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📢 Today 📢

Join Us for an AE Live Series 22 Viewing Session! 🎥✨

🎨 This week’s session will focus on the theme of Managing and Engaging Large Classes with Long-Term Teams
During this session facilitated by English Language Specialist Tamrika, you will watch, learn, and discuss ideas from Kitty Purgason about the benefits of organizing classes into long-term teams.

⏰ Time: TODAY at 16.00 MSK
🔗 Learn more and register:  https://bit.ly/4ck92Sg

🎓 NEW Course: Teaching Teens with Carol Foye 🎓

Attention English teachers! 🌟

Join us for an exciting new opportunity led by Virtual English Language Specialist, Carol Foye. This course will consist of two phases with the first phase and 5-week course starting on May 30. Explore innovative strategies and practical techniques specifically designed for teaching teenagers.
The second phase will restart at the end of August.
What you can expect:
Online tasks and materials 
Effective strategies for engaging teens
New tools and technology
Ideas and materials for all proficiency levels
This course is a great chance to connect with other educators while gaining valuable insights into teaching teens
💻 Don’t miss out! Register today and expand your teaching skills with this unique, free opportunity!

🔗 Register now: https://amc.timepad.ru/event/3361246/ 

Join us on May 28 at 17:00 MSK time for a one-hour discussion led by Regional English Language Officer Jennifer Uhler and English Language Specialist Tamrika Khvtisiashvili! 
This is your chance to dive into the connections between English language teachers in Russia and the United States.

You’ll hear firsthand from experts about:
🔹 What excellence looks like in virtual exchanges 🔹 Managing impactful teaching projects 🔹 Inspiring stories of how education connects us all
🗣 Be ready to explore English language teaching from an American perspective in Russia!
🎓 Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to engage, learn, and connect!

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4dfqbNo 

✨ Meet AE Live Webinar presenter ✨

We are thrilled to welcome our next AE Live Webinar presenter, Kitty Purgason, whose webinar "Managing and Engaging Large Classes with Long-Term Teams" will take place this week! 

🔗 Join on your own on Zoom on May 21 at 15:00 or 20:00 MSK here: https://zoom.us/j/96503218412 

🎧👀 Join with a teacher community with American Center Moscow and English Language Specialist Tamrika Khvtisiashvili on May 22 at 16:00 MSK here: https://bit.ly/4ck92Sg

✨ Self-Care Sunday: Journaling for Reflection ✨

English teachers are so busy! This Sunday, take 10 minutes for yourself and reflect on the week that’s passed. Grab your journal and ask yourself:
🌟 What went well this week?
💪 What am I proud of?
📚 What’s one thing I’ve learned this week?
✨ What would I like to improve moving forward?
Journaling helps teachers (and students) clear the mind, process emotions, and gives a sense of accomplishment as you reflect on personal growth. Plus, it’s a perfect way to set a positive tone for the week ahead! 🌱📝

Take a moment to celebrate your successes, no matter how big or small, and give yourself some grace for any challenges. You’ve got this! 💪💖

🌍 Saturday Culture Share: Aloha from Hawaii! 🌺

Let’s take a virtual trip to Hawaii - a place rich in natural beauty and cultural meaning. From active volcanoes to deep-rooted traditions, there’s so much to explore in your English classroom!
🔸 Cultural element of the week: The Lei In Hawaiian culture, a lei is a garland or necklace made from flowers, leaves, shells, or seeds. It's given as a symbol of love, friendship, celebration, or honor. 🌸 Here is a fact: It’s considered impolite to remove a lei in front of the person who gave it to you - a sign of deep respect for the gesture.
🔸 Teacher Resource:
For a deeper dive into Hawaiian geology and the formation of the islands, check out this comprehensive lesson plan from the U.S. National Park Service: https://bit.ly/3YFjfTQ 

🔸 Classroom project idea:
"Plan a trip to Hawaii!" Ask your students to create a short travel brochure or digital presentation. They should describe what they would do, see, and learn in Hawaii

🌟 Forum Friday! 🌟

Looking to introduce your students to a NEW genre of writing? ✍️ This week’s focus is on crafting constructive restaurant reviews! 🍽️

Check out this article and help your students:
• Learn how to write engaging and constructive restaurant reviews online 📝
• Explore and connect with their local community 🏘️
• Share their personal experiences and opinions in a meaningful way 

👉 Access the article here: 🔗 https://bit.ly/44XV9r5 

👉See the entire digital issue of ET Forum 63.1 here:
🔗 https://bit.ly/ETForum-63-1 

🗣️ Teaching Tip Thursday
Looking for a simple way to boost your students’ speaking fluency? Try the 3-2-1 Strategy! 🎯
Here’s how it works:
🔸 Speak on a topic for 3 minutes
🔸 Repeat the same topic for 2 minutes
🔸 Then again for just 1 minute

Each round encourages students to be more fluent, focused, and concise. It’s a great warm-up or end-of-class activity—and works well for all levels! 💬✨

Bonus tip: Let students choose topics they’re passionate about to make it even more fun! 🎙️🔥

🌋 Vocabulary Wednesday: Volcano Idioms & Expressions

🔥 Feeling like a volcano? Let’s explore explosive English expressions! Today’s theme: Idioms related to volcanoes and eruptions—perfect for connecting with this week’s Molodets module!

