Michael Lacey Freeman

Michael Lacey Freeman has been working in the field of English language teaching for over 30 years, both as a teacher and ELT author. He has been involved in a number of course book writing projects, both for the Italian and international market. He is also a storyteller and has travelled extensively around Italy and other parts of the world to tell his stories and spread the message that words are powerful. Five of his graded readers have won international awards and he tells some stories about his life in Italy on his podcast, ‘Tea at 5.00’ (Oxford University Press).

Seven wishes granted?

In this second article Michael Lacey Freeman describes the approach of Elevate and shows how good teaching and learning practice can be reflected in classroom materials.

Seven wishes

In this article Michael Lacey Freeman describes how his personal wish-list for materials for his students finally became a published book. He shows how good teaching practice can be reflected in classroom materials.

From reaction to creation

Michael Lacey Freeman suggests ways of using readers to bring learners together and develop creativity.

Why use readers?

Michael Lacey Freeman suggests ways of using readers to engage young learners by using their curiosity, imagination and reflection.