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Interview with an English student Part 2: English in everyday life with Anouck
Interview with an English student: Anouck’s learning journey
More than entertainment: Using movies to teach English
Walk through an online lesson with us
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TEFL as a side hustle: Why online teaching works
Mindfulness in the ESL classroom: Simple strategies that work
Art meets English: Creative ideas for ESL teachers
Making poetry accessible in the ESL classroom
Social media meets the ESL classroom
Fillers: Quick activities for those unexpected gaps
Teaching English in South Africa: Inside the language centre classroom
Teaching in Spain: Mairead’s TEFL journey
Interviewing Luan: A day in the life of an online TEFL teacher
Choosing the right classroom rewards
Storytelling in the classroom
Creating an introductory video that gets noticed
What Is the CEFR? Understanding A1–C2 language levels
Classroom management: What would you do?
Beating the mid-year slump as a teacher
Don’t do that! – Part 2
Don’t do that! - Part 1
Managing behaviour in the EFL Classroom: What Actually Works
Dictionary activities that actually work in the classroom
Using the internet with purpose in the ESL classroom
Practical ways to teach large classes part 2
Practical ways to teach large classes
Real TEFL questions from you, our listeners
Peer teaching in the classroom: Strategies that work.
Teaching every mind: Neurodiversity in the classroom
Peer observation: Learning from other teachers
AI and English teaching: Using AI without losing the human touch
Engaging teen learners – Part 2
Engaging teen learners – Part 1
The 5-stage reading lesson that actually works
Reading aloud in the classroom: Does it work?
Your questions answered — More of what new TEFL teachers want to know
Using songs in the ESL classroom: Activities that work
Mistakes teachers make when teaching grammar
Discussing The Language Teaching Toolkit with Dr Andy Goldhawk
Recognising and overcoming your teaching saboteurs
Pre-class nerves? 8 strategies to teach calmly and confidently
Reflecting on TEFL in 2025: What shaped the year
10 Reasons to do your TEFL straight after high school
8 Low-Prep tasks for exam preparation students
10 Simple ways to keep young learners engaged online
Mastering classroom management techniques
From general English to exam preparation
International TEFL Day: Discover what's possible
Lesson planning on a budget
From fast food to the classroom: Lucas's TEFL journey
5 Go-to activities for 1-to-1 lessons
1-to-1 vs Group classes: Five key differences
Is online teaching right for you?
5 TEFL Teacher Types: Which One Are You?
Unlocking student potential: How to improve English skills
The silent key to language learning success
Understanding student silence: A teacher's guide
Engaging adult learners through games
How getting TEFL certified changed my life
The power of Language: Transforming lives through TEFL
The complete guide: Nailing your TEFL job interview
The TEFL Oscars: Celebrating teaching favorites
Embracing change: TEFL for the mature teacher
Conquering Interview nerves: Tips for success
Speak to your students: Writing a profile that resonates
Go with the flow: Flexibility in the TEFL classroom
Teaching business English: What you really need to know
Mastering feedback in the TEFL classroom
What you need to know before teaching abroad
The TEFL journey: From student to Teacher
The rise of business English: What you need to know
Engaging teens: Strategies for effective teaching
Unlocking coursebooks: Strategies for TEFL teachers
Talk less, teach more: Mastering teacher talk time
Fluency first: How teaching functions boosts speaking skills
Read the room: Teaching mistakes you don’t want to repeat
Lessons beyond the classroom: Teaching, travel & living without regrets
Navigating interaction in online vs. face-to-face teaching
Teaching as a journey: How continuous learning transformed Nancy’s approach to ESL
Why do adults learn English? The answer will change your teaching!
Insights from a TEFL recruitment expert
Engaging students through effective speaking tasks
Overcoming writing challenges in the classroom
Am I qualified to teach English? The truth about TEFL
How to make listening lessons fun & effective!
From confusion to comprehension: Teaching ESL listening skills
Accuracy vs. Fluency: Get the balance right in your lessons!
The art of eliciting: Engaging students in learning
The power of words: Teaching vocabulary with impact
Mastering classroom control: Tips for every TEFL teacher
Demonstrate, simplify, confirm: The keys to better teaching
Reflecting on 2024 and looking forward to 2025
Unlocking pronunciation: Helping ESL students speak with confidence
Engaging young learners: The importance of fun
Mastering grammar teaching: The PPP approach
Grammar Unlocked: How to make your words work for you.
Common TEFL questions & concerns: Luan and Mairead tackle them
7 benefits of being an EFL teacher & some not-so-obvious perks
Classroom chaos: The delightful disasters that make teaching unforgettable