Thought-provoking articles and classroom ideas for English teachers who never stop learning.
Socio-Emotional Learning (SEL) is a hot topic in education these days, often finding its way onto school websites and into teacher training modules. Beyond its buzzword status, SEL has deep implications for us as teachers. After all, emotional intelligence is a fundamental aspect of early childhood education. When we integrate SEL into daily classroom life, through games, expectations, and purposeful, creative activities, children gain the tools they need to understand themselves and build healthy relationships with others.
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Neurodiversity is a major buzzword in education these days, but what exactly is it, and what does it mean for my students and classroom?
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Imagine: you’ve got everything planned and prepped for your primary English class. Your slides are ready, bursting with activities to revise earlier learning and take you and the class through today’s lesson. The video listening from the online coursebook is cued up and you’ve found a perfect, interactive online game you can all play together at the end of the lesson.
That’s when the power cut happens.
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Have you ever wondered why some students grasp a concept instantly while others seem to drift away, even when you’re sure you explained it clearly?
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Last autumn, I sat in the staff room of a multilingual school in Valencia listening to two colleagues debate how to integrate ChatGPT into their language lessons. One argued that generative models could help learners practise conversation at home. The other worried translation tools might sap students’ motivation. Their exchange captures a broader shift: AI tools are no longer experimental curiosities; they are reshaping how we teach, learn and even think.
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Whether you’re eager to get back to the classroom or dreading vacations coming to an end, returning to a school routine can be a challenge. On this month’s blog post, we provide some tips and tricks for teachers and students to help you get back to routine and beat those holiday blues.
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In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, traditional teaching methods are being challenged by innovative approaches that prioritize student engagement and real-world application. One such transformative method is Project-Based Learning (PBL). Imagine a classroom where students are not just passive recipients of information, but active participants in their own learning journey. Through PBL, students tackle complex problems, collaborate with peers, and develop critical thinking skills that prepare them for the demands of the 21st century. This article delves into the power of Project-Based Learning, exploring its key strategies, benefits, and the profound impact it has on both educators and students.
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