: I provide various options 4 hmwk & do think its important to motivate learners to practice English outside the classrm #Eltchat
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katekidney
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11:07 PM
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Homework provides more time for students to learn! #ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:07 PM
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@hartle #eltchat prblem with h.w as preclass as what to with those who haven't done it
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Marisa_C
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11:07 PM
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RT @hartle: I believe hmwrk essential but I think of it as preclass preparation or follow on work #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:07 PM
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I agree! RT @sandymillin: depends on what the HW is as to how effective it is! #ELTChat
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HerreraVeronica
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11:07 PM
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HW is important to reinforce what's been learnt in class #ELTchat
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lu_bodeman
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11:07 PM
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Same time as @Raquel_EFL ... 5pm in Recife. #eltchat
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teacherhigor
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11:07 PM
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@thornburyscott Does this guy deserve a pat on the back? He used to coach South Africa: http://t.co/tLAA9Rp #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:08 PM
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There is research suggesting homework ibeneficial but there is also research suggesting TOO much or rote HW opposite effect #ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:08 PM
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RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat hw essential true but better if relevant, not just do page 43 of workbook....
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ljp2010
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11:08 PM
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#ELTchat hw essential true but better if relevant, not just do page 43 of workbook....
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lu_bodeman
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11:08 PM
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HW is important for consolidation and further development. #eltchat
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jurylady
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11:08 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: What time of the day is it where you are in world please - before we start ? #ELTchat - It's 11:3 P.M. in Athens Greece
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sandymillin
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11:08 PM
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RT @katekidney: Homework provides more time for students to learn! #ELTchat<biggest benefit IMO. gives them thinking time
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ShellTerrell
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11:09 PM
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RT @sandymillin: RT @katekidney: Homework provides more time for students to learn! #ELTchat<biggest benefit IMO. gives them thinking time
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mrkempnz
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11:09 PM
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@Marisa_C #ELTchat - it is 8.10am here in Dunedin, New Zealand - welcome :) http://t.co/WmPke7k
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ShellTerrell
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11:09 PM
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Agree! RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat hw essential true but better if relevant, not just do page 43 of workbook....
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ShellTerrell
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11:09 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: There is research suggesting homework ibeneficial but there is also research suggesting TOO much or rote HW opposite effect #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:09 PM
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Great question! RT @Raquel_EFL: #ELTCHAT What kind of HW do you set?
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HerreraVeronica
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11:09 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: There is research suggesting homework ibeneficial but there is also research suggesting TOO much or rote HW opposite effect #ELTchat
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Smacclintic
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11:10 PM
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Great chat about homework going on at #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:10 PM
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Wonderful to know where you all are and what time of day it is for you #ELTchat thanks!
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ELTExperiences
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11:10 PM
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@Marisa_C I like to provide homework if sts request it. If they do, I usually ask how much homework they want. #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:10 PM
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RT @HerreraVeronica: HW is important to reinforce what's been learnt in class #ELTchat
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sandymillin
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11:10 PM
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@Marisa_C I think the amount is variable and should in a way be up to the student. they should all do some but choose how long #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:10 PM
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Great point! RT @naomishema: #eltchat prblem with h.w as preclass as what to with those who haven't done it
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ShellTerrell
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11:10 PM
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For language learners, hmwk provides the opportunity to apply the language learned within a real context #ELTChat
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ljp2010
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11:10 PM
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#ELTchat some fave hw i've done from my spanish class - photo stories, spansih-spanish dictionary, making a newspaper, project stuff
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sandymillin
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11:10 PM
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@annapires I think HW should work differently for kids at school and adults 'only' doing English classes #ELTChat
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ELTExperiences
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11:10 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Great question! RT @Raquel_EFL: #ELTCHAT What kind of HW do you set?
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Marisa_C
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11:10 PM
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Can we begin first by discussing the AMOUNT of hw we set to Ss - how long do u think Ss should spend on their hwk #ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:11 PM
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I like to refer to homework as self-study. Homework has too many negative connotations. #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:11 PM
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@ELTExperiences Good ploy Martin - becz of course they won't do it unless they have a say - is that the rationale? :-) #ELTChat
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katekidney
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11:11 PM
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It was said that if the homework is half done at school students are more likely finish it at home. True?#ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:11 PM
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#eltchat I've begun giving short h.w once a week, online, something highlighting one particular element, and that is it!
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SaroltaGV
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11:11 PM
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RT @paulmaglione: Via Luke Meddings on FB: Free The World From Coursebook English (Guardian). #esl #efl #elt #eltchat http://t.co/9Y8wT88
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ShellTerrell
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11:12 PM
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Absolutely agree! Grt pt! RT @Raquel_EFL: #ELTCHAT I think it is crucial to know our stds's routine and plan achievable pieces of HW.
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Marisa_C
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11:12 PM
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@sandymillin Should it vary according to age and level too? For example - with very young learners - more than 10 - 15 mins worth? #ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:12 PM
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@ShellTerrell #eltchat DON"T grade h.w!!!!!
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pivotalpaul
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11:12 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: I like to refer to homework as self-study. Homework has too many negative connotations. #ELTChat
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ljp2010
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11:12 PM
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#ELTchat As a student, I won't do it if it's boring or I think it's irrelevant to me. Teacher's worst nightmare!
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ShellTerrell
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11:12 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: I like to refer to homework as self-study. Homework has too many negative connotations. #ELTChat
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naomishema
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11:12 PM
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@katekidney #eltchat - i think that's true only with elementary school kids. But kids do need an example!
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ShellTerrell
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11:12 PM
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Do you grade homework? My hmwk is optional & I tell my Ss it's for their benefit! Majority complete it each time #ELTChat
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PrettyButWise
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11:12 PM
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@marisa_c @eltexperiences sorry I can't make it :( next week promise #eltchat
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analuisalozano
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11:13 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Do you grade homework? My hmwk is optional & I tell my Ss it's for their benefit! Majority complete it each time #ELTChat
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ELTExperiences
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11:13 PM
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@PrettyButWise @marisa_c see you next week. ;0) #ELTChat
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naomishema
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11:13 PM
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@ShellTerrell #eltchat - I've been following you, busy you!
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SueAnnan
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11:13 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Do you grade homework? My hmwk is optional & I tell my Ss it's for their benefit! Majority complete it each time #ELTChat
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awadsworthOHSU
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11:13 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: I like to refer to homework as self-study. Homework has too many negative connotations. #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:13 PM
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RT @sandymillin: @Marisa_C it depends on what the HW is. don't think VYLs should really have HW - they need time to play #ELTchat
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sandymillin
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11:13 PM
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@Marisa_C it depends on what the HW is. don't think VYLs should really have HW - they need time to play #ELTchat
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Smacclintic
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11:13 PM
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@ShellTerrell I concur! Grading homework is problematic #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:13 PM
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@PrettyButWise oh no worries - you'll catch up on the transcripts and summary #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:13 PM
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@naomishema Me neither! Nice to see you! I've missed you! #ELTChat
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ELTExperiences
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11:13 PM
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@Marisa_C that is exactly the case. I attempt to promote student autonomy when they are motivated not the other way round. #ELTChat
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eyespeakbrasil
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11:13 PM
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RT @CELT_Athens: Follow our #DELTA course in October - 8 weeks to prepare you for all 3 Modules http://t.co/j6CkH8e for dates & tuition #elt #efl #ELTchat
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DinaDobrou
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11:13 PM
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RT @CELT_Athens: Follow our #DELTA course in October - 8 weeks to prepare you for all 3 Modules http://t.co/j6CkH8e for dates & tuition #elt #efl #ELTchat
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hartle
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11:14 PM
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Like Khan academy idea of flipping classroom: hmwk theory classwork experimentation http://t.co/3iuJKYT #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:14 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: I provide various options 4 hmwk & do think its important to motivate Ss to practice English outside the classrm #Eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:14 PM
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I try to make homework fun & relevant to their experiences! They have choices! #ELTChat
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ljp2010
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11:14 PM
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#ELTchat@sandymillin can't the hw be a kind of play?
