Literacy Students Need Structure
You would think I would have learned by now. But no. Once again, I watched as my Literacy students couldn’t figure out what to do. Their puzzlement wasn’t their fault.…
More Than Professional Development: Networking at the 2026 TESL Ontario Annual Conference
When we think about attending a conference, professional learning is usually at the top of the list. We choose our sessions, listen to speakers, take notes, and hopefully leave with…
TESL Heroines and Heroes: Dr. John Sivell
TESL professionals in Ontario are focused on their current responsibilities and challenges while benefiting from the dedication, innovation and steadfastness of those who have come before us. The TESL profession…
Falling in Love with Teaching, Again
When I first got my job with TDSB ESL/LINC in 2019, I was straight out of school. My TESOL program at Woodsworth College prepared me well for the challenges I…
Why We’re Virtual: Making the TESL Ontario Annual Conference Work for Everyone
We hear you. While the majority of TESL Ontario members continue to tell us they value virtual professional development and want the Annual Conference to remain virtual, we also hear…
Giving Thanks and Looking Back
Thanksgiving weekend has a funny way of catching us in the middle of a busy term. But maybe that’s exactly when a pause is most useful. Before leaning into full…
