ESL Directions

Week of June 30/25

Check out the new AI-generated podcasts (through Google NotebookLM) on the “Find digital ESL resources” and “Create digital ESL resources” pages. Posted on our new Spotify account, each podcast does a “deep dive” into a specific resource and how you can use it in your online classes for ESL beginners.

Week of June 23/25

This lesson plan focuses on teaching students about Alberta’s main regions, including their physical characteristics and main resources.

The lesson plan includes a variety of activities, such as vocabulary flashcards, audio activities, quizzes, and reflection questions. Aimed at CLB Stage I learners, the plan emphasizes speaking, listening, and reading skills.

Week of June 16/25

This lesson plan helps ESL beginners living in Edmonton to understand the city’s grid system of numbered streets and avenues.

The lesson plan includes activities to enhance vocabulary, increase understanding of addresses, and develop map skills. This lesson will allow your students to feel more comfortable navigating their new city.

Week of June 9/25

This lesson plan teaches beginning ESL students how to sing “O Canada.” The plan includes vocabulary building, understanding the anthem’s meaning, and pronunciation practice. Activities involve listening, singing, and reflecting on personal experiences with national anthems.

Week of June 2/25

This lesson plan teaches ordinal numbers to beginner ESL students. Activities include vocabulary practice, digital and spelled-out numbers, short video and audio activities, and some examples of when to use ordinal numbers. Students also discuss their feelings about math and how it is taught in their first country compared to here in Canada.