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daveandcori
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11:14 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: I agree! RT @sandymillin: depends on what the HW is as to how effective it is! #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:14 PM
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@Raquel_EFL Good point Raquel - children are driven from class to class to ballet etc - they need time to play too #ELTCHAT
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sandymillin
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11:14 PM
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@annapires that's what I mean - think kids should have sth 'fun' like colouring / drawing. adults perhaps have more motivation #ELTchat
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hartle
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11:15 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: RT @sandymillin: @Marisa_C it depends on what the HW is...#ELTchat Age important factor and schedules too
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analuisalozano
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11:15 PM
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@ShellTerrell I grade homework in class ... I do not like sending homework to Ss except that related to researching #eltchat
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lu_bodeman
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11:15 PM
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@ShellTerrell How old/What level are your students, Shelly #eltchat (question mark not working on this keyboard) #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:15 PM
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@ljp2010 @sandymillin and HW can be a project of weeks/months so there is no pressure: "do this by tomoz" attitude #ELTChat
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Smacclintic
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11:15 PM
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I was able to run my genetics class last spring with NO homework w/o decrease in "rigor" #ELTChat
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naomishema
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11:15 PM
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#eltchat - the funny thing I've discovered is that at least some of the SS take the lessons more seriously since I've started h.w online
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katekidney
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11:15 PM
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Sometimes it is not a bad idea to let the students decide what they would do themselves for the next lesson - and ask them about it!#ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:15 PM
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What guidelines make hmwk effective? Let's come up with a list for teachers to use this school yr! #ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:16 PM
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#eltchat @ELTExperiences I give limits on how long can be delayed. I've had bad experience - "manyana" turns into "never"
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analuisalozano
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11:16 PM
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@Marisa_C @ShellTerrell Yes, it is! #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:16 PM
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For kids I provide games to reinforce what we learned in class! Here's how its listed in our wiki http://t.co/BQVg9eD #eltchat #yl
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ELTExperiences
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11:16 PM
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@analuisalozano @ShellTerrell I like to get sts to mark each other's HW. Promotes learner correction, education and autonomy. #ELTChat
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ljp2010
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11:16 PM
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#ELTchat guidelines... variety is a key point for me and agree w/-ELT experiences re: no deadline... course i often have them tho
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Marisa_C
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11:16 PM
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@ShellTerrell hw should be challenging and motivating but achievable #ELTchat
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hartle
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11:16 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: RT @ShellTerrell: I provide various options 4 hmwk & do think its important to motivate Ss to practice English outside the classrm #Eltchat
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little_miss_glo
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11:16 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: I try to make homework fun & relevant to their experiences! They have choices! #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:16 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: What guidelines make hmwk effective? Let's come up with a list for teachers to use this school yr! #ELTchat
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lu_bodeman
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11:16 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: RT @ShellTerrell: I provide various options 4 hmwk & do think its important to motivate Ss to practice English outside the classrm #Eltchat
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naomishema
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11:17 PM
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#eltchat @SueAnnan What age do you teach? A lot of adolescents think its not cool to do something optional
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analuisalozano
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11:17 PM
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RT @little_miss_glo: RT @ShellTerrell: I try to make homework fun & relevant to their experiences! They have choices! #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:17 PM
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RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat guidelines... variety is a key point for me and agree w/-ELT experiences re: no deadline... course i often have them tho
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Marisa_C
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11:17 PM
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Criteria for hw - challenging but achievable #eltchat - also> Ss should have choice - re topic and level of difficulty - see mixed ability
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little_miss_glo
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11:17 PM
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RT @adricarv: I think individual learning styles should also be taken into account #ELTchat // agreed, no reason for every1 2 do same thing
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ljp2010
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11:17 PM
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#ELTchat@SueAnnan i'm sure you spell out the benefit of doing it. clear aims made explicit help
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ShellTerrell
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11:17 PM
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Great point! RT @adricarv: I think individual learning styles should also be taken into account #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:17 PM
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Agree! RT @Marisa_C: Homework should be challenging and motivating but achievable #ELTchat
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adricarv
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11:17 PM
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I think individual learning styles should also be taken into account #ELTchat
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SueAnnan
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11:18 PM
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@naomishema I teach adults and big teens #eltchat
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hartle
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11:18 PM
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RT @analuisalozano: @ShellTerrell #eltchat I use Markin to work on written work with a corr. code then stds can correct own work # eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:18 PM
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RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat As a student, I won't do it if it's boring or I think it's irrelevant to me. Teacher's worst nightmare!
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sandymillin
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11:18 PM
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RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat As a student, I won't do it if it's boring or I think it's irrelevant to me. Teacher's worst nightmare!
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aleixa
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11:18 PM
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What is #ELTchat? I saw a good RT earlier from my feed, and the @ELTChat profile/site doesn't say what it stands for..?
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SueAnnan
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11:18 PM
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@ljp2010 I do. But they are adults and I don't force the issue #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:18 PM
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RT @annapires: @Marisa_C @sandymillin Does 20 minutes of HW sound right for a Grade 2 student? < article in the Globe&Mail http://t.co/3mPS33s #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:19 PM
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These are homework tasks I have given to my adult English language learners in their wiki http://t.co/Ag83w4t #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:19 PM
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RT @sandymillin: @ShellTerrell HW is effective is SS can see the point of it, rather than HW for the sake of HW #ELTchat
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sandymillin
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11:19 PM
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RT @naomishema: #eltchat - I've discovered that at least some of the SS take the lessons more seriously since I've started h.w online <me 2
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katekidney
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11:19 PM
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If students resist to any kind of HW, it should be included into their final mark or the course evaluation! #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11:19 PM
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RT @sandymillin: @ShellTerrell HW is effective is SS can see the point of it, rather than HW for the sake of HW #ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:19 PM
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RT @sandymillin: @ShellTerrell HW is effective is SS can see the point of it, rather than HW for the sake of HW #ELTchat
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sandymillin
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11:19 PM
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@ShellTerrell HW is effective is SS can see the point of it, rather than HW for the sake of HW #ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:19 PM
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Edmodo (http://j.mp/ZkQ5F) is a useful tool to share homework/selfstudy amongst students. Provides a platform to share ideas, etc. #ELTChat
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naomishema
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11:19 PM
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@hartle #eltchat what is Markin?
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SueAnnan
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11:20 PM
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@little_miss_glo I've got a go-slow too #ELTChat
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SueAnnan
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11:20 PM
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@little_miss_glo I've got a go-slow too #ELTChat
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katekidney
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11:20 PM
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Homework online is gr8!#ELTchat
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katekidney
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11:20 PM
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Homework online is gr8!#ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11:20 PM
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We use wikis too for our adult Ss to upload their hwk which also includes presentations prezis etc #ELTchat
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LiamDunphy
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11:20 PM
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β€@Marisa_C: What time of the day is it where you are in world please - #ELTchat - It's 11:3 P.M. in Athens Greeceβ€ > 6:20am Sydney, Australia
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little_miss_glo
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11:20 PM
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Me too RT @ELTExperiences: The #ELTChat is slowing down in Tweetdeck, anyone else having problems?
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ELTExperiences
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11:20 PM
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The #ELTChat is slowing down in Tweetdeck, anyone else having problems?
