There is no denying the importance that English enjoys as a global language. To acquire social and professional success in this world, proficiency in this language has become a very significant factor for the youth of today. In fact, now with the whole world being connected through electronic means, the ability to speak well in … Continue reading Developing Fluency in English among ESL Learners
The lexicon of English is huge. To claim to understand and use the English language effectively, one needs to know both the denotative and connotative meanings of the words. With their increased understanding of the figurative language, the user of the language will experience an enhancement in their proficiency. Though common in use in the … Continue reading The Importance of Teaching Figures of Speech to ESL Learners
“Tongue twisters are a great way to practise pronunciation. A common knowledge with teachers of most languages, these short and difficult to pronounce lines are often used by English teachers to help meet the pronunciation needs of the learners. They are especially helpful in teaching-learning pronunciation when catering to specific phonemes or sounds. When practised … Continue reading Tongue Twisters and Enhancing Pronunciation