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TALKING POINTS

• How Patrick’s early ELT materials inspired Picker Pals
• What a classroom teddy has to do with environmental action
• Why creative projects lead to bigger career breakthroughs
• The joy and power of collaboration — even with competitors
• How to bring real-world issues into the classroom

ABOUT

Patrick Jackson is an ELT author known for publications such as Everybody Up and Shine On. From 1996 to 2008, he lived and taught in Japan, and has since travelled widely as a speaker, sharing practical, common-sense approaches to language education. Patrick is especially interested in how classrooms can connect meaningfully with the wider world — and believes they’re at their best when they become places of purpose.

Since 2018, he has been the Creative Director of Picker Pals, an award-winning programme that motivates and equips primary school children to lead their families on litter-picking adventures and build a positive environmental mindset. Picker Pals has now been adopted by 72% of Irish primary schools and is expanding internationally.

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TALKING POINTS

1. Why “two experts in the room” is Megan’s go-to teaching philosophy
2. How she tailors sessions on the fly (including maternity leave vocabulary)
3. Why spontaneous conversations can be more valuable than structured grammar drills
4. Her best tip for helping learners see their progress, even when they can’t
5. What Business English teachers can learn from language learners themselves

ABOUT

Meg is from Manchester, UK. Her 10 years of teaching experience inspired her to start Mega Language Coach, offering individual classes online. Her speciality is Business English for professionals, interview preparation and improving spoken fluency, thanks to her background in marketing. She has plenty of experience living abroad and working in multilingual international environments. Meg speaks German and French and is currently learning Spanish, whilst travelling in Mexico. She aims to bring joy to the learning process, focusing on active speaking in the classroom.

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TALKING POINTS

1. What is Emergent Language? How Lewis discovered the power of emergent language through real-world teaching—and how it aligned with Dogme ELT and "Teaching Unplugged".
2. Letting Go of Control: Why embracing messiness and letting go of rigid lesson plans can lead to more meaningful learning.
3. The Student Emergent Language Framework (SELF): How SELF helps learners track, reflect on, and own their learning—plus how it can reverse-engineer an entire syllabus.
4. Reflection as a Teaching Tool: Lewis shares how reflection (for both teachers and students) underpins his framework—and why it’s often overlooked.
5. From Framework to Podcast: How Lewis’s learners used the SELF framework to create their own language podcast, showcasing language they truly needed.

ABOUT

Lewis Jaquest is a passionate English language and communication trainer and materials writer from Swansea, South Wales. He has worked in ELT for nearly 20 years. He began teaching English in Hamburg, Germany in 2007 and went on to do a Diploma in Teaching in Barcelona in 2019. Lewis founded his language and communication business, Wordsmithery, in the same year and transitioned to online teaching in 2020. He’s particularly interested in helping Business English learners communicate authentically and creates tailor-made materials for his online lessons which focus on exploiting emergent learner language to make learning experiences that are interactive, engaging and fun. He writes the regular newsletters “Gimme 5 “ for learners and “Bright Sparks - the Creative Business English Teacher” for educators. 

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TALKING POINTS

1. Why Debate? The benefits of debate for science students — from thinking on your feet to tackling tough questions at conferences.
2. Debating the Unexpected: How students explore both sides of controversial issues, often arguing a side they don’t personally agree with.
3. Not Just Language Practice: Why students are judged on the quality of their arguments and not their grammar.
4. Teamwork & Mediation: What happens when physicists, chemists, and engineers work together across cultures.
5. Winning Isn’t Everything: How structured competition builds confidence, curiosity, and deeper engagement in class.

ABOUT

Anila Ruth Scott-Monkhouse teaches general and academic English to undergraduate and PhD STEM students at the University of Parma, Italy. With qualifications including a degree in foreign languages, the Cambridge DELTA, and the CertPT, she brings a strong background in language education, assessment, and teacher training.

Anila’s work explores teaching and assessing ESP/EAP, task-based learning, and the role of emotions in the classroom. She’s a regular conference presenter and has published widely on learner needs, teacher development, and academic communication. Above all, she’s passionate about helping learners and educators thrive through reflective practice and meaningful challenge.

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TALKING POINTS

1. What Looks Good on Paper Isn’t Always the Right Fit: Scott reflects on contracts that promised the world, but delivered far less—and how to read between the lines.
2. What Scott Checks Before Signing: From checking the exit clause to aligning work expectations with your lifestyle.
3. Knowing Your Priorities: Why your dealbreakers matter more than rankings or salaries.
4. Tips for Confident Negotiation: How to ask for what you need—without feeling like you’re being difficult.

ABOUT

Scottie is an experienced ESL teacher with over ten years of teaching in places like Wuhan and Baghdad, currently based in Bangkok, Thailand. Today, he shares five essential lessons on finding the right contract as an ESL teacher—focusing on what works for your lifestyle, not just what looks best on paper. Alongside his teaching, Scottie creates mindful adventure travel content on Instagram and will soon launch YouTube content. Follow Scott on Instagram: @scottallis

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1. Why “Bad PD” Sparked a New Mission. How sitting in the back of dull sessions inspired Steve to raise the bar on professional learning.
2. The Baby Steps to Becoming a PD Leader. From Saturday workshops to national keynotes — how Steve gradually built his confidence.
3. Facing the Fear (and Doing It Anyway). Insights from Dr Susan Jeffers’ “Five Truths of Fear” and how they apply to every educator.
4. Redefining Failure as Learning. Why Steve sees setbacks as “O Flags” — opportunities for learning and growth — and how you can too.
5. Practising What We Preach. A reminder that educators deserve the same self-compassion and encouragement we give our learners.

ABOUT

Steven Schmidt is a professional development consultant with decades of experience in adult education. After years working as a classroom teacher and programme administrator, Steve shifted into full-time PD, delivering training across the U.S. and sharing practical insights on confidence, connection, and lifelong learning. He currently supports educators through keynote talks, workshops, and one-on-one coaching. Connect on LinkedIn or send Steve an email here.

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TALKING POINTS

1. Live Multilingual Captioning & Dubbing: Why real-time captions plus AI voice overdubs can open up lectures, events, and training to a truly global audience.
2. Search That Thinks Like You: How richer semantic metadata makes archives more findable (think “green car in a courtroom” vs keyword guesswork).
3. Story First, Always: Lessons from Becoming Led Zeppelin on research, restraint, and choosing a focused narrative over “everything we have in the archive.”
4. Post Is Solved in Pre: Haven’s rule of thumb — plan the storyboards and coverage up front to save time (and headaches) in the edit.
5. What Educators Can Do Now: Concrete ways to start using captions, smarter tagging, and tighter planning in your next course video or podcast.

ABOUT

Haven Tsang has 20+ years of experience in broadcast and post-production. He leads on workflow design, editing, colour and sound for client projects, and supports educators in bringing professional production standards to their videos and podcasts.

REFERENCES

• IBC (International Broadcasting Convention)
• Becoming Led Zeppelin — special screening & Q&A insights
• Everything TechIE Podcast with Justin Dawson
• The Producer’s Edit newsletter — weekly insights for standout educators

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TALKING POINTS

1. A Student's Journey: From qualified pilot in Venezuela to English learner and future Delta Airlines pilot—with a little help from an inclusive learning environment.
2. Meeting Students Where They Are: Why Ignite Career Foundation leads with empathy, compassion and student voice in all aspects of its work.
3. Creating a Sense of Belonging: From first-day classroom observations to student mentors and coffee chats, small touches that help students feel ownership and pride in their learning space.
4. Learning as a Two-Way Street: The importance of building reciprocal relationships in the classroom—and listening as much as teaching.
5. A Call for Reflective Practice: Joel’s advice for teachers on staying curious, seeking feedback, and journaling to keep growing as educators.

ABOUT

Joel Floyd, PhD, is the founder and current Executive Director of the Ignite Career Foundation, formerly known as English for a Lifetime Language Institute, located in Norcross, Georgia, USA. He has held this role since 2012. Dr. Floyd also serves as a State Advocate Fellow for the Coalition on Adult and Basic Education (COABE), representing Georgia in a one-year appointment. In this capacity, he is deeply involved in advocacy efforts for adult education at the local, state, and federal levels. Dr. Floyd's research interests include teacher professional development in adult ELL (English Language Learners) classrooms, critical andragogy among adult ELLs and adult learners in general, and educational leadership in postsecondary non-traditional school settings.

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TALKING POINTS

1. Silo Busting in Education: Moving beyond subject-specific instruction to integrate real-world digital skills into all areas of teaching.
2. Digital Equity in Texas: Infrastructure, device quality, and access vary widely—even within cities—impacting learners’ experiences.
3. Teaching with What Learners Have: From smartphones to QR codes, using everyday tech to develop essential digital skills.
4. Creating a Learner-Driven Curriculum: Encouraging students to bring in examples from their environment and build personal connections to digital literacy.
5. Empowering Educators: Why teachers don’t need to know everything about tech—and how curiosity can be a superpower in the classroom.

