Teaching can be stressful. The demands of the job left me anxious and exhausted. I was tense. My mind often turned to students and what I could be doing to…
We’re thrilled to invite you to join us in person for TESL Ontario Connect: Networking, Awards & Fireside Chats on Wednesday, November 19, from 4:30 – 9:00 PM at Toronto…
The first time I marked student writing was during my first teaching job at a college in Oman. The class was like a CLB 3, but the academic curriculum had…
TESL Ontario’s annual recognition awards are back – and this year, we’re shining an even brighter spotlight on the incredible individuals who elevate our profession. Whether it’s a colleague, volunteer,…
During my TESL studies in pre-pandemic days, one of our exercises was to practice teaching using Teams. I clearly remember thinking to myself, “Why would anyone ever choose to teach…
In my CLB 2-3 language class, I’m often reminded of toddlers learning their first words. My students, much like young children, are navigating a world of new sounds, gestures, and…
