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5 Film and Series quotes that help us become better teachers

9 de abril de 2019

Most of us cannot watch a film or an episode of our favourite series without trying to identify scenes that could be used in our lessons, right? Even if we just want to Netflix and chill, it just seems to be hardwired in our brains. In this post, I’ll take a look at some of...Read More

Classroom Experiences, Inclusive Teaching, Reflections about Education

critical thinking, education, EFL, reflection

The two of you; the two of you; the three of you. 4 reasons for using pair work

9 de setembro de 2018

by Rubens Heredia

We all have our own peculiar little habits that are deeply ingrained in our routine, don’t we? Some of us always put on the socks before the trousers. Others check their phones as soon as they wake up. These aren’t conscious decisions, but rather things that we simply do without really thinking about it, usually...Read More

Lesson Ideas, Reflections about Education

Classroom experiences, classroom-management, collaborative learning, elt mantras, English teaching, how to teach english, language teaching techniques, methodology, tips for teachers

On empathy

9 de novembro de 2017

by Rubens Heredia

I was reading about an interesting initiative called The Empathy Museum that is coming to my hometown (you can find out more about it here) and caught myself thinking about the times I put my foot in my mouth. Then, new windows opened in my mind’s browser and I started wondering about the (probably many)...Read More

Classroom Experiences, Reflections about Education

critical reflection, personal development, reflection, self-awareness

What do you know?

9 de agosto de 2017

by Rubens Heredia

It’s clear to us by now that the role of the teacher has been changing dramatically. Gone are the days when the teacher was the source of all knowledge! In an age where students are bombarded with and have free access to information, the image of the teacher as a knowledge-transmitter seems outdated and out...Read More

Career, Reflections about Education, Teacher Development

career, language development for teachers, professional development

What I’ve learned about learning from others

9 de setembro de 2016

by Rubens Heredia

I’ve been thinking a lot about how much we can develop as professionals by being involved in the teaching community. Not surprisingly, the most important lessons I’ve had on teaching came from people, not books, but it wasn’t an easy process and I’d like to share some of lessons I’ve learnt from learning with others....Read More

Career, Reflections about Education, Teacher Development

career, motivation, professional development, teacher development

Making lesson more relevant with positive TTT: Listening

10 de agosto de 2016

by Rubens Heredia

A lot can be found in ELT books about how to use a range of different tasks and activities in order to make lessons more engaging and the promise of making learning fun has certainly spawned generations of resource books. Yet, although words on our role of selecting and designing activities are ubiquitous, little is...Read More

Classroom Management, Lesson Ideas, Skills

instructions, Listening

For a Motivated New Year

9 de fevereiro de 2016

by Rubens Heredia

A lot is said in the literature about students’ motivation and how important a role it plays in a healthy and effective classroom environment. With the beginning of the academic year in Brazil, I’d like to take this opportunity to look at how we can keep our own motivation levels high throughout the year. After...Read More

Career, Reflections about Education, Teacher Development

career, motivation, professional development, teacher development

Tips for teaching Teens

9 de novembro de 2015

by Rubens Heredia

Teenagers are and will always be a strong presence in the ELT classroom, be it in the school system or in language institutes. However, they end up being the middle children of the English teaching world. A lot has been written about teaching adults and children, but I find it really hard to find materials...Read More

Reflections about Education, Teacher Development

Classroom experiences, EFL, elt, engagement, professional development

Time for time management

9 de outubro de 2015

by Rubens Heredia

One of the most common topics that come up in conversation when teachers talk about areas of their practice that need improvement is timing. Taking into account the large number of actions that we need to take in order for lessons to be effective. That is perfectly understandable. The way I see it, however, timing...Read More

Classroom Experiences, Classroom Management, Teacher Development

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