ABOUT

Jacqueline Aguilera is an experienced educator and instructional leader based in Austin, Texas. She specialises in adult education and digital literacy, with a focus on serving refugee communities, second language learners, and students returning to education later in life. With a passion for equity and access, Jacqueline trains instructors across the US to creatively integrate technology into their classrooms and meet learners where they are.

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The Mayor's Office for Adult Literacy, Houston

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TALKING POINTS

1. Introduction to Amazy: A platform that enables teachers to create and share interactive lesson materials, track student progress, and engage learners with various multimedia tools.
2. Current Trends in EdTech: The growing influence of AI, the shift towards a creator economy for educators, and the importance of collecting data to optimize AI tools.
3. Using AI to Empower Educators: How AI can streamline content creation, save time, and support personalized learning experiences without replacing teachers.
4. Maintaining Human Connection in a Digital Age: Why technology should be a tool for enhancing education rather than diluting teacher-student relationships.

ABOUT

Kate Bodrova is the co-founder and CEO of Amazy.uk, a London-based edtech and creator economy startup transforming the way educators create and share interactive learning materials. With a background in ESL teaching and over a decade of experience in education and technology, Kate is the driving force behind Amazy.uk, on a mission to revolutionise how we create and share educational content. Amazy.uk, recognised as the Best Startup in Europe by EdTechX in 2024, also participated in the UCL EdTech Labs accelerator program. Kate is passionate about helping teachers become creators, enabling them to design and share their own materials.

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Amazy.uk

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TALKING POINTS

1. Research doesn’t have to be complex—any teacher reflecting on and improving their practice is engaging in research.

2. Sharing findings with colleagues, at conferences, or within schools is just as valuable as publishing in journals.

3. Teachers can use simple methods like student feedback, classroom observations, and collaborative discussions to gather insights.

4. Research helps educators take control of challenges like AI integration and curriculum development.

5. Contextualised, bottom-up approaches to teaching and research are more effective than applying generic ‘best practices.’

ABOUT

Amira Salama is the Chair of the TESOL International Research Professional Council (2024-2025) and the Past President of Africa ELTA. She has an MA TESOL from the American University in Cairo with a research focus on teacher leadership and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in inclusive education. Amira is the winner of the TESOL Outstanding Advocate Honor Award in 2024. She has given a number of plenary and featured talks at local and international conferences and developed teacher training programs in Egypt and Africa with a focus on association leadership in low-resource contexts, classroom research, and women leadership.

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TESOL Research Report

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What is Gamification?

Jade explains how gamification uses elements like points, challenges, and rewards to enhance learning. She highlights how it can create meaningful and enjoyable learning experiences when applied thoughtfully.

Intrinsic Motivation:

Discover why gamification works best when it moves beyond external rewards and fosters a genuine love for learning.

Collaboration Over Competition:

Jade emphasises the importance of designing games that build community and cater to diverse learner needs rather than simply focusing on competition.

Gamification for Adults:

Practical tips for making gamified activities engaging yet appropriate for adult learners. From tone-setting to purposeful game design, Jade shares strategies for creating a low-pressure, high-impact learning environment.

ABOUT

Jade is based in Tennessee, US, where she teaches adult English learners pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and conversation skills online. She has worked for TutorABC, Tutlo, English for IT, and Twenix, helping students from a variety of countries, including Taiwan, Ukraine, Poland, and Spain. Her goal is to encourage students to embrace the joy of learning through gamified education and inspire them to achieve creative and financial freedom. Visit Jade's website or follow her on LinkedIn.

REFERENCES & RESOURCES

• Roman Rackwitz and his work on non-Skinnerian gamification (LinkedIn)
• B. F. Skinner and his work in the 1900s on behavioural psychology (Wikipedia)
• Try these speaking game ideas with your adult and teen students.

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TALKING POINTS

1. Digital Overload: how delegating human interaction to devices has contributed to declining IQ levels for the first time and why educators must rethink the role of technology in teaching.
2. Executive Functions: the importance of training the brain's "operational control centre'‘ through situations that challenge students' impulse control, emotional regulation, and focus.
3. The Dopamine Dilemma: the neuroscience behind dopamine and how to find healthier ways to engage students without relying on instant gratification.
4. Back to Basics: how traditional methods that prioritise interaction, exploration, and meaningful experiences can overthrow digital dependence.

ABOUT

André Hedlund is a Chevening (pronounced as evening) Alumnus, MSc Psychology of Education - University of Bristol, Educational Consultant, Speaker, Author, and Guest Lecturer on Bilingualism and Cognition in Postgraduate courses. He currently works as an e-moderator in British Council training programs. André is the leader of BRAZ-TESOL’s Mind, Brain, and Education SIG and the founder of the Learning Cosmos.

REFERENCES & RESOURCES

• The Learning Cosmos Substack
• The Learning Cosmos Instagram
• Haidt, J. (2024) The Anxious Generation. Penguin
• Hedlund, A. (2022) The Owl Factor: Reframing your Teaching Philosophy. Independent
• TESOL Pop: The Know, Show and Grow Stages of Teaching and Learning with André Hedlund

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What is Blue Noun?

Ruth introduces Blue Noun, a language hub in Crieff, Scotland, surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Perthshire. Unlike traditional classrooms, Blue Noun offers English learners real-life opportunities to practice language skills while immersing themselves in the local culture.

Learner to User: The Mindset Shift

Ruth highlights the distinction between English learners and English users. She shares how focusing on using "wonky" English in authentic settings can help individuals overcome self-doubt and build confidence in their abilities.

Tailored Experiences

Each experience at Blue Noun is unique. Ruth shares examples of activities, like visiting local artist studios, participating in mosaic workshops, and exploring the scenic outdoors. These activities help learners pick up workplace-relevant vocabulary and build meaningful connections.

Power of Playful Learning

Ruth explains how immersive and tactile experiences—like creating art or having informal conversations—allow learners to integrate English naturally into their identities, making language learning less about perfection and more about connection.

ABOUT

Ruth offers English language coaching holidays in Perthshire, Scotland. These are curated immersive experiences that explore Scotland's landscapes and cultures and give ‘1000s of micro moments of you being you, in English’. Her background is in the arts. She spent 10 years exhibiting as an installation artist around Europe, UK & the USA and began teaching English to support this – first in a corporate language school, then freelance for art and architecture schools. She began the Blue Noun Hub 5 years ago, to unite L1 & L2 English users through stories, projects and a love of natural Scotland.

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• Blue Noun - Real Conversation-based English Holidays, Courses and Coaching
• View the gallery of photos of Blue Noun Immersive English Holidays.

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TALKING POINTS

1. What is translanguaging? Josianne defines translanguaging as the natural blending of languages to facilitate effective communication. She shares real-world examples, such as using gestures, words from other languages we know, and cultural knowledge to convey meaning.
2. The role of translanguaging. How translanguaging reflects the interconnected nature of languages in our minds. Far from a shortcut, it’s a powerful tool for building confidence and fostering curiosity.
3. Classroom strategies. Josianne describes how she incorporates translanguaging by starting lessons by writing vocabulary words in the learners' languages, as an example.
4. Safe learning spaces. The importance of establishing clear guidelines for using learners’ first languages. She shares how this approach helps students transition from relying on their native languages to gaining confidence in English.

ABOUT

Josianne is based in Malta, a small island in the Mediterranean. She has over ten years of teaching experience in English and currently works as a senior teaching associate at the University of Malta. Josianne holds an M.A. in Applied Linguistics and TESOL and is also qualified to teach Italian and Maltese as foreign languages. Having taught several integration programmes, she is particularly interested in language dynamics and linguistic diversity within multilingual contexts. She also actively participates in local and international ELT conferences and enjoys conducting research.

REFERENCES

• Garcia, O., & Wei, L. (2014). Translanguaging: Language, Bilingualism and Education. Palgrave Macmillan.
• Kerr, P. (2014). Translation and Own-language Activities. Cambridge University Press.
• Translanguaging Guides. CUNY-NYSIEB. (2021). Available at https://www.cunynysieb.org/ translanguaging-re Accessed on 19/11/2024.

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What is Teacherpreneurship?

Shé describes a teacherpreneur as an educator who leverages their teaching skills to start and run their own business. This can include freelancing, consulting, creating educational materials, and more.

Essential Skills for Teacherpreneurs

Teachers already possess numerous skills that are useful in business, such as communication, organisation, flexibility, and empathy. Shé shares how these skills can be applied to tasks like marketing, lesson planning, and managing a business.

Paths to Teacherpreneurship

Shé outlines common paths, such as:

• Online Language Company Freelancer: A structured entry point where teachers work for language companies that handle logistics and curriculum.
• Marketplace Tutor: Teachers set their own rates and create course content while using tutoring platforms like Preply or Cambly to connect with students.
• Independent Teacherpreneur: Teachers establish their own brand, market their services, and have complete control over their business and teaching methods.

ABOUT

Shélynn (Shé) Riel is Bridge's Expert Series Webinar Moderator and IDELTOnline instructor. She holds a Master of Education in TESOL and over fifteen years of experience in education. Throughout her career, Shé has held positions of leadership in curriculum development and program administration at universities and non-profits in the U.S., served as a facilitator for various digital exchanges for global English teachers, and delivered professional development to teachers on the ground in Argentina, Bangladesh, and China. Her interests include holistic teacher development, learner identity, and decolonial ethics in the language classroom. She is the co-creator of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, which focuses on reflective practices for teachers around the world.

