Teaching English for a Changing World: From A1 to AI: A Global Guide to ESL Instruction in the Age of AI, from Foundations to Fluency - Couverture souple

Hadel, Jacqueline

 
9798294527778: Teaching English for a Changing World: From A1 to AI: A Global Guide to ESL Instruction in the Age of AI, from Foundations to Fluency

Synopsis

Teaching ESL in the Modern Era: A Global Guide for 2025 and Beyond

In a world transformed by technology, migration, and global connectivity, teaching English as a Second Language has never been more challenging—or more vital.

Drawing on over two decades of international teaching experience, Teaching ESL in the Modern Era offers a comprehensive, forward-looking guide for educators who want to thrive in today’s classrooms and beyond. Written by Jackie H., an ESL teacher, CELTA and DELTA-trained educator, and certified CELTA trainer, this book blends timeless teaching principles with cutting-edge practices for a rapidly changing profession.

Inside, you’ll discover:

  • How to effectively teach every level of English—from A1 beginners to C2 advanced learners—using American proficiency terminology and CEFR alignment

  • Practical strategies for lesson planning, differentiation, and building learner autonomy

  • How to integrate AI ethically and effectively into teaching, feedback, and student practice

  • Guidance on academic integrity, authentic learner voice, and meaningful assessment in the AI age

  • Tools for digital literacy, tech-enhanced communication, and global English proficiency

  • Insights from CELTA and DELTA training, with templates and reflection logs for professional growth

  • Sustainable practices to avoid burnout, inspire creativity, and build a long-term teaching career

With six detailed appendices—including sample lesson plans, AI tools for ESL, CELTA/DELTA templates, a global resource list, prompt decks, and a curated reading guide—this book is both a practical manual and a mentor in print.

Whether you’re a new teacher starting your CELTA, a seasoned educator adapting to AI-powered classrooms, or a trainer preparing the next generation of teachers, this book will help you navigate the evolving ESL landscape with confidence, humanity, and purpose.

Teaching ESL in the Modern Era is not just about teaching English. It’s about empowering learners, building bridges across cultures, and shaping a more connected world—one classroom at a time.

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