Students can receive one-on-one speaking consultations, participate in workshops and attend speaker events for the Center ...

When Chris Obolensky arrived at the University of Virginia three years ago, he was surprised to learn that that there was no place on Grounds that focused specifically on helping students hone their ...

Teachers can use resources connected to students’ goals—such as traveling for work or pleasure—to make coursework meaningful ...

There are few things more dreaded than public speaking, in no small part because those who have it thrust upon them may have no previous experience communicating with a crowd. So it stands to reason ...

Using priming language is a powerful way to set the stage for learning, and we’ve got a free downloadable word bank here to ...

Beyond formal presentations, the Common Core State Standards for Speaking and Listening demand a broad range of social-interaction skills with a focus on oral communication. At first glance, the list ...

The Bridge English Placement Test measures competencies in all English language and academic skills, including reading, writing, listening and speaking. Per University requirements, incoming ...

Despite the teaser for this blog on the home page saying I will tackle the “complexities and nuances” of teaching English-language learners, I admit I have already missed at least one nuance. Claude ...

Students at UNC must demonstrate proficiency in a global language as a graduation requirement. However, motives for learning ...