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theteacherjames
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11:20 PM
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RT @SueAnnan: I always offer homework and tell my students it's optional. Most of them do it - Me too. #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:20 PM
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RT @sandymillin: HW is effective is SS can see the point of it, rather than HW for the sake of HW #ELTchat guideline
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Marisa_C
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11:20 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: These are homework tasks I have given to my adult English language learners in their wiki http://t.co/CRaOm88 #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:21 PM
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@LiamDunphy Hey bonjour! #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:21 PM
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#eltchat @lu_bodeman I've taught 2yr-olds to 80 yr-olds :-). I find a wiki full of outside exploration activities motivates them a lot
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hartle
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11:21 PM
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RT @naomishema: @hartle #eltchat what is Markin? Software http://t.co/uikwl8r costs abt €20 but worth it
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drdjohnson
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11:21 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: I provide games to reinforce what we learned in class! Here's how its listed in our wiki http://t.co/0wD21ez #eltchat #yl
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Marisa_C
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11:21 PM
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Sorru @AlexandraKouk is not here 4 this one - she is responsible for our student wiki work #Eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:21 PM
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Sorru @AlexandraKouk is not here 4 this one - she is responsible for our student wiki work #Eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:21 PM
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#eltchat As a SS, I leave HW to the last minute. I've been trying to post sites SS can use on Edmodo and show in class rather than set HW
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sandymillin
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11:21 PM
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#eltchat As a SS, I leave HW to the last minute. I've been trying to post sites SS can use on Edmodo and show in class rather than set HW
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Catherineku1972
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11:21 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: I like to refer to homework as self-study. Homework has too many negative connotations. #ELTChat
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Catherineku1972
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11:21 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: I like to refer to homework as self-study. Homework has too many negative connotations. #ELTChat
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naomishema
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11:21 PM
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#eltchat can't stress @sandymillin point enough - SS have to see the point of what they are doing in everything. not always easy to do...
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naomishema
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11:21 PM
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#eltchat can't stress @sandymillin point enough - SS have to see the point of what they are doing in everything. not always easy to do...
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analuisalozano
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11:22 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Agree! RT @Marisa_C: Homework should be challenging and motivating but achievable #ELTchat
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lu_bodeman
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11:22 PM
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RT @sandymillin: @ShellTerrell HW is effective is SS can see the point of it, rather than HW for the sake of HW #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:22 PM
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RT @analuisalozano: If we need 2 send hw to ss 2 consolidate or research, it should b tested orally so u know if it gets purpose #eltchat
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analuisalozano
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11:22 PM
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RT @little_miss_glo: RT @adricarv: I think individual learning styles should also be taken into account #ELTchat // agreed, no reason for every1 2 do same thing
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hartle
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11:22 PM
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RT @sandymillin: RT @naomishema: #eltchat - I've discovered that at least some of the SS take the lessons more seriously since I've started h.w online <me 2
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ELTExperiences
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11:22 PM
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I like to reduce the affective filter and as such no pressure on homework whether it's presentations, grammar exercises, writing #ELTChat
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little_miss_glo
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11:22 PM
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Human nature, I think. But I think the key is making it not feel like HW! RT @sandymillin: #eltchat As a SS, I leave HW to the last minute.
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ShellTerrell
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11:23 PM
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RT @sandymillin: #eltchat As a SS, I leave HW to the last minute. I've been trying to post sites SS can use on Edmodo and show in class rather than set HW
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sandymillin
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11:23 PM
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@aleixa #ELTchat is English Language Teaching chat for teachers of Eng as a Foreign/Second Lang, but anyone can join in if relevant! :)
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naomishema
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11:23 PM
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#eltchat I still have a problem with pupils with problematic home life - they don't organize their time and do the little work i give
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ShellTerrell
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11:23 PM
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RT @annapires: The Homework Dilemma: How Much Is Too Much? http://t.co/AYhioAs another interesting article RE 10-min rule #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:23 PM
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RT @little_miss_glo: Human nature, I think. But I think the key is making it not feel like HW! RT @sandymillin: #eltchat As a SS, I leave HW to the last minute.
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ShellTerrell
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11:23 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: I like to reduce the affective filter and as such no pressure on homework whether it's presentations, grammar exercises, writing #ELTChat
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Harvey_Hubbell
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11:24 PM
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Would love to get involved in #ELTchat - can you give me more information on it?
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evab2001
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11:24 PM
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RT @little_miss_glo: Human nature, I think. But I think the key is making it not feel like HW! RT @sandymillin: #eltchat As a SS, I leave HW to the last minute.
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sandymillin
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11:24 PM
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#eltchat I've found SS more motivated by sites like English Central, English Attack or quizlet where they can c that they're getting points
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Sciencematters
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11:24 PM
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RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat As a student, I won't do it if it's boring or I think it's irrelevant to me. Teacher's worst nightmare!
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theteacherjames
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11:24 PM
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RT @naomishema: #eltchat can't stress @sandymillin point enough: SS have 2 see the point of what they are doing in everything. not easy
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ShellTerrell
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11:24 PM
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RT @naomishema: #eltchat can't stress @sandymillin point enough - SS have to see the point of what they are doing in everything. not always easy to do...
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BostonGirl223
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11:24 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: These are homework tasks I have given to my adult English language learners in their wiki http://t.co/Ag83w4t #eltchat
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mscro1
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11:24 PM
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use social networks to communicate with parents via @ShellTerrell one they mostly use, when you ask them 1st #ELTchat #EFL #education
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ShellTerrell
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11:25 PM
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Offer options so learners work on skills they feel they need to improve. Not all Ss have same level so hmwk should reflect that #ELTChat
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evab2001
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11:25 PM
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RT @annapires: The Homework Dilemma: How Much Is Too Much? http://t.co/AYhioAs another interesting article RE 10-min rule #ELTchat
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theteacherjames
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11:25 PM
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@Raquel_EFL You don't want to know about my Portuguese homework... yawn... #ELTCHAT
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sandymillin
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11:25 PM
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@Harvey_Hubbell take a look at eltchat.com - that should give you some help #ELTchat
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analuisalozano
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11:25 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: #eltchat @lu_bodeman I've taught 2yr-olds to 80 yr-olds :-). I find a wiki full of outside exploration activities motivates them a lot
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vickysaumell
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11:26 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: I provide options 4 hmwk & do think its important to motivate learners to practice Eng outside the classrm #Eltchat > =)
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hartle
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11:26 PM
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Activity one lesson one on this page of our class blog shows marked std. Work with Markin. Stds then correct & we discuss in class #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:26 PM
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What we need is a website for sts like http://j.mp/5eT5mw for English language learners to assist HW. Are there any out there? #ELTChat
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SueAnnan
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11:26 PM
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@Harvey_Hubbell We are international teachers of ELT or ESL discussing homework this evening. #ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:26 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Offer options so learners work on skills they feel they need to improve. Not all Ss have same level so hmwk should reflect that #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:26 PM
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@Harvey_Hubbell sure we're talking about what makes for good homework tasks - just use the #ELTchat hashtag and follow or talk!
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Harvey_Hubbell
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11:27 PM
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@Marisa_C Gotcha. I'm a dyslexia advocate and understand the difficulties with homework that a lot of dyslexics have. #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11:27 PM
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@ShellTerrell #ELTChat Good idea - Choice is not only re which exercises to do for hwk but which skills one needs or wants to work on
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Marisa_C
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11:28 PM
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@Harvey_Hubbell will send u some links later to find out abt it #ELTchat
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adrianarosell
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11:28 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Offer options so learners work on skills they feel they need to improve. Not all Ss have same level so hmwk should reflect that #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:28 PM
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RT @naomishema: #eltchat - with teacher's giving lots of choice thought must be given to the tracking system of who does what!
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ShellTerrell
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11:28 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: #ELTChat Good idea - Choice is not only re which exercises to do for hwk but which skills one needs or wants to work on
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naomishema
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11:28 PM
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#eltchat - with teacher's giving lots of choice thought must be given to the tracking system of who does what!
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eannegrenoble
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11:28 PM
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@Harvey_Hubbell I know the feeling .... hi all :-) #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11:28 PM
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@vickysaumell Hey good to see you here vicky - joining #Eltchat?
