English Toolbox Tips

In our last contest, we asked you to tell us how and why you are (or are not) using CALL in your classroom. Our favorite response came from Max R. in Dubai. Max says that he develops CALL materials for use by his students (and, of course, utilizes the interactive exercises he buys from English Toolbox), but gives them out to be used as homework review. He feels the time spent in class should be devoted to interaction between teacher and students, and that using a computer in class takes away from the focused attention required to teach. Nice answer, Max: you get five free English Toolbox credits (and your students get five more exercises with which to practice their English!).

Our next contest takes up the issue of professional organizations associated with TEFL. Do you belong to any? Why or why not, and which ones? Do they help you in your professional development? The most interesting and detailed answer will earn the sender five free English Toolbox credits, even if s/he does not currently subscribe. Send your thoughts to info@englishtoolbox.com by 15 November to qualify.