Available now to TESOLANZ members are the presentations and video recordings from the 2019 symposium Building the knowledge base: Connecting research to practice in assessment & EAP, which was held at Wintec, Hamilton on 13 July 2019. Current TESOLANZ members can log in and access the presentations in the Members’ […]
Our statement on the Review of Achievement Standards
In October, 2019, the Ministry of Education called for expressions of interest for service on Subject Expert Groups (SEGs) for the upcoming Review of Achievement Standards. In response, TESOLANZ issued a statement calling for establishment of an ESOL/EAP SEG (or something similar) to speak to the needs of learners who […]
Welcome to our new website
TESOLANZ is excited to announce the launch of our new website. In addition to a visual overhaul, visitors will find new and updated news, publications and resources pages, including ESOL job opportunities from around the country. Learn more about TESOLANZ and our people, and see what’s on with our events […]
We have a YouTube channel
TESOLANZ has a brand new YouTube channel. Be sure to check it out. If you are a TESOLANZ member, login and navigate to our Members’ Area to access our members-only videos.
Helping newcomers adapt to life and work in NZ
Slides are available from Nicky Riddiford’s plenary discussion at the 2019 TESOLANZ AGM. Helping Newcomers Adapt to Life and Work in New Zealand.
A selection of warmers and five-minute activities
Communication problems This activity asks students to be creative so that they can communicate even when the situation is difficult. You are talking to someone who doesn’t understand you. Find out: Do they want milk or sugar in their tea? Do they want to go shopping with you? They are […]