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hartle
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11:28 PM
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#eltchat sorry forgot the link to my summer school class blog hmwk activity corrections http://t.co/34xP71Y
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ShellTerrell
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11:28 PM
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I find knowing their goals at the beginning of the yr helps my Ss determine their outside of class activities #eltchat http://t.co/H63Au2O
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lu_bodeman
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11:28 PM
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@ShellTerrell Thanks! I've started venturing more with wikis, and ss seem very enthusiastic about adding their work online.#eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:28 PM
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How can we make the HW/selfstudy more personal? My idea: get sts to bring in a photo and talk abt it. #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:28 PM
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So another criterion which emerges is that hwk should not just be busywork but look like real to life tasks #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11:29 PM
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RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat what about if your institution has a hw policy based on student/teacher/parent expectation?
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theidiomhouse
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11:29 PM
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RT @OUPELTGlobal: Thanks everyone, as usual, a motivating discussion that makes me feel good about being in EFL. Till next week #eltchat
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little_miss_glo
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11:29 PM
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My case. We HAVE to give HW RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat what about if your institution has a hw policy based on ss/teacher/parent expectation?
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ELTExperiences
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11:29 PM
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RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat what about if your institution has a hw policy based on student/teacher/parent expectation?
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analuisalozano
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11:29 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Offer options so learners work on skills they feel they need to improve. Not all Ss have same level so hmwk should reflect that #ELTChat
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hartle
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11:29 PM
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@ELTExperiences #eltchat or get stds to post on noticeboard and build work together. Www.linoit.com good for this.
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ShellTerrell
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11:29 PM
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Tough one! RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat what about if your institution has a hw policy based on student/teacher/parent expectation?
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ShellTerrell
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11:29 PM
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RT @lu_bodeman: I've started venturing more with wikis, and ss seem very enthusiastic about adding their work online.#eltchat
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ljp2010
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11:29 PM
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#ELTchat what about if your institution has a hw policy based on student/teacher/parent expectation?
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vickyloras
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11:29 PM
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RT @Ilotimo: NEW POST: Wetoku for online interviews bit.ly/n6uIB8 in Education Technology t&p #edtech #finnedchat #eltchat #edchat
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TheConsultantsE
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11:29 PM
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Ling App - Free app to improve English by reading news on the web http://t.co/RFjID8H #eltchat #esl #twinglish
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Marisa_C
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11:30 PM
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There should be a balance bwtn online work and print work which ss can use for display purposes, e.g. in a portfolio #ELTchat - my best hwk
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little_miss_glo
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11:30 PM
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Said policy is often in terms of how much HW not what kind, isn't it? RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat what about if your institution has a hw policy
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naomishema
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11:30 PM
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@analuisalozano #eltchat so true!
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Harvey_Hubbell
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11:30 PM
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@Marisa_C Thanks! I would appreciate that! #ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:30 PM
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#eltchat - any tracking system recom.? I give h.w online but keep track on paper so that I always have it in class with me!
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vickyloras
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11:30 PM
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RT @naomishema: Ozge Karaoglu's Blog - A-Z Web tools: H http://t.co/lszwd7l Useful tools - check it out! #eltchat #spedchat #deafed
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dmantz7
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11:30 PM
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RT @TheConsultantsE: Ling App - Free app to improve English by reading news on the web http://t.co/RFjID8H #eltchat #esl #twinglish
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naomishema
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11:31 PM
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@ELTExperiences #eltchat - what a delightful activity!
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lu_bodeman
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11:31 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: There should be a balance bwtn online work and print work which ss can use for display purposes, e.g. in a portfolio #ELTchat - my best hwk
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ShellTerrell
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11:31 PM
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Definitely! RT @analuisalozano: Even having about the same level of knowledge, they have different learning styles. #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:31 PM
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The funniest HW that I was involved with was phoning YLs at home and trying to chat with them to improve speaking skills in Korea. #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:31 PM
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For young learners I like to offer in my wiki activities parents can do with their children to practice the grammar/voc in context #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:31 PM
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@ELTExperiences I did a variant on this - SS put a photo on fotobabble.com and talked about it: http://t.co/sDT5CJ6 #ELTChat
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analuisalozano
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11:31 PM
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@ShellTerrell Even having about the same level of knowledge, they have different learning styles. #eltchat
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hartle
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11:31 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: RT @lu_bodeman: I've started venturing more with wikis, and ss seem very enthusiastic about..online.#eltchat mine too :-)
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dmantz7
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11:31 PM
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RT @TheConsultantsE: Ling App - Free app to improve English by reading news on the web http://t.co/epXM9lr #eltchat #esl #twinglish
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hartle
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11:32 PM
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RT @analuisalozano: @ShellTerrell Even having about the same level of knowledge, they have different learning styles. #eltchat
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analuisalozano
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11:32 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: RT @lu_bodeman: I've started venturing more with wikis, and ss seem very enthusiastic about adding their work online.#eltchat
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hartle
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11:32 PM
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RT @naomishema: #eltchat - any tracking system recom.? I give pre class prep work on blog and follow up on linoit etc. Also copies #eltchat
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little_miss_glo
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11:32 PM
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RT @sandymillin: @little_miss_glo if u have to give HW then negotiating what 2 do with SS is important, tho it depends on their age #ELTchat
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ljp2010
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11:32 PM
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#ELTchat at ih BsAs we have a saying "The lesson's not over till the hw is done" but amount & type open to individuals to decide
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ShellTerrell
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11:32 PM
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@ELTExperiences That is awesome hmwk! LOL! Did you write a post about it? You should! #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:32 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: @sandymillin your #IATEFL talk provided me with some great learner-centred ideas. #ELTChat <not me I think!?
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SueAnnan
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11:32 PM
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I am fielding emails from my business class at the moment #ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:32 PM
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@sandymillin your #IATEFL talk provided me with some great learner-centred ideas. #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:32 PM
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@analuisalozano #eltchat Does your hwk cater for different learning styles? Visual Auditory Kinaesthetic! #ELTchat - it should!
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ShellTerrell
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11:32 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: The funniest HW that I was involved with was phoning YLs at home and trying to chat with them to improve speaking skills in Korea. #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:32 PM
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@little_miss_glo if you have to give HW then negotiating what to do with SS is important, tho I guess it depends on their age #ELTchat
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eannegrenoble
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11:33 PM
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RT @SueAnnan: I am fielding emails from my business class at the moment #ELTchat >> I just can't manage emails anymore - wikis somuch easier
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vickysaumell
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11:33 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: we need 2 be smart about what we are giving 4 HW.....for me all writing assigmnts are done in class #eltchat > same here!
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Marisa_C
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11:33 PM
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@SueAnnan I love the idea of Ss writing to teachers - personal emails - this is not seen as hwk #ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:33 PM
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@hartle #eltchat - I don't understand. How do you keep track of who did what?
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ljp2010
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11:33 PM
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@ELTExperiences #ELTchat sounds fun. how did they respond? i set up phoning hw with a class once and they LOVED it!
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ShellTerrell
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11:33 PM
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I like to call it "activities to improve their English" not homework. I have a problem with the word hmwk. Anyone else? #ELTChat
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ELTExperiences
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11:33 PM
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@naomishema that was the disadvantage of parents, managers, senior teachers involved with language teaching and HW policy in Korea. #ELTChat
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little_miss_glo
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11:33 PM
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RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat at ih BsAs we have a saying "The lesson's not over till the hw is done" but amt & type open to individuals to decide
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ELTExperiences
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11:34 PM
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@ljp2010 they were young 10 to 15 years and the time the parents wanted me to phone was late evening when they were all eating. #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:34 PM
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Agree! RT @analuisalozano: Kids love working online. I make them exchange e-mails or postcards with other kds around the globe #eltchat
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SueAnnan
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11:34 PM
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@Marisa_C No but it becomes homework for the teacher! #ELTchat
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tantwy
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11:34 PM
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Gr8 idea 4 parent engagement MT @ShellTerrell: I like to offer in my wiki activities parents can do with their children #eltchat #bced
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ShellTerrell
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11:34 PM
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RT @jswiatek: Any suggestions for my teacher that has a student that speaks NO English...only Arabic? She's from Egypt. #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:34 PM
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@Marisa_C I always find kinaesthetic hardest to cater for. what kind of things can you do for them? #ELTchat
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naomishema
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11:35 PM
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@ShellTerrell @analuisalozano #eltchat Haven't you found "penpal" programs hard to maintain over a few months?
