Irina Nosova

This article aims to elucidate the challenges faced by volunteer language teachers engaged in teaching Ukrainian refugees displaced by war in Europe, drawing from my experience as a methodologist in a volunteer language teaching project. Through an exploration of the most prevalent issues encountered by these educators, I will also propose effective solutions to address them. Background information Samantha Smith’s Group comprises a substantial cohort of volunteer language teachers, predominantly of Slavic origin or possessing proficiency in Russian and/or Ukrainian as their first language, alongside a contingent of other English speakers. Notably, this diverse group encompasses individuals with varied professional backgrounds,...

Lesson observations (LOs) play a crucial role in the professional development of teachers, providing an opportunity for reflection, feedback and growth. However, to ensure that this process benefits both the teacher and the observer, it is essential to follow certain protocols and maintain a respectful and supportive environment. The importance of effective lesson observation There may be many different reasons for LO: the idea may come from the observees themselves to get valuable feedback on their teaching; it may be a requirement of the school; or maybe a novice teacher wants to observe a more experienced colleague to gain some insights....

The author shares her teaching and learning experiences.

The article offers advice on how to encourage learners to become more independent in class and outside.

The author uses ChatGPT to value itself and then goes on to comment on the results. The article shows that it will have a huge impact on future learning and resource development.

Using two board games as examples – Codenames and Alias, the article offers practical tips on how to get the best out of the activity.

Even at C2 level, practise is required to maintain it. There are a number of useful apps and podcasts which are perfect for these students. The writer describes a few of her favourites.