Tag: English

Language Learning Difficulties, Second Language Learning

Is English Preventing English Language Students From Progressing?

Language is layered and complex and for those who have specific language learning difficulties acquiring English as a second or foreign language is more challenging than we often realise. A previous post has dealt with some of the reasons why students may not be progressing as quickly as teachers may think they should. Still, before … Continue reading Is English Preventing English Language Students From Progressing?

English Language Learning, ESL EFL Students, Language Theories, Second Language Learning, Struggling Students

Teachers: How Many Ways Can You Write The Sound /sh/?

How many ways can you represent the sound /sh/ in written form. When students seem to be struggling or progressing slowly, perhaps check the depth or transparency of the target language.

EFL ESL Teachers / Professionals, ESL EFL Students, Foreign Language Learning Difficulties, Language Learning Difficulties, Language Theories, Learning Disabilties / Disorders, Linguistic Coding Differences Hypothesis, Second Language Learning, Second Language Learning Difficulties

Struggling Students? Four Little-Known Theories Explain Why

There are always a number of students in foreign language classes that can't seem to keep up with the pace of the other students. The following four theories may help teachers pinpoint the root of their ESL / EFL students' difficulties.