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Have you ever wondered why some learners need to see information written down or illustrated, others prefer to hear it explained, while many grasp concepts best by doing something with…

What do you get when you combine five simple steps, a stuffed octopus, and a classroom full of energetic kids? A daily classroom routine for Young Learnersthat actually works! And…

You may not have realised this, but when you eagerly signed up to teach abroad, you may have been signing up to be a co-teacher, rather than the only teacher…

authenticity noun [ U ] uk  /ˌɔː.θenˈtɪs.ə.ti/ us  /ˌɑː.θenˈtɪs.ə.t̬i/ the quality of being real or true Authenticity is key for making content relevant, relatable and engaging for students. Random grammar…

Pronunciation can be one of the trickiest parts of learning English, especially for Spanish speakers. While Spanish is largely phonetic — words are pronounced the way they’re written — English…

There’s an online teaching job to suit everyone, but whether you're a seasoned educator or just getting started, quality of teaching should always be a priority. With the flood of…

Looking for tips for teaching Business English? Look no further! The thought of teaching Business English is enough to strike fear into the hearts of even the most experienced English…

English is full of quirky expressions that make absolutely no sense—until they do. That’s why English idioms drive us bananas (in a good way). Say someone’s spilling the beans or…