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Motivational Speaker Techniques To Encourage Students’ English Speaking Skills

Motivational speakers can inspire students to improve their English speaking skills by fostering a positive mindset and emphasizing the importance of practice and perseverance. They use relatable stories and interactive techniques to build students’ confidence and reduce fear of making mistakes. The Oxford University Press ELT team has published an article on Motivational Speaker Techniques… Continue reading Motivational Speaker Techniques To Encourage Students’ English Speaking Skills

Motivating Teens With Classroom Competitions [Video]

Watch the latest EduTopia video ‘Motivating Teens With Classroom Competitions’. Making games a regular part of class can get even the coolest high school students engaged in the content—and help them recall key concepts and vocabulary.

Technology and creativity: Preparing yourself for the future classroom [Video]

Here is a video from ELTOC – English Language Teaching Online Conference. Technology is changing society, but is it affecting the classroom the same way? In this talk, I will examine the debate about the ongoing influence of technological advancements on our schools and profession. I’ll consider the possible ramifications of future innovations and suggest… Continue reading Technology and creativity: Preparing yourself for the future classroom [Video]

ELTWeekly Volume 15, Issue 4 | May 2024

Welcome to ELTWeekly Volume 15, Issue 4 for May 2024! As we delve into the latest developments and insights in the field of English Language Teaching (ELT), this edition promises a wealth of knowledge, strategies, and resources to enhance your teaching practice. From innovative methodologies to practical classroom tips, join us on a journey to… Continue reading ELTWeekly Volume 15, Issue 4 | May 2024

British Council Mini Event – Breaking down barriers, June 19

Register to attend three practical webinars and a panel discussion from educators specialising in equality, diversity and inclusion in ELT and find out how to make your classroom more inclusive. The event will be on June 19, 2024. This event on Wednesday June 19, 2024 will feature three practical webinars from specialists in equality, diversity and inclusion.… Continue reading British Council Mini Event – Breaking down barriers, June 19

Learning to learn for pre-primary students, May 2024 [Webinar]

Cambridge English Language Assessment team is hosting a webinar ‘Learning to learn for pre-primary students’ on May 14 and May 16, 2024. What is this webinar about? Can we really help pre-school and early primary children to take control of their learning? Yes! The earlier we introduce key learning skills like setting goals, managing the… Continue reading Learning to learn for pre-primary students, May 2024 [Webinar]

Introducing the Sustainability Framework for ELT: free activity cards [Cambridge ELT Blog]

The Cambridge ELT Blog contributor Jade Blue has published a new blog post ‘Introducing the Sustainability Framework for ELT: free activity cards’. She says, “As teachers and educators we play an important role in helping our learners develop the skills they will need to flourish at work and as citizens. Sustainability can bring conversations of… Continue reading Introducing the Sustainability Framework for ELT: free activity cards [Cambridge ELT Blog]

How Graded Readers and Engaging Activities Can Ignite Student Interest in the Magic of Books

Read the latest OUP article on reinstating student interest in books. The OUP team says, “Reading for pleasure opens doors to all sorts of worlds for us to explore. When we are hooked on a story, we feel like we have jumped into the book’s pages to undergo an exciting reading experience. Times flies, our… Continue reading How Graded Readers and Engaging Activities Can Ignite Student Interest in the Magic of Books

Five Communicative Language Teaching Methods

Here is an old video published by Kent Andersen.