Around The Web In ESL/EFL/ELL

Eight years ago I began this regular feature where I share a few posts and resources from around the Web related to ESL/EFL or to language in general that have caught my attention.

You might also be interested in all my Best lists on teaching ELLs.

Also, check out A Collection Of My Best Resources On Teaching English Language Learners.

In addition, look for our latest book on teaching ELLs, The ELL Teacher’s Toolbox 2.0.

Here are this week’s choices:

We’ve just given the Seidlitz website a little makeover, & TBH, we’re pretty obsessed. Check out the new look—& all the fab training opportunities & resources! https://t.co/0KakI7oapE pic.twitter.com/GMj3kw8rVe

— Seidlitz Education (@Seidlitz_Ed) July 28, 2025

New: STRONG SENTENCE FRAMES TO SUPPORT YOUR ELLS.

Sentence frames built on clear objectives serve as effective scaffolds for English learners. Ortiz-Agib & Cummins share classroom-tested strategies. #edusky @larryferlazzo.bsky.social @valentinaesl.bsky.social

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— MiddleWeb (@middleweb.bsky.social) July 29, 2025 at 11:47 AM

What does research say about the L2 writing teachers’ cognition, practice & expertise? ⁰ ⁰This infographic summarises evidence from 67 studies.

🧑‍🏫 Ts can adapt their instructional approaches according to their context and students’ needs.

👨‍🏫 Ts can consider taking leadership… https://t.co/r6DyZUE2dv pic.twitter.com/HbfneZR69i

— TESOLgraphics (@tesolgraphics) July 29, 2025

How do you get students to stretch 🤸🏾 a sentence and elaborate more on an 💡 idea? #teachingtips #teachingideas #teachingresources #LanguageLearning #languagedevelopment pic.twitter.com/d5E2El49Vj

— 🌍 ναℓєηтιηα gσηzαℓєz (@ValentinaESL) July 29, 2025

How to honor student identity

1️⃣ Amplify student voice
2️⃣ Display student work
3️⃣ Give choice in reading, writing, products, etc.
4️⃣ Build relationships
5️⃣ Focus on students
6️⃣ Put a spotlight on cultures#teaching #teachingkids #diversity #equity #inclusion pic.twitter.com/i4iQhDn4gj

— 🌍 ναℓєηтιηα gσηzαℓєz (@ValentinaESL) July 29, 2025

Love using #QSSSA in your classroom? Ready to take it to the next level? @StFleenor shares 2 easy strategies to turbocharge your #StructuredConversations. https://t.co/7zLMi3WZr6 pic.twitter.com/E3T9biRvLP

— Seidlitz Education (@Seidlitz_Ed) July 28, 2025

Here’s a recent issue of my favorite language teaching journal, Humanising Language Instruction.

While bilingual education is under attack, research shows that, on average, bilingual programs benefit students, particularly English-learner classified students, more than being in an English-only program. Learn more from Education Week. https://t.co/i4meWPVCnv

— UChicago Urban Teacher Education Program (UTEP) (@ChicagoUTEP) August 1, 2025

6 Strategies for Successful Co-teaching is from Edutopia. I’m adding it to The Best Resources On Co-Teaching With ELLs – Please Suggest More.