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Learning with Purpose

Urmi discusses how each language she’s learned holds a different significance in her life, from family connections to career advancement. By setting clear goals, she maintains motivation and purpose in her studies.

Overcoming Dialect Differences

Living in Canada, Urmi encountered distinct French dialects that challenged her listening skills. She shares how she adapted to these variations, gaining confidence in her ability to comprehend diverse accents and expressions.

Staying Motivated

Urmi stays driven through vision boards, regular goal check-ins, and strategic reminders. She believes motivation plays a vital role in language learning success, especially when progressing independently.

ABOUT

Urmi Hossain is Bengali by blood and Italian by birth. She works in the financial services industry in Canada, where she is currently residing. She is a self-published author, speaker, blogger, polyglot, and mentor. She is the holder of the CFA charter as well as the CAIA charter. Her first book is: Discovering your identity, a rebirth from interracial struggle. She is an advocate of women's empowerment and very passionate about teaching and mentoring other girls and women. She is part of the organisation called Women In Leadership for the Victoria Chapter in Canada as the social media lead where she spreads the message of gender equality and more women in leadership positions. She enjoys being a promoter of self-investing and personal development. Fun fact: she speaks 4.5 languages - Italian, Bengali, English, French and Spanish being the .5

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Understanding Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA)

CDA is an approach that examines how language and imagery in teaching materials can shape social realities, reinforce stereotypes, and influence ideologies. Katherine emphasises the importance of ensuring materials reflect diverse voices, backgrounds, and experiences.

Gender and Stereotypes in Textbooks

Katherine shares examples of how textbooks can reinforce outdated gender roles, such as referring to professionals as "policemen" or "firemen" instead of using gender-neutral terms. She discusses how such representations can limit students' perceptions of their future potential.

Adapting Materials for Inclusivity

Katherine stresses that no single textbook can fully meet the needs of all learners. Teachers should adapt materials to reflect different cultures, abilities, and perspectives. She encourages educators to use inclusive visuals, update resources, and incorporate diverse voices.

Actionable Steps for Teachers

Katherine’s top tips for educators:

• Evaluate your materials to ensure they are inclusive and cater to all students’ needs.
• Research to find materials that promote diversity and foster greater diversity and inclusion.

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Katherine Reilly is an ELT Teacher Trainer and Author of numerous publications in children’s literature, teaching materials and ICT. She has taught Language Methodology and Materials Development at the University of Athens, previously at the Technological University of Cyprus and finally, at the Oxford TEFL Training Centre for the Innovate ELT Conference. Her expertise includes training school faculties in inclusive teaching methodology, diverse educational materials adaptation, and the application of Critical Discourse Analysis to examine socio-cultural dimensions.

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Inspiration Behind the Book

Martin shares how his training as a journalist inspired him to start researching and compiling various essays from educators around the world for More Than A Gap Year Adventure.

Challenging Negative Narratives

Part of the inspiration for the title of the book was to challenge the perception that work in the industry is temporary and lacking in professional training and roles. He goes on to talk about the role click-through TEFL certificate course providers have to play in perpetuating this misconception.

Three Different Stories

Martin shares three very different essays featured in More Than A Gap Year Adventure that sheds light on work in assessment and material design as just a few examples of what is possible in the ELT field.

ABOUT

Martin Hajek is a freelance ELT professional based in Colombia. Originally a journalist, he decided to sign up for a CELTA course at the age of 30. Martin immediately fell in love with teaching English and started looking for a way to move beyond entry-level jobs, which led him to complete a DELTA. Martin focuses on career development, language assessment, phonology, and teaching listening skills. In February 2024, he self-published More Than a Gap Year Adventure, a collaborative book aimed at those who wish to have a long-term career in the ELT profession.

REFERENCES

Hajek, M. (2024) More Than a Gap Year Adventure: How to Make a Long-Term Career out of TEFL. Independent

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TALKING POINTS

1. Inspiration Behind the Book. Rachael shares how her experience with teens and young learners inspired her to write Activities for Developing Learning Strategies.
2. Direct and Indirect Learning Strategies. Rachael outlines the two main strategies: direct strategies (like vocabulary memorisation) and indirect strategies (such as goal setting and motivation). Both play a critical role in enhancing learning across different subjects.
3. Goal Setting and Quick Wins. How the “quick wins” strategy helps maintain motivation by encouraging students to complete small, easy tasks when they feel stuck or demotivated.
4. Scientific Basis for Learning. Rachael encourages her students to focus on proven methods such as spaced practice and self-testing, rather than relying on less effective techniques like re-reading and highlighting.

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Rachael Harris has taught ELT, literature & current affairs in primary & secondary schools in Geneva for over 15 years. Up until recently, she was the joint coordinator for the IATEFL Inclusive Practices & SEN special interest group. Her latest book, Activities for Developing Learning Strategies, is a collection of tried-and-tested strategies, designed to help learners succeed in the language classroom and beyond. Check out Rachael's blog, Fab English Ideas and follow her on LinkedIn.

REFERENCES

1. Dunlosky, J. et al (2013) 'Improving Students’ Learning With Effective Learning Techniques: Promising Directions From Cognitive and Educational Psychology.' Psychological Science in the Public Interest (PSPI) Volume 15, pp. 4–58
2. Harris, R. (2023) Activities for Developing Learning Strategies. DELTA Publishing.

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What is experiential learning?

Kirsten explains that experiential learning involves applying knowledge in a practical setting (e.g., a classroom), followed by reflection and adjustment. This process helps teachers improve their teaching methods by learning from both successes and mistakes.

Iterative Process of Learning

Teachers are encouraged to try new activities, reflect on their outcomes, and make adjustments. This cycle of testing, analysing, and repeating leads to deeper learning and continuous professional development.

Collaborative and Reflective Practice

Experiential learning thrives in a collaborative environment where teachers share ideas, reflect on their experiences, and help each other improve. It helps foster a positive, engaging staff room culture or even an online community for solo practitioners.

Practical Applications and Resources:

Kirsten highlights how experiential learning can be applied to new technologies, such as AI, by experimenting with different teaching tools and approaches. She also gives the example of Creativity Sown, where teachers can exchange ideas and receive feedback.

ABOUT

Kirsten is based in Brighton, UK where she runs Creativity Sown, a company providing editorial, writing, training and education consultancy services. This encapsulates her 30 years’ experience in education, first in teaching, teacher training and school management, then in publishing, with her passion in training and mentoring. She has written course material for kindergarten learners through to adults, blog content and classroom resources for teachers and teacher trainers; designed and run face-to-face conferences, events online and training programmes, and edited hundreds of books! She is also an international conference speaker, a British Council ELTons judge and has served on the IATEFL MaWSIG and PronSIG Committees.

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Misconceptions in Business English Education

Leo discusses how many students, especially in Taiwan, see Business English as grammar and vocabulary-focused, rather than as a tool for effective communication in the workplace. Leo goes on to highlight the importance of building soft skills like confidence, teamwork, and interpersonal communication to succeed in real-world business environments.

Classroom Activities

Leo walks through tasks and activities he uses in classes, such as mock business meetings, writing appreciation emails, and icebreaker activities, that foster teamwork and improve students' ability to communicate effectively.

Test Preparation versus Communication Skills

Leo touches on the need to balance test-focused learning with practical language use to help students excel both academically and professionally.

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Leo Wu, also known as Wuber on social media, is an ESL English teacher and trainer based in Taiwan. Over the past thirteen years, Leo has worked with learners of all ages in various online and offline settings. Currently, he is focused on teaching business-related content to professionals. He teaches at ILI Language Center(文化大學語言中心), and AMC English school, and also provides my private personalised English training lessons through his social media channels. He believes that everyone is capable of speaking languages beautifully and confidently - something that shines through in all the work he does.

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Evolution of Online Learning

Roger explains how platforms have evolved from static libraries to tools that support personalised and interactive learning paths. Online learning platforms can act as a digital frame that fosters communication and collaboration between learners and teachers.

A Practical Case Study

Medicus Linguae is a great example of how mobile technology and learning platforms can interlink. In the case of Happy Students, the smartphone-compatible platform enables students to upload audio and video assignments, thus increasing their opportunities to develop their skills outside the live class hours.

A Time-Saving Solution

Online or blended learning experiences can save time so that teachers and learners can focus more on meaningful live interactions. Roger also points out how AI tools can assist in creating teaching materials to support teachers in moving to an online or blended teaching model.

ABOUT

Roger Hubmann, Founder of Happy Students, is passionate about creating engaging digital learning interactions and developing digital ecosystems with experts and their knowledge. 

With a background in economics, he has extensive experience in digital engagement, product development, and startup developments in virtual worlds and eCommerce. He’s Zurich-based, has lived over a decade in Spain, Berlin, and the UK. Roger believes that the education sector is undergoing similar digital transformations as banking and commerce, where innovation through digital means is key to differentiation.

