How to be a teacher everyone remembers? You teach like Mister Rogers! Fred Rogers was an American television host, author, and songwriter, best known as the creator and host of the long-running children's television show "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood." The show aired from 1968 to 2001 and it was aimed at young children and focused on teaching them a…

In this episode, Rich shares his experiences teaching pre-sessional English classes. These courses are designed to prepare international students for academic success in English-speaking universities. Rich dives into the challenges and rewards of helping students bridge the language gap and succeed in their academic endeavours.In the ELT: Under The…

How to be a teacher everyone remembers? You teach like Carl Sagan! Carl Sagan was an American astronomer, cosmologist, astrophysicist, and science popularizer. He was a professor of astronomy and space sciences and Director of the Laboratory for Planetary Studies at Cornell University. He is best known for his research in the field of planetary sci…

In this episode, we discuss Neil's son starting reception (preschool) in the UK.In the ELT: Under The Covers crumbs on the sheets series, we take some tasty morsels from the current ELT (Education-Learning-Teaching) zeitgeist and go in-depth __________________________________________________________________________________Check out more:✔ Teacher I…

Richard Feynman: Educating the Masses | Teaching Master!How to be a teacher everyone remembers? You teach like Richard Feynman! Richard Feynman was an American physicist, known for his work in the field of quantum mechanics and his contributions to the development of the atomic bomb as part of the Manhattan Project. Feynman was a professor of physi…

In this episode, look at the transformative power of gamification. We delve into how this dynamic approach transcends traditional education, reshaping parenting and religious practices. Learn from NeilTeacher's engaging teaching methods and ProfRich's insights into psychological motivation. Whether you're an educator, parent, or simply interested i…

How to be a teacher everyone remembers? You teach like Anne Sullivan! Anne Sullivan was an American teacher, best known for being the instructor and lifelong companion of Helen Keller, a blind and deaf student. Sullivan was born in 1866 and became blind at an early age due to an eye infection. She attended the Perkins School for the Blind and later…

In this episode, we're thrilled to explore the dynamic concept of 'Lernen durch Lehren' – a German phrase meaning 'learning by teaching.' We engage in a captivating discussion about the practical applications of 'LDL' in language classrooms as Rich shares his teaching experiences with it. We share our insights on how this approach can revolutionize…

What is the Lexical Approach Teaching Method? The Lexical Approach is a language teaching method that prioritizes multi-word lexical phrases over individual words and grammar rules. It aims to develop learners' ability to recognize and use these phrases for natural, fluent speech and communicative competence. It emphasizes practical language skills…

In this episode, we discuss the BBC article - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-67236732. In this insightful video, we explore how students are increasingly turning to tools like ChatGPT for their homework. From generating creative ideas to structuring assignments and even attempting to cheat, AI's role in education is expanding.🔍 Watch as we un…

What is the Dialogic Teaching Method? Dialogic teaching emphasizes dialogue and discussion to promote critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving in a student-centered classroom. This method includes creating a dialogue-conducive environment, posing open-ended questions, engaging in respectful debate, and constructing new knowledge through f…

ELT Under The Covers Podcast Interview #27 with Dr Jules White. @juleswhite3508 is the resident digital alchemist of Vanderbilt University, a leading expert in AI and machine learning, and a lecturer. Known for his groundbreaking work in prompt engineering, Dr. White shares his thoughts on the future of artificial intelligence, the ethical implicat…

What is the Lexical Approach Teaching Method? The Lexical Approach is a language teaching method that prioritizes multi-word lexical phrases over individual words and grammar rules. It aims to develop learners' ability to recognize and use these phrases for natural, fluent speech and communicative competence. It emphasizes practical language skills…

In this episode, we discuss English Language Exams.In the ELT: Under The Covers crumbs on the sheets series, we take some tasty morsels from the current ELT (Education-Learning-Teaching) zeitgeist and go in-depth __________________________________________________________________________________Check out more:✔ Teacher Interviews: https://www.youtub…

ELT Under The Covers Podcast Interview #26 with John Hughes. @JohnHughesELT is an award-winning ELT author with thirty years of experience in teaching and teacher training. He is the author of the coursebook series Life for National Geographic Learning, the methodology book Critical Thinking in ELT, A Practical Introduction to Teacher Training in E…

ELT Under The Covers Podcast Interview #25 with Jane Willis. Join us as we dive into the world of Task-Based Learning (TBL) with the renowned Jane Willis! 🌟 Known for her groundbreaking work in language teaching, Jane and her husband Dave Willis developed the influential TBL framework, detailed in their must-read books, 'A Framework for Task-Based …

