Author Archives: Elizabeth - Page 2
Include IncluSIG in Your Inclusive Classroom
(Try saying that 3 times fast!) An Interview with Michelle Paquette, chair of IncluSIG, SPEAQ’s Special Interest Group to support Inclusive Education. Michelle Paquette, IncluSIG chair and more… Michelle Paquette…
Interview: A Science and Technology LES for Intensive ESL Students
I spoke with Isabelle Mapleston, an Intensive ESL teacher at the CSSMI who has been presenting the annual Junior Tech Challenge to her students for the past 3 years. …
Icebreakers for the Online Classroom
Spring is here, the snow is melting, and ice is breaking everywhere! Inspired by nature, we want to share some engaging icebreakers that we have been using in our online…
Diary of an ESL Teacher During the Time of COVID-19
During the pandemic, I have had the opportunity to meet many extraordinary teachers and consultants from all over Quebec who have reached out to share their experiences to help their…
Teaching COVID-Style
Olga Chashka is an Intensive ESL teacher at CS des Découvreurs. She is currently teaching her students in the classroom, and online. Her positivity and enthusiasm will impress you. …
chalk.n.coffee: An ESL Podcast for the Times
We have recently been witness to an unprecedented generosity within our ESL community. Everyone is sharing ideas and offering help in a plethora of ways. Hello! My name is Jacqueline…
MISSION POSSIBLE: ESL Challenges for Primary and Secondary Students
These missions were created by consultants from LEARN, SPEAQ and the CSDL, and were developed for students to practice English at home in a safe and motivating way. Choose the…
We Need a New Mantra: What Will Yours Be?
We Need a New Mantra: What Will Yours Be? Mantras are one way to practice mindfulness because we focus on a word or phrase as a way to calm and…
Get a Grip! Junior Tech Challenge 2020
Get a Grip! Junior Tech Challenge 2020 Are you looking for a fun science and technology LES that will provide your students with the perfect conditions for practicing English and…
SPEAQ Convention 2019
Journal of a Participant: My SPEAQ 2019 Convention in Montreal #yourpotential Thursday November 21 2:00 PM Preamble I’m ready to go. Bags packed, workshops ready. I decide to leave my…
RÉCIT: Highlights From Our Facebook Chat: May 30, 2018
RÉCIT offered four different online training and sharing sessions. Here are the highlights of the second one, Q & A: Resources to Integrate Technology in the ESL Classroom presented via Facebook…
RÉCIT: Highlights From Our Twitter Chat-Strategies for a More Inclusive Classroom
RÉCIT offered four different online training and sharing sessions. Here are the highlights of the first one, Strategies for a More Inclusive Classroom presented on Twitter on May 22, 2018.
My Year of Experimentation: Intensive ESL and the Developmental Literacy Continuum
The Developmental Literacy Continuum was introduced to us just over a year ago by Thomas Stenzel of LEARN. After, a couple sessions, we were hooked! This tool would give teachers…
RÉCIT Webinar-June 13, 2018
RÉCIT is four different online training and sharing sessions. The fourth, and last of the series, Supporting Language Learners Who Are At-Risk for Reading and Language Difficulty, will be held on…
RÉCIT Swap Shop-June 4, 2018
RÉCIT is offering four different online training and sharing sessions. The third, 5-Minute Presentations on Great Ideas to Integrate ICTs in Your Classroom will be held on June 4 at…
Intensig Spring Gig 2018: The Happiness Project
On May 4, 2018 Intensive ESL teachers from all over Québec met with SPEAQ’s IntenSIG team at the CSDGS in La Prairie and we all left smiling and happy! We…
Archived Web Event: English Appreciation Day-Promoting Positivity and Kindness
Want to find out how a t-shirt can energize your classroom and contribute to your school’s community spirit? This web event aims to introduce participants to a positive, fun and…
Singing the Grade School Blues with Rob Lutes
Are you looking for an artist to visit your Intensive ESL class? Introducing Rob Lutes-an accomplished, local, singer/songwriter who performs in Quebec, across Canada and Europe. Nominated for two Maple Blues Awards -…
Archived Web Event: Get Ready for PyeongChang 2018!
Korea will be hosting the upcoming winter Olympics from February 9-26, 2018. Would you like to learn all about this upcoming event, and get connected to resources and activities to…
Interview with Tina Milo: Drama in the ESL Classroom
Tina Milo is the founder of Big Little Actors. She gives acting workshops to students in their own classrooms. If you’re looking for an in-school field trip, BIG…