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SueAnnan
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11:35 PM
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@sandymillin It shows up errors in students with spiky profiles too #ELTchat
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hartle
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11:35 PM
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RT @naomishema: @hartle #eltchat - My stds young adultd so don't track pre class work but homwk posted online and corrections too on blog.
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ELTExperiences
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11:35 PM
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@ljp2010 It took a while to speak to the parents in Korean and then ask to speak to the child and the child were not talk at all. #ELTChat
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lu_bodeman
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11:35 PM
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@ELTExperiences Did s'th like that. Called them @ a given time, gave some info that they needed 2 collect, and in class SS reported.#eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:35 PM
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RT @vickysaumell: we need 2 be smart about what we are giving 4 HW.....for me all writing assigmnts are done in class #eltchat
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ljp2010
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11:35 PM
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@ELTExperiences #ELTchat tweet your post. would love to compare notes!
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sandymillin
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11:35 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @SueAnnan I love the idea of Ss writing to teachers - personal emails - this is not seen as hwk #ELTchat<agreed
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DinaDobrou
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11:35 PM
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RT @mscro1: put announcments, polls,suggestions areas and so on on wiki, ss can do that or parent too, make them busy and engaged #ELTchat #EFL
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mscro1
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11:35 PM
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put announcments, polls,suggestions areas and so on on wiki, ss can do that or parent too, make them busy and engaged #ELTchat #EFL
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pysproblem81
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11:36 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: So another criterion which emerges is that hwk should not just be busywork but look like real to life tasks #ELTchat
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sandymillin
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11:36 PM
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@SueAnnan @Marisa_C homework for the teacher! #ELTchat <seem 2 have a lot more of that since I discovered #eltchat ;)
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hartle
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11:36 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @SueAnnan I love the idea of...#ELTchat Project work motivating too. Stds take responsibility for learning
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ljp2010
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11:36 PM
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@ELTExperiences #ELTchat definitely time-consuming and sounds like it had very little value in ur case :(
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ShellTerrell
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11:36 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: #ELTchat it might be to learn and act out a sketch with movement (for YLs)
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lu_bodeman
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11:36 PM
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True! RT@sandymillin RT @Marisa_C: @SueAnnan I love the idea of Ss writing to teachers - personal emails - this is not seen as hwk #ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:36 PM
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@ljp2010 I was also asked to do the same activity for businessmen for a school and I prepared topics, etc but they were too busy. #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:36 PM
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@jswiatek how old is the student? #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:36 PM
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@sandymillin #ELTchat it might be to learn and act out a sketch with movement (for YLs)
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analuisalozano
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11:36 PM
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RT @TheConsultantsE: Ling App - Free app to improve English by reading news on the web http://t.co/lClpc5I #eltchat #esl #twinglish
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ShellTerrell
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11:37 PM
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What are interesting homework activities your learners have enjoyed? #ELTChat
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vickysaumell
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11:37 PM
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RT @sandymillin: #eltchat I've found SS more motivated by sites like English Central, English Attack or quizlet where they can c that they're getting points
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chiasuan
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11:37 PM
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@sandymillin @Marisa_C Why not set hmwk that allows sts 2do things.projects like going to an online website to get info in English.#eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:37 PM
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@Marisa_C thanks for the VAK ideas :) #eltchat
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analuisalozano
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11:37 PM
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@ShellTerrell Me too ... Maybe I did not like it when I was a kid :) HW should be "masked" by having a nice cover #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:37 PM
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@lu_bodeman That is very good. I suppose my experiences of telephone conversations in Korea were not successful. #ELTChat
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SueAnnan
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11:37 PM
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@sandymillin LOL #ELTchat #eltchat
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mscro1
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11:37 PM
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offer several communication options: emails, SMS #ELTchat #EFL
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bethcagnol
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11:38 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @SueAnnan I love the idea of Ss writing to teachers - personal emails - this is not seen as hwk #ELTchat
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chiasuan
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11:38 PM
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I often set TV prgms or films as homework for students... #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:38 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: What are interesting homework activities your learners have enjoyed? #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:38 PM
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RT @naomishema: @ShellTerrell @analuisalozano #eltchat "penpal" programs hard to maintain? > try postcrossing.com for 1-off postcards
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ljp2010
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11:38 PM
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#ELTchat get them to write the subs for bollywood films http://t.co/w3KEi3O
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ELTExperiences
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11:38 PM
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@ljp2010 definitely a point to illustrate how not to let managers, parents, etc get involved with HW when they are not in class. #ELTChat
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bethcagnol
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11:38 PM
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RT @annapires: Do you ask your sts at the beginning of the year how they feel about homework? #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:39 PM
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@analuisalozano I think when I deem it as "activities to further improve ur English" it gives them a why as to completing the tasks #Eltchat
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SueAnnan
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11:39 PM
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I get students to collect new words or signs for class. Or interview their host families #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11:39 PM
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@sandymillin Make a board game in English... #eltchat
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bethcagnol
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11:39 PM
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@ShellTerrell Kinda late responding to this, but yes, don't like the word "homework." Just like I don't like the word "housework." #ELTCHAT
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analuisalozano
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11:39 PM
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RT @sandymillin: RT @Marisa_C: @SueAnnan I love the idea of Ss writing to teachers - personal emails - this is not seen as hwk #ELTchat<agreed
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little_miss_glo
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11:39 PM
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RT @analuisalozano: Agree@ShellTerrell @vickysaumell we need 2 be smart about what we are giving 4 HW 4 me all writing assigmnts are done in class #eltchat
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katekidney
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11:39 PM
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My dear colleagues, sorry to leave you, but I go on cramming for my Russian exam.#ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:39 PM
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@chiasuan what do you do with the programs, films, etc for homework? #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:39 PM
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@annapires i ask SS, and generally they say they hate it. try to change their attitude to it by making it fun / non forced #ELTchat
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analuisalozano
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11:39 PM
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Agree@ShellTerrell @vickysaumell we need 2 be smart about what we are giving 4 HW 4 me all writing assigmnts are done in class #eltchat
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little_miss_glo
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11:39 PM
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How do you follow up on it? Class discussion? RT @chiasuan: I often set TV prgms or films as homework for students #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:40 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: RT @SueAnnan: I get students to collect new words or signs for class. Or interview their host families #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11:40 PM
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RT @SueAnnan: I get students to collect new words or signs for class. Or interview their host families #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:40 PM
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RT @Raquel_EFL: How important is HW for us (teachers)? Can HW allow reflections on materials taught? If so, how? #ELTCHAT
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Marisa_C
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11:40 PM
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@chiasuan That's a great idea - part of project work too #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:40 PM
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LOL! Me neither RT @bethcagnol: don't like the word "homework." Just like I don't like the word "housework." #ELTCHAT
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ELTExperiences
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11:40 PM
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For HW, I would like to get sts to write blogs or contribute to an online school newspaper but haven't done so yet. #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:40 PM
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How I've used Edmodo in class with SS over the last year (including for HW) http://t.co/47JVabD #eltchat
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hartle
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11:40 PM
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RT @chiasuan: I often set TV prgms or films as homework for students... #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:41 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Reading makes great homework if you can convince the Ss. #ELTchat > Adults can benefit a lot from this
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lu_bodeman
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11:41 PM
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RT @chiasuan: I often set TV prgms or films as homework for students... #eltchat
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eannegrenoble
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11:41 PM
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RT @ShellTerrl I think when I deem it as "activities to further improve ur English" it gives them a why as to completing the tasks #Eltchat
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chiasuan
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11:41 PM
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Sometimes I give them a selection of about 3-4 things they can choose to watch, and we do a jigsaw sharing of what they have seen. #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:41 PM
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Haha RT @ShellTerrell: LOL! Me neither RT @bethcagnol: don't like the word "homework." Just like I don't like the word "housework." #ELTCHAT
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johnmayo
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11:41 PM
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RT @sandymillin: How I've used Edmodo in class with SS over the last year (including for HW) http://t.co/47JVabD #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:41 PM
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RT @Raquel_EFL: #ELTCHAT My shiest stds suggested a video project... They'll record themselves answering questions made by their classmates...