In this episode, we discuss Dogme & Dialogic Storytelling Classes.In the ELT: Under The Covers crumbs on the sheets series, we take some tasty morsels from the current ELT (Education-Learning-Teaching) zeitgeist and go in-depth. __________________________________________________________________________________Check out more:✔ Teacher Interviews: ht…

How to use social media as an educator? Online technology allows us to impact people by teaching more than ever before, but how do educators best use digital social media platforms, video and audio streaming services, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) and various other educational technology to improve elearning? We take a look at the best practic…

What is DOGME? DOGME is teacher-driven method that focuses on allowing teachers to have more autonomy and creativity in their teaching practices. It prioritizes student-centred, authentic learning experiences over a pre-determined curriculum and emphasizes a supportive classroom environment. It has its roots in an article by the language education …

In this episode, we discuss mental health and teaching.In the ELT: Under The Covers crumbs on the sheets series, we take some tasty morsels from the current ELT (Education-Learning-Teaching) zeitgeist and go in depth __________________________________________________________________________________Check out more:✔ Teacher Interviews: https://www.yo…

ELT Under The Covers Podcast Interview #24 with Anthony Hocking (In The Abyss Metal Podcast). He's a Trinity TYLEC tutor, an IELTS and Cambridge examiner, a pre-sessional EAP tutor, and an currently a IGCSE History teacher. Not to mention, he's also a former ADOS at IH Hanoi and DOS for SBC Canford summer 2015, and served as the BC Hanoi Staff Rep …

What is Learning by Teaching (German: Lernen durch Lehren)? Lernen durch Lehren (Learning by Teaching) is a teaching method that involves students in the process of teaching a subject to others. The approach is based on the idea that the act of teaching promotes deeper understanding and retention of knowledge. In a Lernen durch Lehren setting, stud…

What is the Lecture Method? Lecturing is the formal, teacher-centric, oral presentation of information to a large group of learners. We look at the pros and cons of this approach to teaching as we analyze a boring lecture, an interesting lecture, and a new exciting type of lecture class! #LectureMethodOfTeachingMeritsAndDemerits #LectureMethodOfTea…

We look at 5 steps to give clearer classroom instructions proposed by Jim Scrivener in his book 'Learning Teaching'. In language classes teachers have to give instructions for activities in a new language even though their learners may not have a very good command of the language. This means that teachers need to use classroom language which is nat…

In this episode of ELT Under the Covers, We dive deep into the evolving world of English language teaching. We explore the key differences between ESOL and TEFL, discuss the intricacies of government qualifications, and tackle the challenges of traditional assessment methods. We also examine the impact of technology in the classroom, including AI a…

What is the Engage Study Activate teaching method? The Engage Study Activate (ESA) teaching method emphasizes active learning in a meaningful context. This method is based on the idea that students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process and when they are exposed to authentic and meaningful language use. The ESA method is …

What is the Practice Presentation Production Teaching Method? The Practice-Presentation-Production (PPP) teaching method is a method for foreign language instruction that emphasizes the gradual development of language skills through a sequence of activities. This method is based on the idea that language learning is a process that involves practice…

What is Communicative Language Teaching? Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) is a teaching method that emphasizes developing learners' ability to communicate effectively in the target language using authentic language in real-life situations. It focuses on holistic development of language skills such as listening, speaking, reading, and writing, …

What is The Silent Way? The Silent Way is a language teaching method developed by Caleb Gattegno in the 1970s that emphasizes learner autonomy and minimal teacher talk. The method is based on the idea that the teacher should remain "silent" as much as possible, allowing the students to discover language for themselves through visual aids and their …

What is the Suggestopedia Teaching Method? Suggestopedia is a 1970s teaching method that uses suggestion and psycho-physiology to create a relaxed and motivating environment for language learning. The method aims to help learners overcome psychological blocks and tap into their unconscious resources for learning. The teacher uses a variety of techn…

What is Community Language Learning? Community Language Learning (CLL) is a student-centered teaching method that promotes language learning through interactive communication within a supportive community setting. Developed by Charles Curran in the 1960s, CLL emphasizes the use of the target language to encourage students to actively engage in the …

What is the total physical response method? Total Physical Response (TPR) is a language teaching method that uses physical movement and gestures to facilitate language learning. It involves the teacher giving commands in the target language, and students responding with physical actions. This method gradually introduces new vocabulary and grammar s…

What is the Audio Lingual Method (ALM)? The Audio-Lingual Method, also known as the Army Method or New Key, is a teaching method for foreign languages that emphasizes the use of repetitive drills and patterns to teach language skills. This method is based on the idea that language learning is similar to habit formation, and that language can be acq…

What is the Direct Method? The Direct Method, also known as the Natural Method, is a teaching method for foreign languages that emphasizes the use of the target language as the primary means of instruction. This method is based on the idea that language is best learned through direct and natural exposure to the language in use, rather than through …

