Openness as praxis in ELT classes: disrupting conventional grammar teaching through gamification
Introduction Due to globalization and the unprecedented challenges posed by the recent Covid-19 pandemic, there is an urgent call for…
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Enhancing Language Learning: Nurturing Motivation, Alleviating Anxiety, and Fostering Enjoyment in the ELT Classroom
Creating a positive, vibrant, and cheery atmosphere is key in any classroom for learning to happen. The groundwork for this…
Immersive English language learning
Learning a foreign language can be a challenging task for young learners but a very rewarding one at the same…
LanguageCert ESOL B1 & B2 Speaking exams: Preparing candidates for their ‘role play’
By having a look at a few LanguageCert ESOL practice papers, one will soon realise that ‘role play’ is an…
“Ditch the Traditional Hands-Up Approach and Maximize Student Engagement to 100%”
If you’ve ever felt the struggle of maintaining enthusiasm and student engagement in your classroom, you’re not alone. Many educators…
Revolutionizing Classroom
Instructions: Building an Inclusive Learning Environment Have you ever found yourself wondering why students struggle with following your instructions? Or…
Teaching the Brain
From the romantic and poetic “celestial openness” of the child’s mind to the technologically enhanced “blossoming of a speech form”…
When the self-fulfilling prophesy…killed the pastime of reading
DECEMBER 2023, waiting for the New Year to come, I find myself in a family gathering overwhelmed by the festive…
The Magic of Teaching with Puppets: Engaging ESL Learners in a Playful Learning Experience
In the ever-evolving landscape of ESL education, the integration of innovative teaching methods has proven to be an invaluable asset.…
Embedding SDGs into classroom: Let’s get Re-Started
State School Education Counsellor Emeritus, London Embassy of Greece- Education Attaché (2000-2005), Ηellenic Open University Tutor (2007-2015) There is no doubt that…