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ShellTerrell
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11:41 PM
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RT @sandymillin: @ShellTerrell Did @englishraven's live reading in class http://t.co/RdyzgAV about Edinburgh. HW was SS write about own city #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:41 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @sandymillin Make a board game in English... #eltchat
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naomishema
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11:41 PM
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#eltchat a word of caution about englishattacl - its roll over translations into Hebrew are atrocious! Can't check the other languages...
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Marisa_C
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11:41 PM
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@bethcagnol is it the word work u are allergic to? :-D so are the Ss! #ELTCHAT
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sandymillin
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11:41 PM
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@ShellTerrell Did @englishraven's live reading in class http://t.co/RdyzgAV about Edinburgh. HW was SS write about own city #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:41 PM
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RT @chiasuan: I often set TV prgms or films as homework for students... #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:41 PM
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RT @sandymillin: How I've used Edmodo in class with SS over the last year (including for HW) http://t.co/47JVabD #eltchat
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lu_bodeman
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11:41 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @sandymillin Make a board game in English... #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:41 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: For HW, I would like to get sts to write blogs or contribute to an online school newspaper but haven't done so yet. #ELTChat
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theteacherjames
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11:41 PM
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Reading makes great homework if you can convince the Ss. #ELTchat
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cgoodey
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11:41 PM
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@mcneilmahon My pleasure :-) And, well done! #ABS #eltchat
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naomishema
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11:42 PM
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RT @sandymillin: @Marisa_C take photos on way home, then do lesson based on it, like so: http://t.co/Wv5rGtw #ELTChat
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chiasuan
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11:42 PM
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My sts r in London, so I could use the daily TV guide & get them to watch documentaries, fashion prgms or drama- their choice. #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:42 PM
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@Marisa_C take photos on way home, then do lesson based on it, like so: http://t.co/Wv5rGtw #ELTChat
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ELTExperiences
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11:42 PM
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@theteacherjames especially extensive reading (reading for pleasure). Assign projects (book reviews, sts create worksheets, etc) #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:42 PM
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@Marisa_C @theteacherjames A book club where they choose the book they want & have discussions? #ELtchat
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bethcagnol
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11:43 PM
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@Marisa_C yeah, I guess. Housework, homework, yard work, Newark. Allergic to all. ;-) #ELTCHAT
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theteacherjames
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11:43 PM
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@ELTExperiences I'm a big fan of extensive reading. Very effective. #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:43 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: For HW, I would like to get sts to write blogs but haven't done so yet. #ELTChat <me too
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SueAnnan
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11:43 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: @Marisa_C @theteacherjames A book club where they choose the book they want & have discussions? #ELtchat YES!
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theteacherjames
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11:43 PM
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@ShellTerrell @Marisa_C I love reading clubs! #ELtchat
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DeputyMitchell
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11:43 PM
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@ShellTerrell You need to speak to @smichael920 about their Learning Log Brain Builders homework: http://t.co/jz0VI6w #ELtchat
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Marisa_C
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11:43 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: @Marisa_C @theteacherjames A book club where they choose the book they want & have discussions? #ELtchat YES!
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inglishteacher
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11:43 PM
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joining discussion late - homework? #eltchat
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SueAnnan
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11:43 PM
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Adults enjoy finding an interesting article in the local paper and summarising it for class the next day #ELTchat
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analuisalozano
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11:43 PM
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@naomishema @ShellTerrell Well, so far I have found a great platform at e-Pals. English is a language so SS need to communicate #eltchat
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little_miss_glo
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11:44 PM
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RT @antoniaclare: Hi everyone - film club great too. Watch the first part of film in class - finish for HW #ELtchat
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antoniaclare
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11:44 PM
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Hi everyone - film club great too. Watch the first part of film in class - finish for HW #ELtchat
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ljp2010
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11:44 PM
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#ELTchat @analuisalozano so are you saying we should trick them into doing some work? that's my usual strategy!
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Marisa_C
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11:44 PM
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RT @sandymillin: @Marisa_C take photos on way home, then do lesson based on it, like so: http://t.co/Tz2bMWu #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:44 PM
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@naomishema i just told SS not to use the eng att. translations when I showed it to them today. know it might be hard for yours #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:44 PM
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@theteacherjames I bring a book box to class when I teach our adults and they pick a book #ELtchat
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SueAnnan
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11:44 PM
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@bethcagnol hahah #ELTCHAT
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theteacherjames
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11:44 PM
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@Raquel_EFL yes, any homework that doesn't feel like homework is a winner! #ELTchat
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analuisalozano
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11:44 PM
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@naomishema @ShellTerrell It is amazing to see how you can make them practice grammar without noticing :) #eltchat
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warnhopepark
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11:45 PM
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Lurking for #eltchat as in serious amounts of pain. My s/s never do their homework regardless of my strategies so not much to add!
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ShellTerrell
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11:45 PM
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Interesting task: The Baby Egg project with my teens. They enjoyed journaling about their children, etc http://t.co/vrfZwY3 #eltchat
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hartle
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11:45 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Reading makes .. #ELTchat doing extensive reading project with Google Reader ... Blog post abt it http://t.co/f1MH2bC
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ELTExperiences
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11:45 PM
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@theteacherjames there was a suggestion in the IATEFL magazine to collect more books (hotels, restaurants, etc) #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:45 PM
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@Marisa_C for low levels I tell them to read all numbers they say in English / name everything they can when walking down street #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:45 PM
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RT @little_miss_glo: RT @antoniaclare: Hi everyone - film club great too. Watch the first part of film in class - finish for HW #ELtchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:45 PM
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@theteacherjames our school has an embarrassing amount of books. #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:45 PM
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@sandymillin Yes, they could be asked to recite sth while walking to school :-) #ELTChat
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lu_bodeman
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11:46 PM
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Love these great ideas on HW. :) Class coming up soon; gotta go. Time to collect matls and organize. Thx everyone!! #eltchat
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chiasuan
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11:46 PM
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RT @antoniaclare: Hi everyone - film club great too. Watch the first part of film in class - finish for HW #ELtchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:46 PM
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RT @chiasuan: Sometimes we watch a particular series together. One episode a day/week. Then we discuss it in class, and recall some of the lexis. #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:46 PM
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... or look forward to writing a nice essay on the weekend? (unless u a blogger :-D) #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:46 PM
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@antoniaclare thank you :) they enjoyed it too once they got over their initial fear #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:46 PM
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Interesting task: Redoing commercials & advertisements with their friends http://t.co/AYl4lrT #eltchat
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chiasuan
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11:46 PM
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Sometimes we watch a particular series together. One episode a day/week. Then we discuss it in class, and recall some of the lexis. #eltchat
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analuisalozano
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11:46 PM
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RT @bethcagnol: @ShellTerrell Kinda late responding to this, but yes, don't like the word "homework." Just like I don't like the word "housework." #ELTCHAT
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ozge
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11:46 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Interesting task: The Baby Egg project with my teens. They enjoyed journaling about their children, etc http://t.co/vrfZwY3 #eltchat
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little_miss_glo
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11:46 PM
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Have you asked them why? RT @warnhopepark: #eltchat My s/s never do their homework regardless of my strategies so not much to add!
