Thought-provoking articles and classroom ideas for English teachers who never stop learning.
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The classroom is more than a place where learning happens. When space, organisation, and wellbeing are considered together, it becomes a dynamic environment that supports curiosity, concentration, and student growth every day.
Read this postWe see more and more students with dyslexia, autism and ADHD in our language classes. It’s something I hear almost on a daily basis.
It’s important to realize this and to be aware of the lived experiences of our neurodivergent students. But awareness is not enough. We need to change what we are doing and how we are doing it. We need to adjust our teaching to the needs of these students.
Read this postExam season is upon us once again and many of our students will be taking Cambridge exams to demonstrate their level and consolidate the learning they’ve built up throughout the year. Secondary students might be taking the A2 Key or B1 Preliminary, or one of Cambridge’s higher-level qualifications such as B2 First for Schools or the C1 Advanced.
Read this postWhat is visual literacy and why is it an important topic for teenagers in today’s world? Learn all about it and find five practical, low-prep, high motivation ideas for developing visual literacy skills in the teen classroom on our latest blog.
Read this postSocio-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.
Read this postWhen the school year draws to a close, marks frequently take center stage. Students, especially older ones, sit quietly bent over their final papers, projects are hastily wrapped up, and the countdown begins. But what if, instead of rushing toward the end, we paused to truly honour the journey we’ve taken with our learners?
Read this postDiscover 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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