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10 top tips for using a multimodal approach in the classroom
A handy list of 10 ways you can engage your learners using a multimodal approach.
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9 Essentials for the EAL classroom factsheet
Essentials on how to create a language learning environment in your classroom.
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A step-by-step guide to teaching vocabulary

A comprehensive guide to teaching your EAL learners vocabulary, with activities.

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CLIL lesson plan
A planning template for a CLIL (content and language integrated learning) lesson with an example on how it can be used.
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EAL progress review grid
A useful proforma to record the progress of your EAL pupils.
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EAL scheme of work
A scheme of work for providing new-to-English learners with survival language and curriculum content.
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Effective EAL support poster
A guide for teachers and assisting adults to achieve effective EAL support in the classroom.
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Inclusive EAL Classroom Tips

A list of tips to help you create an inclusive classroom for your EAL learners.

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Successful ways to motivate your learners checklist
An ideas checklist of tried and tested ways to motivate your learners.

Teacher Actions and Strategies for Supporting Refugees

A practical list of strategies to help foster equality in your classroom.

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Tips for choosing a book to read
A useful tool to act as a prompt for your learners as they seek out books to ignite their passion for reading.
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Top tips for engaging EAL parents
A checklist with top tips that you can use to engage EAL parents.
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Top tips for supporting EAL learners in the mainstream classroom
A checklist of top tips for supporting EAL learners in the mainstream classroom. Includes tips on oral language development, teaching vocabulary, error correction techniques, reading and writing.

Top Tips to Make You A Great EAL Teacher

A list of top tips to help you become a great EAL teacher.

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EAL teacher guidance

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