Thought-provoking articles and classroom ideas for English teachers who never stop learning.
Teaching is an incredibly rewarding job. We have the privilege of inspiring and guiding our learners, and often they teach us as well. But let’s face it - there are moments when we feel like we’re running out of steam and counting down the days until the end of term and our next break. If you’ve found yourself feeling drained, unmotivated, or just plain overwhelmed, you’re not alone and might be dealing with something common: burnout.
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Discover innovative strategies to give young learners more opportunities to speak English in the classroom. From encouraging repetition and multiple answers, to letting students take control and understand what they are saying, this guide provides practical tips to enhance their language skills. Dive in and transform your teaching approach today!
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Reading is a superpower that unlocks almost everything in life, from tackling schoolwork to allowing us to escape and explore imaginary universes. Yet, here in Spain, our students' reading comprehension levels are struggling to keep up with the rest of Europe. Let’s take a look at what’s happening and how we as teachers can help to turn things around.
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In this article, Richard Moon shares some thoughts about using AI in the classroom and how he has been using it to engage learners and cut down on preparation time while also considering some of AIs drawbacks.
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Are you looking for a break from your regular lessons? The calendar is filled with important and quirky dates that are commemorated all around the world. These special days are a great opportunity to plan something different as well as educational for your class.
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Teenagers are often labelled as defiant, rebellious, and out of control. However, teens are also thoughtful, curious, and energetic, and if we can position ourselves as their ally and guide, teaching them can be a rewarding experience.
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Take a deep dive into the transformative effects of independent learning. These practical, easy-to-implement ideas will help you help your students develop lifelong learning skills and encourage them to take ownership of their learning journey.
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