The Bridge English Placement Test measures competencies in all English language and academic skills, including reading, writing, listening and speaking. Per University requirements, incoming ...

As most educators know, the Common Core State Standards provide little guidance for how teachers can assist their English-language learner students to meet them. To fill the gap, here’s a short ...

In our first installment, we shared a short summary of the speaking and listening standards, along with a few ways that we attempt to meet them in our classrooms. As we stated, discussions—both in ...

Sometimes, it’s the small things that make the difference between an average leader and a great leader. Nowhere is this more evident than in communication. The traits and skills we display when we ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. In an era dominated by AI, algorithms, and automation, it’s easy to feel that career success hinges on mastering technology - not ...

“Listening is not the act of hearing the words spoken; it is the art of understanding the meaning behind those words.” –Simon Sinek Speaking is a critical life skill that we’re taught from birth. In ...

Communication skills are among the most important and needed in every job, regardless of the level of the position. Most people concentrate on speaking and writing but give very little emphasis to the ...