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antoniaclare
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11:46 PM
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I loved @Sandymillin's audioboos her sts did - getting sts to record themselves for h/w #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:46 PM
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@ljp2010 Trick them? How often do YOU feel like going home and doing some exercises? #ELTchat
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inglishteacher
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11:46 PM
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Have used class blog and discussion forum for homework using blogger and wikispaces #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:46 PM
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@annapires they were really into it :) #ELTChat
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adricarv
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11:47 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell : Interesting task: Redoing commercials & advertisements with their friends bit.ly/qcrl90 #eltchat
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inglishteacher
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11:47 PM
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well worth having a collaborative online space for homework - tried it with IELTS essay writing #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:47 PM
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RT @antoniaclare: I loved @Sandymillin's audioboos her sts did - getting sts to record themselves for h/w #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:47 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Interesting task: Redoing commercials & advertisements with their friends http://t.co/IT9QxNj #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:47 PM
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@ELTExperiences ours has almost none :( that's always my prob with extensive reading - finding the books #ELTChat
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emilygold2
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11:47 PM
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RT @antoniaclare: Hi everyone - film club great too. Watch the first part of film in class - finish for HW #ELtchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:47 PM
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@warnhopepark I suppose if it has any relevance for your learners. U could get your sts to bring in a computer game & talk about it #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:47 PM
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RT @antoniaclare: Hi everyone - film club great too. Watch the first part of film in class - finish for HW #ELtchat
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hartle
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11:48 PM
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RT @adricarv: RT @ShellTerrell : Interesting task: Redoing commercials & advertisements with their friends bit.ly/qcrl90 #eltchat
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hartle
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11:48 PM
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RT @inglishteacher: well worth having a collaborative online space for homework - tried it with IELTS essay writing #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:48 PM
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@naomishema there 's places on the web wher u can watch films or you tube #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:48 PM
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RT @analuisalozano: It is amazing to see how you can make them practice grammar without noticing :) #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:48 PM
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@ShellTerrell sounds like 'flour babies' by anne fine (one of my fave childhood books!) http://t.co/UBLLvOc #eltchat
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emilygold2
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11:48 PM
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RT @antoniaclare: I loved @Sandymillin's audioboos her sts did - getting sts to record themselves for h/w #eltchat
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SueAnnan
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11:48 PM
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@naomishema I was wondering that too #eltchat
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analuisalozano
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11:48 PM
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RT @ljp2010: #ELTchat @analuisalozano so are you saying we should trick them into doing some work? that's my usual strategy!
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naomishema
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11:48 PM
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@antoniaclare #eltchat about the film club - how are the SS supposed to watch the rest of the film at home?
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warnhopepark
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11:49 PM
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@ELTExperiences Verbal h/w defo the way to go w/ mine, I need to think about their interests, I'll ask them about computer games #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:49 PM
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@sandymillin I've got a great IATEFL topic about collecting English books, I will put it on my blog if I can find it. #ELTChat
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theteacherjames
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11:49 PM
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@Marisa_C I love that, try to do the same myself. #ELtchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:49 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: Why should we dictate to sts that they must complete HW? Self-study or collaborative learning is more appropriate. #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:49 PM
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@ELTExperiences or bring in their computers (if they're portable) :) #ELTChat
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little_miss_glo
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11:49 PM
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In the era of DVDs and netflix, no prob! RT @naomishema: @antoniaclare #eltchat how are SS supposed to watch the rest of the film at home?
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ELTExperiences
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11:49 PM
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Why should we dictate to sts that they must complete HW? Self-study or collaborative learning is more appropriate. #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:49 PM
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RT @DeputyMitchell: You need to speak to @smichael920 about their Learning Log Brain Builders homework: http://t.co/1SvjRLA #ELtchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:50 PM
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@ELTExperiences For teens I just ask what they like to do like listen to English music, read graphic novels, etc. & tailor to that #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:50 PM
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@ELTExperiences I suppose bcz class time is not enough to keep up with the contact with English - but Q remains which best #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:50 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: @ELTExperiences I completely agree! I tell my Ss if they do it then their English improves & thats enough for most #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:50 PM
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@ELTExperiences I completely agree! I tell my Ss if they do it then their English improves & thats enough for most #ELTChat
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web20education
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11:50 PM
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Building the Student Graph @BigThink – http://t.co/zKJy0QI #edtech20 #socialmedia #toolschat #edchat #elemchat #ukedchat #lrnchat #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:50 PM
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@ELTExperiences sounds interesting #ELTChat
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ljp2010
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11:51 PM
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#ELTchat so to recap criteria - varied, relevant, motivating, optional/no deadlines, real world tasks...
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web20education
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11:51 PM
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#reel awesome app reelapp.com/d4a163 Present your ideas and reel in the feedback #edtech20 #socialmedia #edchat #cpchat #eltchat #toolschat
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SueAnnan
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11:51 PM
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@ELTExperiences mine tells me I'm being throttled! That's a new one on me #ELTChat
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hartle
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11:51 PM
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#eltchat hmwk abt giving stds choices to work on prob. Areas too. Provide a series of links then they choose
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chiasuan
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11:51 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @ELTExperiences I suppose bcz class time is not enough to keep up with the contact with English - but Q remains which best #ELTChat
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ELTExperiences
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11:51 PM
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My tweetdeck is starting to freeze and not show some #ELTChat posts. I will see how it goes.
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theteacherjames
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11:51 PM
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@ELTExperiences A variety of reading material is essential in giving them a freedom to choose. Can you do anything about the books? #ELTChat
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adricarv
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11:51 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell RT @analuisalozano: It is amazing to see how you can make them practice grammar without noticing :) #eltchat
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mmebrady
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11:51 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: LOL! Me neither RT @bethcagnol: don't like the word "homework." Just like I don't like the word "housework." #ELTCHAT
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marcusmurilo
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11:51 PM
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RT @efl101 A way to recycle language in the classroom bit.ly/qCeXjP / #eltchat #breltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:52 PM
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@theteacherjames yes I can but the same old excuse at the moment limited time with my MA and other commitments but I will try soon. #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11:52 PM
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I think some of the ideas suggested are out-of-class work or nonwork even if sts genuinely keen bt hwk shd be connected to syllabus #ELTChat
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ShellTerrell
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11:52 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: RT @hartle: RT @theteacherjames: #ELTchat doing extensive reading project with Google Reader ... Blog post abt it http://t.co/PR0dKB0
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antoniaclare
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11:52 PM
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Mine too! RT @SueAnnan: @ELTExperiences mine tells me I'm being throttled! That's a new one on me #ELTChat
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theteacherjames
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11:52 PM
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RT @hartle: RT @theteacherjames: #ELTchat doing extensive reading project with Google Reader ... Blog post abt it http://t.co/PR0dKB0
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ShellTerrell
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11:52 PM
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RT @web20education: #reel awesome app reelapp.com/d4a163 Present your ideas and reel in the feedback #edtech20 #socialmedia #edchat #cpchat #eltchat #toolschat
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naomishema
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11:52 PM
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@little_miss_glo #eltchat - tis a problem in countries without netflix & of course my unique problem of needing captioning...
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ShellTerrell
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11:52 PM
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@ELTExperiences For YLs listing online & at home games & songs & letting the parents know about it helps as well #Eltchat
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analuisalozano
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11:53 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: @ELTExperiences For YLs listing online & at home games & songs & letting the parents know about it helps as well #Eltchat
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ljp2010
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11:53 PM
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#ELTchat @MrMatthewRay mostly by choice, some whose parents force Γ©m!