REFERENCES

1. Happy Students. State-of-the-art learning software
2. Medicus Linguae. German language training for nursing and health professionals.
3. OpenAI. For the latest updates about ChatGPT, DALL-E and more.

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What is Generative AI?

Eve breaks down the basics of generative AI and provides examples of what's currently available on the market, from text to art-generating tools. ChatGPT is highlighted as a tool that is having a growing influence on teaching and learning.

AI and Academic Integrity

The ease with which students can use AI to generate essays and assignments has raised concerns about plagiarism. Eve shares real examples of challenges teachers are facing now when it comes to coursework and assessment.

Future of Assessment

As AI continues to evolve, educators must rethink assessment methods. Eve and Laura discuss the shift towards externally assessed exams and question whether timed assessments are effective, especially for students needing extra support.

Classroom Strategies for AI Integration

Eve shares practical classroom strategies, such as comparing AI-generated texts with student work and using AI as a springboard for critical thinking. These strategies can help educators embrace AI while ensuring students develop their own ideas.

ABOUT

Eve Conway is a co-founder of TESOL Pop and has a wide range of experience in education. She taught internationally for over ten years during which time she specialised as a young learner-teacher trainer. In more recent years, Eve has moved into a career in educational publishing and assessment design, where she tries to use her experience in the classroom to design meaningful learning materials.

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What is Personal Branding?

Branding is like the story people know about you. Basma emphasises how teachers can enhance their visibility and access more opportunities by building their professional brand.

Role of Social Media

Social media is a powerful tool for personal branding. It allows teachers to connect beyond their local network and gain wider recognition. Creating videos that you can post on social platforms can help create a strong professional image.

Starting with Video Creation

Begin with what you have; you don’t need expensive equipment. If videos seem intimidating initially, write articles or blog posts and transition to video content as confidence grows.

Practical Tips for Video Creation

Simplify the process to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Basma recommends using familiar tools and collaborating with others to ease the workload. Embracing mistakes is part of the learning journey.

ABOUT

Basma Abd Elhamied (أبلة بسمة) is a Teacher Trainer, Education Consultant, Team Leader and English Instructor. She has been teaching since 2011 and has worked at the American University in Cairo, among other universities and organisations. 

Basma founded TEFLship, the first community for English teachers in Egypt and the Middle East. TEFLship is a startup aiming at social impact and helping qualify thousands of teachers. TEFLship over a hundred online courses reached more than 1.7 Million views and over 40,000 watching hours from different countries in the Arab world and the world.

REFERENCES

1. TEFLship YouTube channel
2. TEFLship Facebook community

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Prioritising Intelligibility

Gemma stresses the importance of focusing on students' intelligibility rather than aiming for native-like pronunciation, ensuring they can be understood in international contexts.

Needs Analysis and Student Goals

Teachers can conduct a needs analysis by observing students' speech or collecting speech samples to identify specific pronunciation issues. Understanding students' goals and requirements is crucial.

Challenging Prestige Models

The dominance of marketed native-speaker accents, particularly from Southeast England and general American English, in teaching materials, media, and marketing shapes students' perceptions. Teachers should address and challenge these notions, emphasising the value of diverse English accents.

Techniques for Teaching Pronunciation

Simple, low-preparation techniques are recommended. Visual aids, gestures, and using students' language examples are effective. Emphasising sound differences and durations, such as using elastic bands to show vowel length, helps students grasp pronunciation better.

ABOUT

Gemma is an EAP teacher and programme co-ordinator in the ELT unit at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland. She is also a pronunciation specialist, teacher trainer, and is joint-coordinator of IATEFL Pronunciation special interest group (PronSIG) and former editor of the SIG’s biannual journal Speak Out! (2017-2023). She is co-author of Teaching English Pronunciation for a Global World (OUP, 2024) and her research interests lie in the field of pronunciation pedagogy and accent, and the issues which can arise when students and teachers of English are confronted with diverse regional and global varieties of English.  

REFERENCES

1. Walker, R. and Archer, G. (2024) Teaching English Pronunciation for a Global World. Oxford University Press.
2. Walker, R. (2020) ‘L’ is for the Lingua Franca Core. What else? Available at English Global Communication here.
3. The Scottish Sound School.
4. IATEFL PronSIG.

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Visual Templates versus Graphic Organisers

Emily explains how visual templates differ from graphic organisers which tend to centre on tables and diagrams that students fill in or label. Visual templates often incorporate a backstory or metaphor, making them more engaging and story-driven.

Playfulness in Visual Learning

Visual templates add a playful, creative element to learning, inspiring students to think outside the box by using doodles, words and phrases to populate the template. Emily emphasises how doodling can make the planning process less intimidating and more accessible.

Practical Application in Classrooms

Emily suggests how teachers can use visual templates for brainstorming and project planning. Suggestions for interactive classroom activities, such as pitching podcast ideas and using them to scaffold speaking activities.

ABOUT

Emily Bryson is an ELT professional with over 20 years of experience in the classroom. She has written various print and digital materials, including National Geographic Learning’s Voices series, 50 Ways to Teach Life Skills and the A-Z of ESOL. She is passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion and uses visual tools and graphic facilitation strategies to make learning more engaging, accessible and fun. She is a resident blogger for Ellii Learning and frequently delivers teacher development sessions for various ELT organisations. Her teacher development courses with a visual twist have been described as ‘the nicest corner of the internet’, and her sketch notes are extremely popular on socials.

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REFERENCES

Use the visual templates featured in this episode. Download The Fun Podcast Planner here.

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Identifying Bias

Amina explains that racial bias in the classroom often manifests through disciplinary issues. Teachers might disproportionately describe students with negative characteristics based on their race or ethnicity. These biases are rooted in societal and historical hierarchies.

Decolonising Materials

To decolonise the curriculum, Amina suggests diversifying teaching materials. Highlighting contributions from minority groups to society can make the curriculum more representative and relevant.

Inclusive Language

Teachers should identify and eliminate problematic language, including sexist, racist, ableist, or ageist terms. Reflecting on biases in both the languages used in the classroom and students' home languages is crucial.

Assessment Practices

Amina shares an example from Orlene Badu's book "How to Build Your Anti-Racist Classroom," where integrating relatable literature for black Caribbean students improved their reading and writing skills.

Sustainable Change

Amina emphasises the importance of collaborative efforts among teachers to review and revise curriculum and practices. Long-term, sustainable changes, rather than quick fixes, are necessary for meaningful impact.

ABOUT

Dr Amina Douidi is a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Intercultural Communication consultant in English Language Teaching (ELT). She collaborates with publishers and education providers as a trainer, reviewer, and researcher, focusing on promoting anti-racist, decolonial, and inclusive practices. She earned her PhD from the University of Southampton, where she researched the intercultural potential of Algerian English textbooks and their use in the classroom. She speaks Arabic, French, Spanish and English and is an amateur volleyball player.

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REFERENCES

1. Badu, O. (2023) How to Build Your Antiracist Classroom. SAGE Publications.

2. An Open Letter from the ELT Community in Solidarity with Palestine (March 2024). Available here.

3. ELT Professionals for Palestine LinkedIn page.

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Defining Active Listening

Shweta talks about being present in the moment, holding space, and empathising as just a few characteristics that differentiate active listening from other types. Shweta shares insights into working with healthcare professionals and how active listening is crucial to their work.

Active Listening in the Classroom

Shweta reflects on why active listening is so challenging to apply in teaching and other professions due to the multiple tasks we have to manage. Pulling on her own experience, Shweta shares the negative consequences of not practising active listening in our classrooms and workplaces.

Active Listening Training

Shweta shares how she introduces active listening to her clients by getting them to reflect on what they miss in a conversation. By starting with a short warmer of sharing about herself, Shweta encourages her clients to reflect on what they can recall and what they missed as a first step.

Paraphrasing as a Tool

Shweta suggests paraphrasing in the classroom to help learners feel seen and heard. Paraphrasing can be used to replace parroting and asking each other to repeat.

ABOUT

Shweta Ramkumar is a communications coach for healthcare professionals. Her coaching sessions focus on developing her clients' language and skills so they can build stronger relationships, credibility and trust with their patients and the wider community. Shweta shares practical tips and insights on communication skills via her website, YouTube channel and social media channels where you can find her at Healthy Dynamics.

Visit Shweta's website here to learn more.

REFERENCES

1. Healthy Dynamics (2023). The Do's and Don'ts of Active Listening. YouTube. Available here. Accessed on 04.06.2024

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Defining Task-Based Learning

Jane simplifies TBL with practical examples, such as "describe and draw" tasks and planning school rules. She emphasises the following features of TBL: clear purpose, focus on meaning, and freedom to utilise their language.

Common Misinterpretations

Jane clarifies the difference between task-supported learning, which integrates tasks within traditional methods, and task-based learning, which starts with and focuses on tasks. She explains the three-part task cycle— planning, task, and reporting—and highlights the importance of planning to boost learner confidence and extend language use.

Integrating Technology with TBL

Jane discusses using technology, such as Zoom, to record and review lessons and transcription software to analyse language use. She also talks about using AI tools like ChatGPT to enhance tasks, such as refining story prompts and generating dialogues.

Future of Education

Jane talks about the possibilities AI and technology bring to TBL while also stressing the importance of cautious and informed use of new technologies.

ABOUT

Jane worked extensively overseas (Ghana, Cyprus, Iran, Singapore) as an English teacher and trainer. In the 1980s, she and her late husband, Dave, met Prabhu and began experimenting with Task-based Language Teaching, writing several prize-winning books. She also taught for 12 years on the TESOL Masters programs at Aston University in UK. Jane now lives in the English Lake District and enjoys fell-walking. She teaches tai chi and is still quite active on the TBLT scene. In 2022, she received the inaugural Distinguished Practitioner Award from the International Association of Task-based Language Teaching. Visit Jane's website here to learn more.

REFERENCES

1. Willis - ELT. Task-Based Lesson Plans are available here.
2. Willis, D. and Willis, J. (2007) Doing Task-based Teaching. OUP   
3. Willis, D. (2003). Rules, Patterns and Words: Grammar and Lexis in English Language Teaching. Cambridge University Press (illustrates how to teach grammar through TBL)
4. Willis, J. (1996). A framework for task-based learning. Ebook edition 2012 Intrinsic publications available on Google Play and Rakuten Koko.

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Getting into teaching

Natasha recounts her transition from a solicitor to a senior lecturer, where she taught law and legal skills. Relocating to France, she discovered a niche in teaching English communication skills to French lawyers, leading to her legal English education career.

Relevance of English for French lawyers

Natasha explains the growing necessity for lawyers to use English, mainly when dealing with international clients where English serves as a lingua franca. This necessity is driven by global business interactions and international legal practices.

Paths into teaching

Natasha identifies two main groups of legal English learners: legal professionals and university law students. She explains that educators can come from various backgrounds, including law, business English teaching, linguistics, or even translation.

What Legal English involves

For legal professionals, lessons may focus on preparing for client meetings, writing emails, contract drafting, and other specific legal tasks. University students may focus more on vocabulary and grammar, but practical scenarios and elements of legal systems, history, and politics are also integrated.

Lesson example

Natasha describes a lesson focused on contract law. She teaches the vocabulary of contracts and the grammar needed for giving legal advice, using real-life scenarios to help students practice this language.

ABOUT

Natasha Costello is a legal English educator based in Paris. She has over 20 years of experience teaching law students and legal professionals. Natasha is passionate about bringing the real world of legal practice into the classroom. She recently co-wrote, with Louise Kulbicki, the book ‘Practical English Language Skills for Lawyers: Improving Your Legal English’, which helps students practise language and workplace skills simultaneously. Natasha regularly presents at conferences about teaching legal English and is on the Board of EULETA, the European Legal English Teachers’ Association.

REFERENCES & RESOURCES

1. European Legal English Teachers Association (EULETA)
2. Costello, N. and Kulbicki, L. (2023) Practical English Language Skills for Lawyers Improving Your Legal English. Routledge
3. Haigh, R. (2021) International Legal English. A Practical Introduction for Students and Professionals. Routledge
4. Study Legal English Podcast with Louis Kulbicki
5. Test of Legal English Skills (TOLES)

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Defining a Disruptive Approach

• Tyson defines a disruptive approach as integrating marginalised voices' experiences into lessons to raise awareness and foster inclusivity.

Identifying Unfair Social Norms

• Tyson highlights unfair social norms, like beach access barriers for disabled individuals or discriminatory dress codes. Educators can empower students to recognise and challenge these injustices by discussing relevant themes.

Situating Social Norms

• Tyson recommends using visual aids and critical questions to deepen students' awareness of social inequalities. By presenting scenarios such as beach access or dress codes, educators prompt discussions on societal norms.

Bringing in Authentic Experiences

• Tyson stresses the importance of incorporating real experiences of marginalised individuals to nurture empathy and comprehension among students.

Building Personal Connections

• Encouraging empathy, Tyson prompts students to engage personally with the challenges faced by marginalised communities, fostering solidarity and understanding.

Working Towards Solutions

• Tyson emphasises collaborative problem-solving to address social injustices, engaging students in meaningful language practice while advocating for positive change.

ABOUT

Tyson Seburn (MA EdTech & TESOL, University of Manchester) is a lecturer and assistant director of an EAP foundation year at the University of Toronto and a tutor on Oxford TEFL Barcelona’s Trinity DipTESOL course. He has volunteered on local and international teacher association committees, most recently as IATEFL TDSIG Coordinator. His personal and professional experiences inspired his interest in Queer and racialised ELT experiences and, thus ways to better practices and materials. He is the author of Academic Reading Circles (2015) and How to Write Inclusive Materials (2021). He is @seburnt everywhere online. Search #howtoinclusive on social platforms for more.

REFERENCES

1. Seburn, T. (2021) How to Write Inclusive Materials. ELT Teacher 2 Writer

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Defining Coaching

• Coaching focuses on understanding the learner's goals and empowering them to find their own solutions.
• Kerstin emphasises the importance of autonomy in the coaching process, allowing learners to make decisions and take ownership of their learning journey.

The Power of Habits

• Kerstin discusses the significance of habits in language learning, drawing from Gretchen Rubin's framework.
• She highlights the effectiveness of small, consistent actions over grand, unsustainable efforts.
• Kerstin shares her experience developing a language habit system and its evolution.

Flexibility and Adaptability

• The habit system allows for flexibility and adjustment based on individual needs and preferences.
• Kerstin emphasises the importance of understanding one's motivations and adjusting habits accordingly.

Applicability Across Contexts

• Laura reflects on her own language learning journey and the shift from traditional methods to a habit-based approach.
• Kerstin explains how the habit system can be tailored to various goals and contexts, whether for citizenship exams or personal enjoyment.

ABOUT

Kerstin Cable is a language learning coach, speaker, and podcaster living in England. She is the woman behind Fluent Language.

Kerstin is the author of more than 15 books and courses for language learners, co-founder of AI Language Club and the Women in Language conference, and creator of the Fluent Show podcast.

She is a native German speaker who hails from the beautiful Moselle valley. Kerstin studied six languages in Germany and has added 4 more so far, including her language crush, Welsh. Kerstin is a popular speaker at universities and events, and has been featured on BBC World Service, in Süddeutsche Zeitung, Bloomberg Businessweek and The Cut.

REFERENCES

1. Cable, K. (2021) Language Coaches: What they are and how to work with them
2. The Fluent Show - a podcast about loving, living and learning languages
3. Rubin, G. (2020). The Four Tendencies. Two Roads

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Myth 1: Certain Teachers Can't Teach Pronunciation

Emma emphasises the importance of mindset shifting among teachers, learners and the wider community. Teachers who speak English as a second language can still effectively teach pronunciation and provide an inspiring role model for learners.

Myth 2: Accent Equals Pronunciation

While accent and pronunciation are connected, they are not the same. Emma illustrates the distinction with practical examples and highlights the importance of intelligibility.

Myth 3: Pronunciation Lessons Are Limited to Short Activities

Emma challenges the misconception that pronunciation lessons can't fill an entire class. She recommends resources and materials that can be adapted for advanced learners, providing clarity in pronunciation instruction.

ABOUT

Emma Walker has been teaching for over 15 years and decided to focus on helping English learners improve their pronunciation and listening skills after noticing that many of her students (who were living and working in the UK), were struggling to understand other people in the UK. She started making videos on social media back in 2018 and has amassed a following of over 1 million English learners and over 22 million views. Emma is also a copywriter and ghostwrites social media content for some of the biggest ELT companies. Visit Pronunciation with Emma to learn more.

REFERENCES

1. Baker, A. (2006) Ship or Sheep? Book and Audio CD Pack: An Intermediate Pronunciation Course. Cambridge University Press; 2nd edition
2. Baker, A. (2006) Tree or Three? An Elementary Pronunciation Course. Cambridge University Press; 2nd edition
3. Hancock, M. (1995) Pronunciation Games. Cambridge University Press
4. Hancock, M. (2017) English Pronunciation in Use. Cambridge University Press

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Lesson Structure

Silvina outlines her typical lesson structure: before, while, and after framework focusing on meaningful language points. Each lesson includes engaging activities such as discussion questions, visuals, and follow-up tasks to reinforce learning.

Lesson 1: Are you a Foodie? (A2 Elementary)

Silvina introduces a relatable lesson on food, utilising an advert and visual elements to engage low-level students. Lexical focus includes phrases like "sounds fancy" and "looks good," with a follow-up task on discussing dining experiences.

Lesson 2: The Power of Surprise (B1 Intermediate)

This lesson adapted from Psychology Today encourages discussion on surprise, with activities including mind maps and reading comprehension tasks. Lexical focus includes words related to self-confidence, with a follow-up role-playing scenario.

Lesson 3: Memories (B2 Upper-Intermediate)

Designed for higher levels, this lesson integrates visual elements and discussions on memories. It includes excerpts from Marcel Proust's work and connects to Maroon Five's song "Memories," with activities including vocabulary mind mapping and discussions on childhood memories.

