Process Writing in Pictures
My new infographic Some time ago, I started trying to learn to make infographics and had an idea for a poster showing a possible lesson following a process orientation to […]
The Undercover CELTA
I was shocked to hear that one of my past trainees in Athens Greece, is actually keeping her CELTA secret from her employer. She has begged her tutors all her colleagues never to mention her slip up to her employer (though she passed with a great grade!!) In her school, […]
Life as it used to BI
<![CDATA[BI=Before Internet Our collective memories get so easily altered with the advent and use of new technologies. It’s so common amongst people to resist new tech and for teachers […]
10 Reasons Why You Should Look for a Job in a Summer School
More and more teachers are considering applying for a teaching job in summer schools in the UK or other countries. But, what does it take for your application to be successful? […]
Πως να διδάσκετε Αγγλικά χωρίς να μαθαίνουν οι μαθητές σας
Το παρακάτω είναι ένα μάθημα όπως δεν πρέπει να γίνεται: Ο καθηγητής και ο μαθητής συνομιλούν στην Ελληνική γλώσσα Ο καθηγητής ζητάει από τον μαθητή να διαβάσει ένα κείμενο φωναχτά και μετά κάνει ερωτήσεις κατανοήσεως στον μαθητή Μετά ο καθηγητής αναλύει λέξη λέξη και φράση φράση το κείμενο στον μαθητή […]
What kind of School are you working for? (A Questionnaire on the ‘micro-climate’ of an institution)
This is a response to many readers and trainees who talk about the frequent frustration befalling newly (or not so “newly”…) trained teachers finding themselves teaching in an environment where […]
The Cambridge Delta and Why I Chose the Intensive Course Option
Since I completed my Delta course and overall assessment, I have received several messages from prospective candidates who want to or have to follow an intensive course because no other […]
How to overcome observation anxiety- Tips for CELTA and Delta trainees
Whether you have been observed by colleagues in a more or less unofficial setting, by your DOS as part of a job appraisal scheme or process, or as part of a […]
Is the CELTA course just for new teachers?
When the Cambridge CELTA was first created, it was intended as a pre-service course but experience has shown that it is a perfect course for the novice teacher, yes, but it is also a great course even if you are an experienced teacher who has not had the opportunity […]
Eight steps to becoming a more creative teacher (reblogged)
Earlier this summer, I was involved in a series of presentations, writings, webinars and even a trip to London to present a seminar live at the British Council central offices, […]