Running Live English Lessons Online — Tools and Techniques

Published April 7, 2026 · Online Teaching

The Shift to Online English Teaching

By 2026, an estimated 60% of 1-on-1 adult English lessons occur online. But many teachers simply screen-share a PDF. This misses the interactive potential of purpose-built online teaching tools.

Live Session Mode — Real-Time Monitoring

The teacher displays the worksheet while student answers appear in real-time via database subscription. No more "Are you done yet?" — the teacher sees pace and can intervene when students struggle.

Drawing Canvas for Annotation

In-browser drawing overlay: circle errors, underline phrases, draw timelines. Multiple colors, eraser, works alongside the teaching toolbar.

Google Meet Integration

When a lesson is booked, a Google Meet link generates automatically via Calendar API. Students join from their booking confirmation or Student Hub.

Interactive Exercises During Live Lessons

Select up to 12 exercises. Start with warm-up (matching/MC), progress to production (writing/discussion), end with reflection. After each exercise, rate nano-skill mastery for progress tracking.

Online vs Face-to-Face Comparison

AspectOnlineFace-to-Face
MaterialsInstant, interactivePrinted copies
Progress dataAutomaticManual notes
Travel timeZero30-60 min
What's the best video platform for ESL?

Google Meet for simplicity and Calendar integration. Zoom for breakout rooms in group lessons.

How do you keep students engaged online?

Interactive exercises every 3-5 min, vary exercise types, use drawing canvas for visual stimulation.

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