Edinburgh’s EFL revival?
Following the twin blows of Covid and Brexit, there are signs of renewed life in Edinburgh’s EFL scene. While several schools have closed for good in the last three years, […]
A Chat with Jane Dancaster, Managing Director of Wimbledon School of English
Jane Dancaster is currently Managing Director of Wimbledon School of English (one of the UK’s top English language schools). She started her EFL career as a teacher 35 years ago […]
Mobile Assisted Language Learning Ideas for Your Classroom
Mobile-assisted language learning (MALL) Using mobile technology to learn languages is a current trend known as mobile-assisted language learning (MALL). There is growing literature on the use of social media […]
The Need for Cultural Training for Remote EFL Teachers
The Need for Cultural Training for Remote EFL Teachers As English becomes more prevalent in the global business arena, learning English is likewise becoming more important for students worldwide to […]
Teacher, Trainer, Rapper, Designer: Jason R Levine, A.K.A Fluency MC
Jason R Levine an English language specialist for young learners and adults He runs workshops for teachers and shows for students worldwide. Best know as Fluency MC Jason has clocked […]
4 Ways to Decolonize Your English Classes
In today’s world, it’s hard to deny that the ability to speak English can offer students real professional and academic advantages. However, English education as an institution, has a dark […]
Prove You’re a Pro with the Communication Skills for Business – English for IT Exam
The ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with your coworkers in both verbal and written English is essential for anyone working in an international environment. This is especially true for […]
Extralocal! Extralocal! Read All About It!
No, you did not misread the title. I can hear you now. You are asking yourself, “Should the phrase not be ‘Extra! Extra! Read all about it!’?” With a quick […]
Social Reform, ‘Woke’ and ELT
‘Woke’ activists have been telling us to ‘wake up’ for the past two years: Wake up to issues of discrimination concerning gender, sexual orientation (LGBT) and race. Meanwhile, the ‘‘cancel […]
The Future of English Language Teaching is Liberal Arts
Our disrupted world is poised for more disruption. New technologies have already upended many industries and professions. English language teaching and education more generally have not been an exception. Language […]