How to Set Up Oral Homework: A Case of Limited Technology

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Cover of English Teaching Forum 2010, Volume 48, Number 3 showing a baseball glove, baseball, and baseball bat

This article discusses the benefits and challenges of having students complete oral homework as a way to practice speaking skills. The author explains the technology necessary as well as steps to follow when using this type of homework when designing a course. Also provided is a detailed list of assignments that can be completed orally (as an individual or in a group) and how a teacher can give feedback on this work and keep records.

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Elba Méndez

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Teachers Pronunciation Speaking Teacher Training Technology in Teaching Technology
Cover of English Teaching Forum 2010, Volume 48, Number 3 showing a baseball glove, baseball, and baseball bat

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English Teaching Forum 2010, Volume 48, Number 3

Baseball is the focus of this issue. "Baseball: A National Tradition" offers an in-depth look at this popular American sport, while the Lesson Plan provides activities to interest students in baseball. Other articles in this issue discuss teaching critical thinking to prepare EFL students for univer