Experiences
How can we help learners succeed beyond the classroom? Could mindfulness help students get through scary exams? How does mediation fit into the communicative classroom?
We’re taking a fresh look at important questions. Thanks to our network of colleagues, researchers, authors and friends around the world, we’ve got great stories to share. Explore our resources on topics ranging from critical thinking to STEAM.
Critical thinking with Christina Cavage
Critical thinking is a complex process that involves reflection, analysis and evaluation. In the ELT classroom, it's about building academic literacy, not just linguistic proficiency. So, for academic success, ELT coursework also needs to build evaluating, analyzing and reasoning skills.
STEAM with Sarah Hillyard
The 21st century demands life-long learners and individuals who can easily adapt, think ahead and innovate. STEAM activities stimulate the development of essential skills and forward-thinking mindsets that meet the true needs of this new rapid-paced world.
Mindfulness with Amy Malloy
In a school setting, mindfulness can help students regulate the stress surrounding exam pressure. Students can also learn to sit more comfortably with the impermanent emotions of adolescence which at the time seem all-consuming and everlasting.
Career skills with Rachael Roberts
Education is not just about preparing students to succeed academically, but also about preparing them to contribute to society. A key part of this is what is often called ‘career skills’, or those skills which will make our students valued employees and colleagues.
Mediation with Tim Goodier
Mediation covers a range of activities and strategies where language users consciously adapt what they say, write or do to promote better understanding. What does this mean in practical terms for planning lessons and tracking progress?
Assessment for learning with Amanda Davies
Assessment for learning techniques mean that teachers can assess the effectiveness of their classes as they take place, and adjust and adapt to what their students need. Students participate actively and learn to understand what they’re learning and what they should do to improve.