Slides are available from Nicky Riddiford’s plenary discussion at the 2019 TESOLANZ AGM. Helping Newcomers Adapt to Life and Work in New Zealand.
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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 […]
Our position on the proposed NCEA changes
On Saturday, TESOLANZ sent a letter to the Ministry of Education, NZQA, as well as several other Ministers. It was sent as a position statement from TESOLANZ and written in response to the proposed NCEA changes. We have received a positive response from the MoE regarding our NCEA statement.
TESOLANZ is on Facebook!
We’re on Facebook! Head over to our Facebook page and also check out the TESOLANZ Talk group. Don’t forget to give it a like if you find it useful.
The 6 Principles for Exemplary Teaching of English Learners
A message from TESOL International Association. As the number of English learners soars, a common understanding of second language learning and effective instructional and assessment design is needed. The 6 Principles provide teachers with the knowledge to make informed decisions to improve instruction and assessment so curricula and courses for […]
Introducing the 2019 Executive
Meet the members of the 2019 TESOLANZ Executive.