I have prepared a topic that many people could relate to - cyberviolence. Whether your students are passive observers, occasional posters, or active social media users, they have all experienced or observed online hate. In this lesson, we will examine various forms of cyberviolence and their examples based on an article from El PaĆs. Social… Continue reading B1 – Understanding Cyberviolence
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More than a Gap Year Adventure – a book recommendation
I'm a bit late to the game, but I've finally completed my take on Martin Hajek's book More than a Gap Year Adventure. It's a book for all aspiring EFL teachers who may not know what they can do with their English teaching degree or certificate. The book is a collection of short essays by… Continue reading More than a Gap Year Adventure – a book recommendation
CAE – Speaking Part 2 – Gendered Jobs
March is an incredible month for various reasons, one of them being International Women's Day. Don't shy away from the topic as it may bring up an engaging debate about gendered jobs - jobs that are typically associated with either males or females. The internet is filled with information about International Women's Day and its… Continue reading CAE – Speaking Part 2 – Gendered Jobs
Two years on Preply šš
Two years later, we are still here. