At a time when school and home pressures mean it’s not uncommon to see signs of stress amongst students, mindfulness has taken an important role in he...
One of the jobs of a teacher is to help reluctant readers find a passion for reading. This isn’t often easy! While a love for reading may come natural...
There’s a story about a successful golfer. After he hit a hole in one, someone said to him: ‘I’ve never seen anyone so lucky in my life,’ To which he ...
When we use language, we’re not just getting meaning from the words we hear. We also use visual cues to tell us what is happening. These could be the ...
If these past few years have taught us anything, it’s that the question should never be whether to use technology in our classrooms, but rather how we...
Learning another language may represent a challenge that every student adjusts to differently. The flipped classroom approach may be the answer you’re...
Ever looked at your young learners and wondered if you’ve been dropped into a cage of monkeys? Naturally far more energetic, curious, and just plain (...
I frequently have students asking for advice on how to improve different areas in which they are struggling. These are my top eight digital resources ...
Do you have students who think English tests are a simple stamp of approval at the end of a course? We thought so. On the other hand, you’ve probably ...
While teenagers have a talent for looking at the adults in their lives with keen suspicion, it’s a sure bet that suggesting a game in class will turn ...
When spring rolls around you can practically hear everyone’s better mood. Warmer, longer days make for happier people overall—and classtime is as good...
Because there will never not be vocabulary to practice, these quick activities are perfect for anytime. Think to warm up your class, change pace befor...
