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Beginning well in 2025: prioritising well-being in the classroom and beyond

As 2025 begins, many of us are likely to reflect and set resolutions for the year ahead. Whilst it is great to set measurable results such as ‘use technology in the classroom 3 times a week’ or ‘read 20 books related to teaching’, these statements often overly focus on the outcome. Setting intentions is more process-oriented and focuses on our overall way of being and the strategies and support needed, rather than fixating on an end result. In this blog, Anna Hasper talks about setting intentions for our well-being to begin 2025 well.

Teaching ESL learners ‘wetiquette’ using podcasts

The authors describe a useful communicative, collaborative and creative activity using modern technology.

Checking understanding in the classroom: not just concept checking

Being able to check understanding of both target language and instructions is a key part of teaching. The research leads to some interesting conclusions.

A tale of two authors

This dialogue between authors based in Japan and Italy shows the importance of reading to our learners and the dangers of translation software.

Introducing On Reflection

The article considers ways of linking classroom activities to the real world.