ABOUT

Silvina Mascitti is an enthusiastic, qualified teacher of English and materials writer from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She has worked in ELT for more than 20 years. She taught English in schools and companies in Argentina. She got a Fulbright scholarship and taught Spanish at a university in the USA. Currently, she lives in Spain and teaches adults online. She also creates materials for her own lessons and shares them for free on her website EFL Creative Ideas. Silvina also works as a freelance materials writer for highly-recognised platforms and language schools.

REFERENCES

Lesson 1: Are you a foodie?

Lesson 2: The power of surprise

Lesson 3: Memories

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Discussion of "Slouching Towards Bethlehem" by Joan Didion:

• "Slouching Towards Bethlehem" is a collection of 1960s journalism by Joan Didion, offering a critical look at the counterculture movement.
• Chris appreciates Didion's style and personal approach to journalism, which invites readers into her world and provides insightful commentary.
• Favourite quote: "This is the California where it is possible to live and die without ever eating an artichoke…"

Discussion of "Fugitive Pieces" by Anne Michaels:

• Chris describes "Fugitive Pieces" as a powerful exploration of memory, personal history, and self-construction set against the backdrop of the Holocaust.
• He praises Anne Michaels' poetic writing style and the depth of insight each reading offers.
• Favorite quote: "The past is never dead, it's never even past."

Discussion of "Bleak House" by Charles Dickens:

• Chris highlights Charles Dickens' storytelling prowess in "Bleak House," emphasising its intricate plot and rich character development.
• He discusses Dickens' use of symbolism, particularly the fog, to represent societal issues and interconnectedness.
• Favourite quote: "Fog everywhere... Fog in the eyes and throats of ancient Greenwich pensioners."

ABOUT

Chris qualified as a librarian and then as a teacher of English, careers he followed with pleasure for over 30 years although he was drawn away from the librarianship side quite early. His longest service, over 20 years, was in a school where the students had over sixty home languages.

REFERENCES

1. Didion, J. (1968) Slouching Towards Bethlehem. Farrar, Straus and Giroux
2. Michaels, A. (1996) Fugitive Pieces. McClelland & Stewart Ltd.
3. Dickens, C. (1852-1853) Bleak House. Bradbury & Evans

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Core Set of Tools

Charlie emphasises the significance of technology in his daily routine, relying heavily on the Google suite of apps for communication and organisation. He highlights the role of technology in facilitating communication with teachers, students, and school administrators.

Integration of AI (Artificial Intelligence)

The conversation shifts to the integration of AI in educational settings, with Charlie acknowledging its potential in catering to students' specific needs. However, he underscores the importance of testing and refining AI-generated materials to ensure their suitability for classroom use.

Tips for Choosing Technology

Charlie offers practical advice for educators navigating the vast array of available technologies, focusing on factors such as cost-effectiveness, ease of use, and unique functionalities. He emphasises the need to assess whether a particular technology addresses specific teaching challenges or merely adds to the existing toolkit.

ABOUT

Charlie, originally from Bath, ventured into TEFL in Thailand before teaching in South Korea. Despite intending to go to Japan, he settled for South Korea for a year in Busan. With 3 years of experience, he pursued a CELTA course at Bath College, enabling him to teach in Europe. Arriving in Cadiz, Spain in 2012, he later moved to Seville before returning to Cadiz as Director of Studies of Foreign Languages at CLIC IH Cadiz. With a DELTA qualification, he shares teaching experiences and educational technology expertise through his website and YouTube channel, injecting humour into his endeavours.

Learn more about Charlie's work by visiting his YouTube channel here.

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Teaching vs. Tutoring vs. Coaching

Paul explains the differences between teaching, tutoring, and coaching, emphasising the focus on introducing subject matter, improving existing skills, and achieving specific goals, respectively.

Characteristics of Great Writing

Paul highlights the importance of precision, clarity, persuasiveness, and engagement in great writing, emphasising its power to change the reader's thinking and entertain.

Tips for Developing Writing Skills

Paul shares tips for coaches to help students develop writing skills, including thoughtful analysis of strengths and weaknesses, customised programs, targeted feedback, and iterative revision.

ABOUT

Paul is a Canadian English teacher, writer, content creator, and coach who works with writers to develop and enhance their skills. In addition to being the co-host of the Trouble With Writing Podcast, he is also known on Youtube as The Grammar Detective. On that channel, he hosts the weekly livestream Hard-Boiled English Live, and the web series English Weirdness. Recently, he has launched a brand new Youtube channel focused on English writing skills called The Writing Workshop.

Learn more about Paul's work by following him on LinkedIn here.

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Advantages of Using Authentic Media:

Samvidha explains how using clips from films and TV shows in the classroom motivates and engages students. Authentic material also exposes students to the target language and various topics covered in the media. Examples from Samvidha's classes, including the TV show "Young Sheldon," illustrate the effectiveness of using relevant media.

Selecting Appropriate Material:

Samvidha shares her top priorities when choosing media for language classes, emphasising cultural appropriateness and relevance to students, and matching the material to students' language proficiency levels.

Implementation Strategies:

Differentiated materials and support are essential for addressing the diverse needs of learners in the classroom.

Long-term media use (2 to 4 months or a school semester) allows for deeper engagement and language production from students.

ABOUT

Samvidha is currently training to become a teacher at secondary school level and specialises in teaching languages. She not only loves teaching, but is also a passionate language learner herself. She is fluent in five languages and is learning Korean and Japanese. 

Apart from this, Samvidha is also a writer and blogger. She runs her own blog called books and coffee (BOCO for short) where she writes about language learning, education and everything else she’s passionate about.

To learn more about Samvidha's work, visit her blog.

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Myth 1: Dyslexic-Friendly Fonts

Ania debunks the idea that specific fonts are more accessible for dyslexic learners. She emphasises that dyslexia is a neurological condition and not a vision issue. Thus, alternative fonts do not effectively aid dyslexic learners in reading. Ania stresses the importance of teaching reading skills rather than relying on fonts.

Myth 2: Color Overlays

Similarly, Ania explains that colour overlays do not alleviate dyslexia-related challenges in reading. She clarifies that dyslexia is rooted in brain function and recommends focusing on structural language approaches to address dyslexic learners' needs.

Myth 3: Specific Teaching Methods

Ania highlights the misconception that specific teaching methods are superior for dyslexic students. She advocates for a structured approach to language learning, emphasising phonological aspects. Ania discourages methods that oversimplify reading or attribute dyslexia to vision issues.

Tips for Teachers

Ania provides practical advice for teachers working with dyslexic students. She suggests starting with a needs analysis, identifying areas of difficulty in writing, and focusing on fundamental language structures. Ania stresses patience, gradual implementation of changes, and fostering open dialogue with learners.

ABOUT

Ania is the founder of PolCa Languages, where she shares her research and learning on dyslexia in bilingual children.

She is also an English Philologist, Orton Gillingham and Phonographix educator, as well as the mother to a bilingual dyslexic son.

To learn more about Ania’s work, visit her website.

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Importance of Collecting Feedback

Kate highlights the importance of collecting feedback from learners throughout the course rather than waiting until the end. She emphasises that gathering feedback helps in understanding learners’' needs, improving teaching practice, and ensuring learners feel comfortable and valued.

Creating a Safe Space for Feedback

Kate suggests creating a safe atmosphere in lessons where learners feel comfortable expressing their feelings and opinions. By encouraging open dialogue and assuring learners that their feedback is valued, teachers can create a conducive environment for constructive feedback.

Ways to Collect Feedback

Various methods for collecting feedback are shared, including anonymous surveys like Google Forms, reflection at the end of lessons or courses, and informal one-on-one chats with learners. These approaches provide opportunities for learners to share their thoughts and feelings openly.

Implementing Feedback

Kate suggests analysing feedback, identifying actionable changes, and creating an action plan for implementation. She emphasises the importance of implementing changes gradually, monitoring their effectiveness, and seeking further feedback to ensure continuous improvement.

Building Trust and Dialogue

The episode closes with a discussion about the importance of conveying feedback changes to students, fostering trust, and encouraging ongoing dialogue. Teachers can strengthen teacher-student relationships and create a supportive learning environment by building a culture of open communication and demonstrating responsiveness to feedback.

ABOUT

Kate is a CELTA and Delta-qualified EFL professional who has been teaching English for more than 10 years. 

She’s taught general English to all age groups in one of the biggest English schools in Ukraine. She's experienced in preparing students for international exams and in creating modular courses, such as literature and soft skills for teenagers. Kate has also trained and mentored teachers through facilitating practical workshops.

Kate now works as a freelancer and helps teachers become their better selves by sharing her experience on Instagram, providing consultations and observations, and designing specific courses and workshops for teachers.

Follow Kate on Instagram at kate_the_teacher

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Defining Freelancing vs. Business Ownership

Rachael explores the distinction between freelancing and business ownership, emphasizing the importance of viewing oneself as a business owner regardless of terminology.

Shifting Mindset for Success

Rachael highlights the significance of adopting a business mindset, empowering freelancers to take control of their careers and attract higher-quality clients.

Getting Started While Employed

Rachael addresses the common dilemma of starting a business while employed, offering practical advice on balancing employment with entrepreneurial pursuits.

Building Your Business Step-by-Step

Rachael shares strategies for launching a business gradually, emphasising the importance of identifying target clients, understanding their needs, and offering tailored solutions.

