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In this quick English lesson, I teach polite expressions that every English learner should know: Thank you You’re welcome ma’am = ma + am Many ESL and ELL learners hear the word ma’am in conversation but may not realize it is a contraction. Understanding contractions helps improve listening skills, pronunciation, and everyday communication in English. This is a simple but powerful vocabulary and pronunciation lesson that supports respectful language use in real conversations. Small grammar lessons like this make a big difference in confidence when speaking English. Learn something new every day with Ms. James, your English teacher in a classroom without walls. #ESLLesson #LearnOnTikTok #TikTokLearningCampaign #LearnEnglish #EnglishVocabulary
MsJames3,300,000 views • 6 months ago
#entrepreneur #TikTokLearningCampaign In this lesson, my students defined the word entrepreneur in their own words — and then I connected it to the phrase they often use: standing on business. We explored how this popular expression actually mirrors the qualities of a true entrepreneur — someone who gets it done, takes initiative, and builds something meaningful. To bridge their slang with academic vocabulary, I introduced the word infuse, explaining how an entrepreneur infuses their business with creativity, drive, and vision. This is how language evolves — when we blend culture, context, and curriculum. #Entrepreneurship in real life and real time. #Entrepreneur #entrepreneurshiptips2024 #Infuse #BusinessMindset #StudentVoices #TikTokLearning #LearnOnTikTok #StandOnBusiness #VocabularyEnglish #LearningAdvancedEnglish #HighLevelVocabulary #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #ESLLesson #ClassroomConnections #MiddleSchoolELA
MsJames819,300 views • 1 year ago
#idioms It’s Back to School season, and what better way to start than with a fun grammar lesson on idioms! Idioms are expressions that don’t mean exactly what the words say, and they’re a great way to expand vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, and sharpen critical thinking skills in the English classroom. In this video, I share 28 common idioms tied to school, learning, and collaboration — like “hit the books,” “make the grade,” and “burn the midnight oil.” Students (and teachers!) will not only learn their meanings but also practice connecting figurative language to real-life situations. This activity is perfect for: • ELA classrooms exploring figurative language • ESL/ELL students building cultural and linguistic knowledge • Teachers looking for engaging icebreakers on the first day of school Let’s make idioms memorable, meaningful, and fun — right from the very first day of class! #FigurativeLanguage #LearningEnglish #TeachingGrammar #ESLLesson
MsJames192,200 views • 1 year ago
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