Wor(l)ds beyond the page: Social-emotional learning (SEL) in the EFL classroom through graphic novels
Learning from experience: a teacher using what she learnt as a student When I was a student, my EFL teacher…
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Integrating Coaching Skills in English Language Teaching (ELT)
The role of teachers in English Language Teaching (ELT) has evolved significantly, moving beyond traditional methods focused solely on linguistic…
That’s Dope: 5 Drug Words Gone Mainstream
Like a chocoholic, but for booze–aholicAlcohol addicts have been called alcoholics since the mid-19th century. It took about a hundred…
Sizzling Grills and Exam Drills: Life Lessons Beyond Tests
This is the story of a boy who grew up in a fairly isolated village of Greece following the conclusion…
The Roles of Language Tests (and All Tests) in Society
In contemporary society, tests, particularly language tests, play a pivotal role in shaping the educational, professional, and social trajectories of…
Are Tests Tools of Oppression or Liberation?
What are the possible roles that language tests (and all tests) play in society? What is society, who wields power,…
The Power of ELT Exams: Transforming Lives and Opening Doors
English Language Teaching exams have long been a cornerstone of the educational landscape, serving as a critical tool for assessing…
The Evolution of ELT Exams: A Historical Perspective
The landscape of English Language Teaching (ELT) exams has evolved significantly over time, reflecting changes in language education and the…
EI before AI: Teaching Emotional Intelligence in the age of Artificial Intelligence
Teachers in the U.S.AAccording to Edutopia, a review of 2023’s major themes revealed that educators find “dysregulation” or “disequilibrium” in…
Why the letter “w” is silent in the word “answer”
An excerpt from The Inside Story on English Spelling by Paquita Boston explains that the silent “w” in answer is…