What is the connection between phonics, phonemics and pronunciation, and how are they relevant to literacy acquisition? Join us in this interactive webinar where we'll explore the links between these different elements and learning to read and write in English. We'll consider some of the issues that might arise for ESOL learners in both hearing… Read More »TELLs webinar – Pronunciation v. phonics: what’s the difference?

Early grammars of English were heavily influenced by the Latin of the Catholic Church, particularly in relation to the tense system. But English also has pre-Christian and nomadic systems of organisation and metaphor embedded deep within it. Understanding these can give us, and our learners, greater awareness of how English actually works. This interactive webinar… Read More »TELLs webinar – Teach like a pagan: Pre-Christian grammar and nomadic metaphor

Do you ever feel your writing lessons are solitary, stale and silent? Then come to this interactive webinar and find out how to integrate creative activities into the writing process as well as building learners' confidence and skills. You will have an opportunity to share your experience and ideas, and leave with practical ideas on… Read More »TELLs webinar – Making writing fun! (Entry 1+)

This interactive webinar explores how the ideologies of colonialism live on through aspects of mainstream ELT (English Language Teaching) practice. It identifies recognisable 'tropes' in aspects of methodology, language analysis and underlying beliefs about language and language users, and explores practical ways in which teachers can support learners' critical awareness through alternative approaches to and… Read More »TELLs webinar – Family values? Colonial tropes in language and literacy teaching, and how to avoid them