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SueAnnan
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11:53 PM
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@MrMatthewRay I teach both. I've got EFL and ESL students #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:53 PM
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RT @chiasuan: As homework, my students take turns lookin 4 an article on a topic they are interested in that they'd like to share with the class. #eltchat
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warnhopepark
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11:53 PM
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@little_miss_glo I know why, it's coz they're so busy, they work long hours & I teach them in their workplace #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:53 PM
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RT @sandymillin: #eltchat if your students like listening to music lyricstraining.com is excellent - I've been using it to practise my languages too :)
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theteacherjames
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11:53 PM
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RT @antoniaclare: Hi everyone - film club great too. Watch the first part of film in class - finish for HW #ELtchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:53 PM
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RT @MrMatthewRay: Out of curiosity are most ppl here teaching Ss who are learning Eng by choice or b/c they go to school in Eng spkng place? #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:53 PM
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#eltchat if your students like listening to music lyricstraining.com is excellent - I've been using it to practise my languages too :)
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MrMatthewRay
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11:53 PM
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Out of curiosity are most ppl here teaching Ss who are learning Eng by choice or b/c they go to school in Eng spkng place? #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:53 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: I think some of the ideas suggested are out-of-class work or nonwork even if sts genuinely keen bt hwk shd be connected to syllabus #ELTChat
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chiasuan
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11:53 PM
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As homework, my students take turns lookin 4 an article on a topic they are interested in that they'd like to share with the class. #eltchat
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vickyloras
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11:53 PM
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RT @evab2001 Only a few days to go: Call for links for the blog carnival #24 http://t.co/7ZH07vH #edu #eltchat #esl #esol
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chiasuan
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11:54 PM
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I believe hmwork is an opportunity for more exposure to English and I tend to favour authentic skills work. #eltchat
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sandymillin
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11:54 PM
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@Marisa_C connecting HW to the syllabus is challenging I think - can do it about 50% of the time, and rest of time don't set HW #ELTChat
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eannegrenoble
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11:54 PM
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@MrMatthewRay #ElTChat learning English because it's on the school programme #eltchat - and not in an English speaking place
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Marisa_C
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11:54 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: @ELTExperiences For YLs listing online & at home games & songs & letting the parents know about it helps as well #Eltchat
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MagicinEdu
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11:54 PM
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RT @adricarv: RT @ShellTerrell RT @analuisalozano: It is amazing to see how you can make them practice grammar without noticing :) #eltchat
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mscro1
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11:54 PM
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Educational triangle: teacher, students, parent via @shamali on @ShellTerrell webinar #ELTchat
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sandymillin
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11:55 PM
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@Marisa_C on continuous enrolment now so primary objectives change every week :) #ELTChat
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sandymillin
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11:55 PM
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@warnhopepark can you set them things related to work place? did class based on emails which SS brought 2 class. HW was 2 collect #eltchat
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hartle
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11:55 PM
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RT @chiasuan: As homework, my students take turns lookin 4 an article on a topic they are interested in that they'd like to share with the class. #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:55 PM
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@sandymillin well i don't mean every niggly little bit of the syllabus but the primary objectives #ELTChat
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chiasuan
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11:55 PM
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RT @sandymillin: #eltchat if your students like listening to music lyricstraining.com is excellent - I've been using it to practise my languages too :)
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cybraryman1
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11:55 PM
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#ELTchat Your HW assignment: Review My Collection of English Teacher blogs, sites, wikis…http://t.co/V3SmUM3
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hartle
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11:55 PM
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RT @MrMatthewRay: Out of curiosity are most ppl here teaching Ss who..by choice...#eltchat my stds university stds in Italy who need English
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vaniaccastro
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11:56 PM
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Hello everybody from #ELTChat what's the theme today?
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hartle
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11:56 PM
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RT @chiasuan: I believe hmwork is an opportunity for more exposure... #eltchat also chance to process things studies, and experiment.
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sandymillin
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11:56 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: My mantra w teaching is always I won't force it bcuz learning should be motivating, tied to learners' experiences, & help them #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:56 PM
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RT @MrMatthewRay: In the past, I have recorded video read alouds to model fluency and posted on Edmodo. #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:56 PM
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RT @cybraryman1: #ELTchat Your HW assignment: Review My Collection of English Teacher blogs, sites, wikis…http://t.co/V3SmUM3
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antoniaclare
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11:56 PM
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Quick plug here for @inglishteacher's new site- get sts to watch videos, do tasks, then tweet responses http://t.co/DsVF2i9 #eltchat
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MrMatthewRay
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11:56 PM
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In the past, I have recorded video read alouds to model fluency and posted on Edmodo. #eltchat
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SueAnnan
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11:56 PM
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@sandymillin Got the same problem #ELTChat
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web20education
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11:56 PM
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RT @gcouros: Created this slide: The Goal of Education: http://t.co/u1ax5WP #abudl2011 #psd70 #cpchat #edchat #elemchat #ukedchat #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:56 PM
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My mantra w teaching is always I won't force it bcuz learning should be motivating, tied to learners' experiences, & help them #eltchat
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MrMatthewRay
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11:56 PM
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In a perfect world I'd be sending home books and recordings for them to listen to. #eltchat
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SueAnnan
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11:57 PM
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@sandymillin Yes you've got the same situation as me nowadays #ELTchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:57 PM
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I don't force hmwk, if the learner doesn't do it then I will ask why & figure out a way to motivate. Usually that's the prob #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:57 PM
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@vaniaccastro but we re almost finished now #ELTChat
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englishbanana
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11:57 PM
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RT @antoniaclare: Quick plug here for @inglishteacher's new site- get sts to watch videos, do tasks, then tweet responses http://t.co/DsVF2i9 #eltchat
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MagicinEdu
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11:57 PM
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RT @hartle: RT @chiasuan: I believe hmwork is an opportunity for more exposure... #eltchat also chance to process things studies, and experiment.
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hartle
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11:57 PM
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RT @sandymillin: #eltchat if your students like listening to music lyricstraining.com is excellent - I've been using it to practise my languages too :)
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sandymillin
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11:57 PM
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@vaniaccastro homework, and there's about 5 minutes left #ELTChat
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naomishema
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11:57 PM
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#eltchat with young learners making placemats in class with vocab itemsa nd pictures. Then they eat on the placemats and memorize 'em!
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JoeMcVeigh
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11:57 PM
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Video of flood destruction in the State of Vermont in the aftermath of Hurricane Irene. #ELTchat #Midd
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naomishema
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11:58 PM
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RT @analuisalozano: @adricarv @ShellTerrell I did that with teens. SS downloaded 4 ads, the most touching, funniest, horrible, and amazing #eltchat
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antoniaclare
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11:58 PM
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Nice RT @MrMatthewRay: In the past, I have recorded video read alouds to model fluency and posted on Edmodo. #eltchat
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MagicinEdu
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11:58 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: I don't force hmwk, if the learner doesn't do it then I will ask why & figure out a way to motivate. Usually that's the prob #eltchat
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analuisalozano
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11:58 PM
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@adricarv @ShellTerrell I did that with teens. SS downloaded 4 ads, the most touching, funniest, horrible, and amazing #eltchat
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chiasuan
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11:59 PM
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Once had a class blog on ning &we all continued discussns we had in class on the blog.It was brilliant...until ning decided2charge. #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11:59 PM
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The primary school that my son used to attend used to provide a newsletter for parents with projects at the back (HW). #ELTChat
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antoniaclare
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11:59 PM
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RT @hartle: RT @chiasuan: I believe hmwork is an opportunity for more exposure... #eltchat also chance to process things studies, and exp
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MrMatthewRay
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11:59 PM
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@ShellTerrell There's the whole school of thought that homework is useless, though. What say you? #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:59 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: Any last tips for motivating students to practice English outside the classroom? #ELTChat
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warnhopepark
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11:59 PM
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@sandymillin @little_miss_glo Thanks for the ideas! Useful coz I'm thinking out my strategies for when I go back to teach next wk! #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:59 PM
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RT @analuisalozano: I did that with teens. SS downloaded 4 ads, the most touching, funniest, horrible, and amazing #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11:59 PM
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RT @ShellTerrell: I don't force hmwk, if the learner doesn't do it then I will ask why & figure out a way to motivate #eltchat
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ShellTerrell
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11:59 PM
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Any last tips for motivating students to practice English outside the classroom? #ELTChat
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theteacherjames
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11:59 PM
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RT @naomishema: #eltchat with yl making placemats in class with vocab items and pictures. Then they eat on the placemats and memorize 'em!
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