Here are a few you can teach or post:
"Blow your top" – to become very angry 😤
"Erupt with laughter" – to suddenly start laughing loudly 😂
"A volcanic temper" – someone who gets angry very easily 😬
"Pressure builds up" – when stress or tension is increasing 😰

💬 Try this: Ask your students to create their own sentences using one of these idioms—or even draw a cartoon showing the expression!

📢 LAST CALL 📢

Our first webinar is TOMORROW! Don’t miss out on the chance to work with an American English language educator! 🧑‍🏫
The Virtual Educators and Specialists projects are back, and it's your final chance to register for the mandatory May webinars to learn how to submit your proposal for the Fall 2025 semester.

🗓️ Register now for one of the mandatory May webinars!

TOMORROW: May 14, 17:00 MSK 🔗 https://bit.ly/421GGsr

May 15, 10:00 MSK 🔗 https://bit.ly/4iT10SR

🌟 Materials Monday: Teaching with Molodets – Module 11 🌟

Kick off the week with Molodets Module 11, designed to engage students with topics in grammar, vocabulary, and American culture! Here’s what this module offers:
🔹 Grammar Focus: Zero Conditionals Perfect for teaching how to express general truths or scientific facts—If you heat water to 100°C, it boils. Students will practice using this structure with real-world examples!
🔹 Vocabulary Theme: Scientific Facts & Natural Phenomena Explore scientific concepts related to scientific facts and natural phenomena. Students will expand their vocabulary while learning about the environment, weather, and more!
🔹 American Culture Topic: Volcanoes in Alaska and Hawaii Introduce your students to the fascinating world of volcanoes in the U.S., focusing on Alaska and Hawaii. Learn about these powerful natural wonders and their impact on the local culture and geography.

This module combines grammar, vocabulary, and culture for a dynamic learning experience. 🌋📚✨

🌟 Weekend Wisdom for English Teachers! 🌟

Looking for ways to boost learner engagement in your classroom? Check out this valuable resource for fresh strategies and ideas! 📚✨

Teacher's Corner: Promoting Learner Engagement will help you:
Discover interactive activities that spark student interest 🎯
Learn how to build a positive, dynamic classroom environment 🏫
Encourage active participation and critical thinking 💭
Gain practical tips to motivate your students for long-term success 🚀

👉 Explore ideas here: https://bit.ly/3GYojMM 

🧠✨ 4 Brain Breaks for Different Classroom Needs
Not all brain breaks are created equal! Whether your class needs a boost of energy, a moment of calm, or a reset to refocus, the right break can make all the difference.

Have you ever “walked the room,” done box breathing, or facilitated a quick chat? 

Fridays are the perfect time to try something new—learn how to match brain breaks with your students’ needs to finish the week strong. 💡👩‍🏫👨‍🏫

📚 Learn about more brain breaks here: https://bit.ly/4iBnR4s 

📢 Today 📢

Join Us for an AE Live Series 22 Viewing Session! 🎥✨

🎨 This week’s session will focus on the theme of Promoting Motivation and Engagement in the Adult Language Classroom.
During this session, Jennifer Rives will share techniques to build adult learners’ motivation and engagement across different language levels and settings, including classroom and virtual environments. 

⏰ Time: TODAY at 16.00 MSK

🔗 Learn more and register:  https://bit.ly/4ck92Sg

📚 Rethinking Adult ESL Reading Instruction 🧠

Teaching adults how to read in a new language presents challenges and opportunities. Adult learners can build on existing literacy and reading skills to boost their learning.

Barbara Gottschalk's article looks at common misconceptions and offers strategies for effective adult ESL reading instruction. She emphasizes the importance of leveraging learners' prior knowledge and tailoring instruction to their unique needs.​

🔗 Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4iK6u1s 

✨ Meet AE Live Webinar presenter ✨

We are thrilled to welcome our next AE Live Webinar presenter, Jennifer Rives, whose webinar "Promoting Motivation and Engagement in the Adult Language Classroom" will take place this week! 

🔗 Join on your own on Zoom on May 7 at 15:00 or 20:00 MSK here: https://zoom.us/j/96503218412 

🎧👀 Join with a teacher community with American Center Moscow and English Language Specialist Tamrika Khvtisiashvili on May 8 at 16:00 MSK here: https://bit.ly/4ck92Sg