Discussion Groups / ESL Teaching / May 2005

What does "Scope and sequence" mean with regard to a study course?
Would it be correct to say that it means the areas/topics covered
(scope) and the order in which they are taught (sequence)? Or is it a
technical phrase (synonym)used to denote syllabus?

I was wondering if it is gramatically correct to say -
"The film was shown on both BBC1 and BBC2, and on Channel 4."
and is also correct to state this as -
"The film was shown on both BBC1 and 2, and on Channel 4."

I'm from Argentina. I'm studying at a teacher training college to
become a teacher in English. I consider this course a very difficult
task to achieve because, although many people speak in English in
private institutions, it does not happen the same in everyday life. So,

Partnership Opportunity
I am with a fine jewelry manufacturer and am currently looking for
those interested in forming a partnership to sell jewelry online in
places like eBay.  We manufacture our own jewelry and are located in

I am studying for my exams in English Literature, and I have bit of a
trouble to understand fully the registry usage. Reading through the
"Ways of Reading", by M. Montgomery (Surely a known book for English
Literature students out there) I can't say that I find much explanations.

She decided to go on a diet and lost her extra weight. She also decided to
shave! She actually became an amazingly beautiful woman. Her personality
changed and turned into a very good and compassionate human being.
Thanks.

Dear members,
I am an English teacher from Germany and would like to read the novel/watch
the movie "Leaving Las Vegas" with my pupils.
Can anybody tell me where to get some material, lesson plans, etc.?

I tried to find a list of common american english slang on the
internet, but I couldn't find one is useful. I am a non-native speaker,
and I want to learn more on conversational english, please give me some
good pointers.