Teaching Tips

Reading is a powerful tool for language learning, and an online ESL book club can create an interactive and supportive environment for students to develop their reading, speaking, and comprehension skills. Whether you teach a group of students or offer

Student Engagement, Teaching Tips

As an independent teacher working with individuals or small groups online, the quality of your relationships with students directly impacts their learning experience. While the digital environment creates physical distance, the intimate nature of one-on-one and small-group teaching offers unique

ESL Holiday Teaching Ideas

How to Plan an Exciting Virtual Easter Party in Your ESL Classroom

Spring is in the air and Easter is just around the corner! Hosting a virtual Easter party is a fun way to celebrate the season while reinforcing English skills. Whether you teach one-on-one or in small groups, a themed class

Teaching Tips, Student Engagement

Starting your lesson with a quick and engaging activity sets the tone for a productive session. At Florentis Learning, we’ve tested hundreds of ESL warm-up activities across levels and ages—and one thing’s clear: 5-minute activities work. They help students transition

Online Tools for Teachers, Teaching Tips

Want an easy way to review grammar, boost writing comprehension, and keep your students engaged? Let me introduce you to one of my favorite ‘secret’ tools that ESL teachers often overlook — Edpuzzle. Whether you’re teaching young learners at the

Speaking Activities, Teaching Tips

Planning engaging speaking lessons can be time-consuming, but what if you could get your students talking without spending hours preparing? Whether you’re teaching online or in-person, having a set of go-to no-prep speaking activities can make your lessons more interactive

Curriculum Planning Tips, Teaching Tips

How to Adapt Lesson Plans for Different Learning Styles

Every student engages with learning in different ways, and as an educator, incorporating varied teaching strategies can enhance comprehension and retention. While the idea of distinct learning styles (visual, auditory, kinesthetic, reading/writing) is widely discussed, research suggests that learning is

Student Engagement, Teaching Tips

Reading is a crucial skill for ESL learners, helping them expand vocabulary, improve comprehension, and develop fluency. However, many students find reading challenging or even intimidating. The key to success? Making reading interactive, enjoyable, and level-appropriate! In this post, we’ll

Teacher Life

In recent years, online ESL teaching has exploded in popularity, offering unprecedented access to language learning for students worldwide. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this shift, transforming what was once a niche educational approach into a mainstream necessity. While the digital