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Shy or Unsafe? Why some learners struggle with speaking in the language classroom

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“Okay, turn to your group and share your ideas, you’ve got 5 minutes!” I look around the room and whilst the majority of my...
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Value or valued? Are you dating or married?

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In a recent consultation session with a school manager, I used an analogy that came to me at the time, and I am going...
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Grammar me this, grammar me that

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Before we get started, please do not take any of the examples in this blog as evidence of anything. They are purely to get...
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Beginning well in 2025: prioritising well-being in the classroom and beyond

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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.

Organisational cycles – Is it a new year yet?

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A new year, of whatever kind, is often a time of celebration, a fresh start, plans for the coming year, but at times, it can mean despair and confusion. Here, Gerhard Erasmus looks at how different cycles in your organisation can mean a ‘new year’ for different people you work with at different times, and how you can best address their needs.

Out now! ETpedia Teacher Training

500 ideas for teacher training in English Language Teaching

by Beth Melia-Leigh and Nicholas Northall

ETpedia Teacher Training is the must-have resource for new and experienced teacher trainers. Each unit of 10 tips is easy to use and will aid or inspire you whether you are dipping in for a quick idea or looking for more comprehensive guidance.

Featured! ETpedia Vocabulary

500 ideas and activities for teaching vocabulary

by Stacey H. Hughes, Fiona Mauchline, Julie Moore

ETpedia Vocabulary is a one-stop resource for teaching English language vocabulary. It’s full of practical ideas, inspiration, tips, and classroom activities.