Regional English Language Office - Amman

Hello English Language Educators!

Are you interested in expanding your knowledge and skills as an English language teacher? Are you interested in taking an online course developed by a U.S. university?
If yes, apply to be part of the Online Professional English Network (OPEN) Program through the U.S. Embassy’s Regional English Language Office in Amman today! Certificates and digital badges are issued by the U.S. Department of State for all those who pass the course.
Application: https://forms.office.com/g/z8LVaP1Nm9
Deadline: Feb 12th

The final step in an effective business email is the sign-off. You can choose a sign-off that matches the tone of your email. Depending on who you are emailing, you may choose a sign-off that is more formal or more casual. What sign-off do you usually use in your emails?

💰 Microfinancing means giving small loans to help people start or grow a small business.
How can microfinancing help someone in your community? 🌍 Did you complete the English for Business and Entrpreneurship MOOC this summer? If not, don't worry. This course will be offered again soon! Learn more here: https://www.openenglishprograms.org/MOOC

Spot the Mistake. I’ve always enjoyed painting, especially when I have free times on weekends. Last Saturday, I went to the park and painted a landscape that turned out really nice. My friend told to me it looked as something from a postcard.
There are some mistakes in the sentences above. Can you find them and explain why they are wrong? Comment below.

End your email with a short sentence that summarizes your message. This is called a closing sentence. It helps the reader know what to do next. Look at the examples in the graphic. Which closing sentence do you think is more polite and professional—A or B?

Hello English Language Educators!

Are you interested in expanding your knowledge and skills as an English language teacher? Are you interested in taking an online course developed by a U.S. university?
If yes, apply to be part of the Online Professional English Network (OPEN) Program through the U.S. Embassy’s Regional English Language Office in Amman today! Certificates and digital badges are issued by the U.S. Department of State for all those who pass the course.

Application: https://forms.office.com/g/GLWaX5dgBt
Deadline: July 19th

🎉🎉🎉Happy Snapshot 📸 Saturday, teachers! 👉Share your strategies/ideas with us below✍️ ⚠️Disclaimer: Please do not share images, videos or personal information of your students for their privacy and safety.

🎙️ Have you ever used podcasts as a part of your teaching? 💡 What are the benefits and 🎯 challenges of using student podcasting? 🗣️ Share your experiences with us in the comments below! 👇 📖 Check out this article in the latest issue of English Teaching Forum about how students can produce their own podcasts: �https://americanenglish.state.gov/files/ae/resource_files/etf_63_2_-_innovative_student_-_pages_16-25.pdf
👉 Don’t forget to use the Reader’s Guide on page 27 (📘 pre-reading and 📗 post-reading questions) to guide your reading and discussions. 📰 Access the full journal here: 🔗 https://bit.ly/ETForum-63-2

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This tip is not meant for live conversations, but instead for listening to recordings such as podcasts or videos. The next time you're listening to a recording, see if you can pick out one specific sound. This can be especially helpful if there is a sound in English that you struggle to identify. 🔊👂🎧 Have you tried this listening tip? Share your ideas for how to improve listening in the comments below!