Organic Marketing for Educators

Rather than traditional sales tactics, Rachael advocates for organic marketing, which focuses on building relationships and providing value to attract ideal clients.

Sustainable Growth and Client Relationships

Laura and Rachael discuss the misconception that a successful business requires numerous clients, emphasising the value of cultivating long-term relationships with the right clients.

ABOUT

Rachael Roberts is a qualified coach with 30 years of ELT industry experience as a teacher, teacher trainer and materials writer, including 15 years as a thriving small business owner. Rachael is on a mission to help ELT freelancers break free from being underpaid and undervalued.

Through her foundation course (The Confident Freelancing Roadmap) and membership (The Confident ELT Freelancer Collective), as well as her group programme (Designed to Flourish), she aims to challenge the low expectations and the culture of ‘having to’ accept poor conditions, and teach ELT freelancers the steps they can take to build sustainable, fulfilling businesses.

Visit Earn Learn Thrive to learn more.

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Podcast Pathfinder programme

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Inspiring Events

Abigail shares her motivation for organising online events to create space for people to meet and connect. She explains how the online events expanded to include work-along summits for teachers interested in starting their businesses.

About the Events

Abigail explains the structure of the events, including prerecorded sessions led by different guests and interactive workshops aimed at encouraging participation. She highlights the benefits, including exposure to different teaching styles and networking opportunities.

Keeping Events Free:

Abigail emphasises her decision to keep events free to reach a wider audience and foster connections between learners and teachers worldwide. She highlights how this approach helps to market her business.

Taking Action

Abigail offers tips for those interested in participating as speakers, attendees, or organisers, emphasising the importance of being specific and proactive.

ABOUT

Abbie founded Mums’ English Circle, a conversation club for mothers, and online events like Learn English Together and Momentum, the work-along summit for English language teachers. She’s absolutely lit up by connecting people, helping learners find their perfect teachers, and helping teachers make the money they deserve with learners they love teaching. 

She’s been teaching for over 15 years and now lives in Japan with her husband, two daughters and way too much craft material.

Visit English with Abigail to learn more about Abigail's work.

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Why is Money Difficult to Discuss?

Nicola delves into cultural and personal factors contributing to the discomfort around discussing finances, particularly in service-based industries like teaching.

Three Ways to Grow Funds

Nicola emphasises the importance of pensions, tax-free investing options, and workplace pensions with employer-matching contributions.

Overcoming Financial Fear

Nicola provides insights on gradually making financial changes, treating financial management like administrative tasks, and exploring personal money beliefs.

ABOUT

Nicola’s been in TEFL for 20 years, first as a travelling teacher and then a materials writer with 2 award-winning Graded Readers and bits and pieces for most of the publishers. 

A couple of years ago, she could no longer ignore her dire finances and taught herself about pensions and investing – from podcasts mainly (of course!).

With this new interest in what she’d always thought of as “boring money stuff”, she wondered how to turn it into a job. And that’s how she ended up creating online courses about investing and personal finance for other people in ELT. 

She now spends barely any time managing her investments, in case you’re wondering, because it’s all passive. Visit The Chilled Investor to learn more about Nicola's work.

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Content And Business

Amy shares examples of the multi-media content she creates for social media and her website to support students and grow her online teaching business. Amy highlights the importance of creating cohesive, rather than stand-alone content, to provide value to prospective and current students.

Choosing A Platform

Amy reflects on why she focused on Instagram as her social media platform to complement her website. Amy points out that it's important to select a platform that aligns with her goals and her target audience.

Choosing Content

Amy emphasises the value of experimenting with various platforms and content formats to find what works best. She also stresses that with so many content formats, content creation does not require you to be front of camera all of the time to have a positive impact.

Content Creation Tips

Keeping things authentic, focusing on one platform and collaborating with others are among the best practices that Amy shares that have helped her grow as a creator.

ABOUT

Amy has been teaching English for 9 years. She’s taught English in various schools around the U.K, Germany, Italy and Malta. 

After spending several years working in language schools, she decided to take a plunge and start her own online teaching business three years ago, teaching students from around the world in private and small group sessions. Her blog, which can be found on her website English with Amy Online, includes lots of English tips and other collaborations with educators. To learn more about Amy's business, including examples of the type of content she creates, visit her website here.

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KEY TALKING POINTS

Common Challenges in Teams

Language, culture, and remoteness are often perceived as major challenges. Ian emphasises that these factors might be overrated and explores deeper dimensions.

Reflection on Attitudes

Ian suggests that individuals should reflect on their attitudes, assumptions, and adaptability. He highlights the importance of not jumping to conclusions and being flexible in communication styles.

Intro to Critical Incidents

Critical incidents are situations where interpersonal reactions, conflicts, or misunderstandings occur. Ian clarifies that "critical" refers to the need for critical thinking to reflect on the situation.

Example 1: Trust in Teams

A project leader constantly checks in on a team member's progress. Ian highlights how this situation could lead to misunderstandings and highlights the importance of discussing work preferences and expectations.

Example 2: Quality vs. Deadlines

A team member tasked with a marketing proposal faces a conflict with the team leader's deadline priorities. Communication and expectation-setting are crucial in avoiding blame and unexpected conflicts.

REFERENCES

Dignen, B. and McMaster, I. (2023) Trainingsbuch Business English: Kommunikation und Zusammenarbeit in Internationalen Team. Freiburg: Haufe Group

ABOUT

Ian McMaster is a business communications consultant, journalist and author. Originally from England, Ian has lived in Munich for 35 years and is a regular participant and speaker at international language-learning conferences.

Ian was editor-in-chief of the English-language magazine “Spotlight” in the 1990s and then editor-in-chief of the business communication magazine “Business Spotlight” from 2001 to 2021. Both magazines are published by ZEIT SPRACHEN, part of the ZEIT publishing group.

Ian’s latest book, with co-author Bob Dignen, is “Trainingsbuch Business English: Kommunikation und Zusammenarbeit in internationalen Teams”, published by Haufe. Despite its German title, the book is completely in English and looks at how people of all languages can communicate and work together better in international teams. Follow Ian's work on LinkedIn here.

LinkedIn Ian McMaster and Bob Dignen

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In this episode, David shares:

Discovering Forest Bathing: David recounts the pivotal moment during a trip to Nara Park, where the expansive forest and tame deer provided a sense of relaxation and rejuvenation. He later experienced the need for a break during a hectic teaching schedule, leading him to discover forest bathing or shinrin-yoku.

Forest Bathing Benefits: David describes forest bathing as a slow and immersive experience, distinct from hiking. He emphasizes its role in clearing the mind, promoting relaxation, and its potential for alleviating teacher fatigue.

Personal Observations: David shares his observations on the benefits of forest bathing, including reduced blood pressure, increased energy, and enhanced focus.

References & Resources

Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. Available here. Accessed on 2 Jan 2024

Stepanczuk, D. (2020) How PAC Almost Got Me. Available at MIND BRAIN EDUCATION. Accessed on 2 Jan 2024

Stepanczuk, D. (2023) Meditation and Incense: How I Meditate, and Teacher Fatigue. Available on LinkedIn here. Accessed on 2 Jan 2024

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In this episode, Ola focuses on three key points:

✅ Foundations Over Instincts: Ola shares her journey, emphasising the significance of establishing relationships within the ELT community before diving into social media. Many teachers rush into social media without a clear target audience or specific offers, leading to ineffective results.

✅ Beyond Language Teaching: Ola highlights the futility of content that only focuses on teaching language points. While such content might engage learners, it doesn't necessarily convert them into paying clients. Ola stresses the importance of speaking directly to the specific audience you aim to serve.

✅ Quality Over Quantity: Ola debunks the myth that success on social media requires relentless posting. She advocates for a more active approach involving networking with diverse professionals and directly engaging potential clients. Quality interactions outweigh the volume of content posted.

Reference
Kowalska, O. (2023) “Why you’re still struggling to get students from Instagram,” Get Richer, Teacher! OlaKowalska.com. April 6. Available here. Accessed on 26 December 2023.

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In this episode, Gregory talks about:

✅ Realigning Teaching Goals: Gregory emphasizes connecting language learning to students' interests, not just test scores, for practical communication.

✅ Engaging Students: He advises making English relevant to students' lives to combat disinterest in language studies due to test-centric teaching.

✅ Navigating Word Usage: Discussion focuses on understanding emotional nuances in words, not just literal meanings.

✅ Overcoming Fear of Mistakes: Embracing errors as part of the learning process is highlighted to encourage communication without perfection pressure.

✅ Teaching Beyond Tests: Advocacy for personalised teaching methods within test-focused curricula to foster broader language appreciation.

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Our Global Lingua Franca: An Educator’s Guide to Spreading English Where EFL Doesn’t Work by Gregory Diehl.

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In this episode, Kyle talks about:

✅ Text Selection: Kyle emphasizes the importance of offering students choice in reading materials, catering to individual preferences to foster engagement.

✅ Supporting Struggling Students: He advocates for a personalised approach, focusing on understanding students' specific needs through Reading Conferences and tailored goals.