What is the Grammar-Translation Method? It is a traditional approach to teaching foreign languages that emphasizes the translation of texts from the target language into a student's native language. Historically, this method has been used to teach classical languages like Latin and Greek, but it is also used to teach modern languages, especially in…

Nicola began her career as an English Language Teaching MA graduate. She diversified her skills by transitioning to academic management, becoming a published writer of graded readers, and expanding her expertise to copyediting, content writing, and financial investments for teachers. Find her at: https://simpleenglishuk.wordpress.com/about/ https:/…

Shannon Felt is a teacher, CELTA/DELTA trainer, and teacherpreneur who co-founded TEFL Horizons. She manages a blog, conducts webinars, and provides online certification courses for English teachers. Shannon also hosts the "Expand Your Horizons" podcast. #TEFL #TESOL #ELT Check out more: ✔ Teacher Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=P…

Bruno is an experienced English teacher and trainer for 25+ years, conducting research in Teaching Methods, Language Education, and Didactics at Katholieke Hogeschool VIVES in Belgium. He authored EFL coursebook series for Van In publishers: Breakaway, Takeaway, and High Five, and writes articles, tweets (@BrunoLeys), and blogs #TEFL #TESOL #ELT Ch…

EduTuber OG Mark Kulek runs a hugely popular Youtube channel @MarkKulek that focuses on speaking practice videos for younger learners. He also produces an array of English language learning materials that you can find on his website MarkKulek.com, along with teaching teachers at a university in Japan. #markkulekesl #Edutuber #MarkKulek Check out mo…

@EnglishwithLucy is a British Council innovation award winning edutuber who runs a popular English language learning channel on YouTube. With over 8 million subscribers and 318 million views, the channel offers a wide range of engaging videos on grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and conversation skills. https://englishwithlucy.co.uk/ #TEFL #TESOL…

Russell Stannard is a British teacher and author known for his expertise in technology-enhanced language learning. He developed the website "Teacher Training Videos", which offers free video resources for language teachers. Stannard has authored several books, including "Computer-Aided Language Learning" and "Using Video in Language Teaching". He i…

Nik Peachey is a freelance writer, teacher trainer, and consultant who specializes in digital publishing and online course development. He has worked worldwide as a teacher, trainer, and project manager since 1992. Nik was previously the Global Head of Learning for Macmillan's online English school EnglishUp from 2014 to 2016. In 2016, he won his s…

Doctor Jean-Pol Martin established the Learning By Teaching method (German: Lernen durch Lehren - LDL) for students to learn by teaching their peers. The method became widely used in Germany in secondary education, and in the 1990s it was further formalized and began to be used in universities as well, and has spread to other disciplines and other …

Mary is a Trinity College London accredited English Teacher, currently pursuing a Master in Technology-Mediated Language Teaching and Learning and a Cambridge Delta Mod 2 course at the same time along with running an online teaching business and Youtube channel. She has been working in the International Education industry for many years, having hel…

Anita Derecskei is an experienced English teacher, teacher trainer, Cambridge speaking examiner, and materials writer with a passion for learner autonomy and the use of technology in education. She has taught in various contexts, including general and business English, ESP, EAP, and to teenagers and kids, in Hungary, the UK, and Spain. As part of h…

Hugh Dellar is an English language teacher and teacher trainer with over twenty-five years’ experience in the ELT field. He is the co-founder of @lexicallab9848 , which provides English language and teacher training. He has delivered training sessions in over 20 countries on topics such as the nature of English as a lingua franca, the uses and abus…

Steve Krajewski is an experienced freelance English Language Teacher skilled in English language teaching, fluency development, vocabulary learning, and English for Academic Purposes (EAP). He has a Master's degree in English Language Teaching and is an avid writer and blogger at englishcoachonline.com/blog. Steve has also developing Komified, a mo…

Chris Lonsdale is a psychologist, linguist, educator, entrepreneur, dialogue facilitator and corporate adviser with over 30 years’ experience doing business in Asia. He created the 'Kung Fu English' language learning system and is also the author of 'The Third Ear'. He has a unique and integrated approach to learning that gives people the means to …

Mark Almond is a Senior Lecturer at Canterbury Christ Church University, specializing in linguistics and language teacher training. He has taught and trained teachers in multiple countries and focuses on using drama and performance skills for effective teaching and classroom harmony. He is the author of the books: Teaching English with Drama (2005)…

Emma Meade Flynn is a Dublin-based ELT specialist with 15+ years of experience as an English teacher trainer, materials writer, and course developer. She and her husband offer online, blended, and in-person training programs that are internationally recognized and tailored to individual or school needs. Check DublinTEFL's epic DipTESOL course to ta…