In today's world, teaching English as a Second Language (E.S.L.) is big business. An expanding global communications network has made English the international language of choice. In Highway to E.S.L., authors Rik Ruiter and Pinky Dang provide an easy-to-understand guide, not only for individuals seeking a new and rewarding career teaching English, but also for experienced E.S.L. instructors who wish to improve their classroom skills.Written in a user-friendly format that includes detailed course planning and an appendix containing a variety of useful evaluation forms, Highway To E.S.L. supplies readers with valuable information on how to teach the different disciplines of English-a vital component to successful education in both domestic and international markets. Other key topics include:ʺNecessary teaching methodologies and approachesʺInnovative personal teaching tips ʺProficient classroom managementʺTroubleshooting common classroom problemsʺEfficient planning that utilizes timetablesʺStimulating activity suggestionsʺEffective curriculum and lesson planning for grammar, reading, writing, listening, and speakingʺIncorporating both conventional and non-conventional teaching resources in the classroomIn Highway to E.S.L., Ruiter and Dang answer the common "who, where, when, what, why, and how" questions of both experienced and inexperienced E.S.L. teachers, providing teachers with the vital information needed to educate eager minds.