✅ Cultivating a Reading Habit: Kyle discusses the gradual process of building a habit by setting achievable reading goals, catering to each student's level and needs.

✅ Addressing Economic Disparities: Recognising the challenge of access to books, Kyle shares strategies like classroom libraries and communication with parents to bridge the gap.

Throughout the episode, Kyle's insights highlight the significance of personalised approaches in ESL teaching and creating inclusive spaces for learners from various backgrounds. Kyle offers practical tips for educators facing similar challenges, emphasising the value of understanding students' individual needs to promote literacy and engagement in the classroom.

To learn more about Kyle’s work, visit his AIR Language website here.

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In this episode, Shane talks about:

✅ Leadership Realities: Shane challenges the misconception that leadership is solely about charisma, highlighting its multifaceted nature.

✅ Strengths and Weaknesses: Shane shares experiences, emphasizing the importance of leveraging strengths and seeking support for weaknesses in leadership styles.

✅ Transitioning to Leadership: Addressing the belief that lack of formal leadership experience hinders progress, Shane highlights transferable skills from teaching to leadership.

✅ Skill Mapping: Shane suggests practical self-reflection and skill mapping to identify strengths, weaknesses, and the value of mentorship in leadership journeys.

To learn more about Shane's work, visit his website here.

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In this episode, Tommy talks about:

✅ What inspired him to use music in his classes with his adult students

✅ Why it’s crucial to factor in learners’ level and interests when choosing songs

✅ Supporting learners in developing a deeper understanding of a song through guided research

✅ Three songs he frequently uses in classes, why he uses them and the meaning behind them

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In this episode, Lottie talks about:

✅ The importance and impact inclusive representation can have on learners

✅ How to include teenage and adult learners in analysing existing materials

✅ How small adaptations, such as changing photos or names, can make a big difference

✅ Including learners by making tasks relatable and achievable so everyone can take part

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Podcaster & Producer Laura Wilkes

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With thanks to our generous guest, Lottie Galpin.

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In this episode, Jennifer talks about:

✅ The purpose of content versus copy and why we need a combination of the two

✅ How a digital portfolio can benefit teachers, freelancers, and business owners

✅ The importance of knowing our audience, how we help them, and our unique selling point

✅ What we should keep in mind when deciding what to create, where to post, and when

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Podcaster & Producer Laura Wilkes

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With thanks to our delightful guest, Jennifer Murray.

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In this episode, Jema talks about:

✅ Motor skills and emotional regulation at this stage of child development

✅ How we can drill new words and phrases in a fun way using our voice and Total Physical Response (TPR)

✅ How to play the 'What's in my pocket’ game using flashcards and props

✅ How we can involve all of our kindergarten students in a Ball Drop game

While creating this episode, I enjoyed reviewing Jema's Confident Teacher Programme and seeing these activities and many more in action. Learn more about the programme and book a call with Jema here.

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Podcaster & Producer Laura Wilkes

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With thanks to our fun guest, Jema Perry.

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In this episode, Sarah talks about:

✅ How we can support our ongoing learning and build our network

✅ The value of building a professional development portfolio

✅ How setting personal learning goals can propel us forward

✅ Ways we can tackle self-doubt and uncertainty during a break.

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Podcaster & Producer Laura Wilkes

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With thanks to our inspiring guest, Sarah Omar.

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In this episode, Rob talks about:

1. Challenges we may encounter in moving from teaching groups to one-to-one

2. The multiple skills a one-to-one practitioner needs

3. The difference between teaching, facilitating and coaching

4. The value in using student-sourced materials to plan and deliver tailored lessons

To learn more about Rob's work, visit his website here. Check out Rob's publications, including Activities for Speaking for One-to-One or Group and One to One: An Updated and Practical Guide to Teaching, on his Amazon author page here.

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Podcaster & Producer Laura Wilkes 

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With thanks to our charming guest, Rob Howard.

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In this episode, Harry talks about:

How we can connect the activities to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Activity 1: A Climate Board Race to engage learners in reviewing language

Activity 2: A Snowball 'fight’ as a way to engage learners in writing and sharing Planet Pledges

Activity 3: A Two-Minute Tweet to help learners connect everyday topics to the environment.

To learn more about Harry's work, including useful teaching resources and lesson plans, go to Renewable English.

References

To explore the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, go to https://www.undp.org/

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Podcaster & Producer Laura Wilkes 

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With thanks to our superduper guest, Harry Waters.

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In this episode, Adrian talks about:

1. Normal versus chronic stress he has experienced in his career

2. The difference between passive and active stress management strategies

3. How to create a bank of wellbeing activities for better self-care

4. How to build new habits using the Easy, Attractive, Social, Timely (EAST) framework

To learn more about Adrian’s publications and work on teacher wellbeing, visit teachappy.

References

To explore Dr Tal Ben-Shahar's work on happiness, go to: https://talbenshahar.com/

Behavioural Insights Team (2023) EAST Four simple ways to apply behavioural insights. Available at: https://www.bi.team/here/east... (Accessed: 20 September 2023).

Hello teacher. If you are experiencing high levels of stress, then there are organisations that can support. The Samaritans is an example of a charity that listens without judgment. You can call them anytime, email, chat, write a letter or use their self-help app.

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Podcaster & Producer Laura Wilkes 

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With thanks to our inspiring guest, Adrian Bethune.

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In this episode you will hear:

- Lizzie describe how she will apply games to her role in EdTech

- Veronique share a collaborative creative writing task

- Samvidha reflect on her experience as a first-time presenter

- Ian summarise the connection between English for Specifc Purposes (ESP) and AI

- Rumana share tips on how we can the most of such events

- Yuval reflect on the role events like the ETAS PD day have on teacher development

To learn more about ETAS, including the online and face-to-face events they organise, go to https://www.e-tas.ch/ 

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Podcaster & Producer Laura Wilkes 

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With thanks to all of our lovely guests and the fantastic ETAS team.

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In this episode, Ruth talks about:

- What inspired her to start using TikTok to create bite-sized learning

- Examples of content she creates to help students review and prepare for exams

- The impact her TikTok account @steertosuccess has had on students

- What to keep in mind when creating educational content for social media

To see examples of Ruth’s videos, visit her TikTok page at @steertosuccess

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Podcaster & Producer Laura Wilkes

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With thanks to our inspiring guest, Ruth Brewer.

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In this interview, Blair talks about:

1. Vowel sounds Mandarin English speakers find challenging and why

2. The meaning of intelligibility and its relevance to research and teaching

3. How similar sounds between learners’ L1 and English doesn't always make learning easier

4. How gestures and perception-based activities can support learners in tackling sounds they find challenging.

While Blair's research is focused on Mandarin English speakers, the tips and teaching strategies she shares can be adapted to other sounds and the needs of your learners.

To learn more about Blair's studies, contact her here or visit the City, University of London website here. To watch this episode with closed captions on YouTube, click here.

References
Flege, J. E. (1995). 'Second Language Speech Learning Theory, Findings, and Problems', in Strange, W. (ed.) Speech Perception and Linguistic Experience Issues in Cross-Language Research. Timonium: MD York Press, pp.233-277

Wang, H. (2023, April 20) A Systematic Review: The Identification of Segmental Mandarin-Accented English Features. IATEFL Harrogate, UK

Passy, J. (2010) Cued Articulation: Consonants and Vowels (Revised Edition). ACER Press

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Podcaster & Producer Laura Wilkes

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In this episode, Jane shares tips on:

1. How to tailor feedback for lower-level versus higher-level students.

2. What to prioritise when facilitating error correction in class.

3. The different ways we can communicate feedback to our students.

4. How to organise our feedback to keep it balanced.

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If you enjoyed this episode, you may want to listen to TESOL Pop Season 5 Episode 5, Using Technology to Provide Meaningful Feedback, with Vibbl founder Nihad Ćehić for more insights on the impact of feedback on students' progress.

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To learn more about Robbie's work and latest publications, visit his website or connect with him on LinkedIn here.

References

Samuels, R. (2023) Break Out of Boredom: Low-Tech Solutions for Highly Engaging Zoom Events. Wordsworth Lane Press

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You can find out more about Adrienn's work by reading her blog EAL Diaries here or following her on LinkedIn here.

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Sanders, S. (2022) 'Visibilising and Usualising' the LGBTQ+ Community. TEDxGoodenoughCollege. Available here. Accessed 5 May 2023.

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Watch the podcast recording here for demonstrations of these tools in use.

References

Microsoft Office. (2023). Immersive Reader, Dictate, and Subtitles are features built into Microsoft Office software like Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and OneNote.

Google Chrome. (2023). Use Immersive Reader on Websites (Version 113.0.5672.92). Available here. Accessed 15 May 2023

YouTube Transcript (2023). Available here. Accessed 15 May 2023.

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References

Ichaporia, N 2023, ‘What is the teacher’s role in increasingly automated online education?’ 56th IATEFL International Conference and Exhibition. Harrogate, UK, 18th April 2023.

Lynch, C 2023, ‘What do you meme? Incorporating memetic communication into language learning,’ 56th IATEFL International Conference and Exhibition. Harrogate, UK, 19th April 2023.

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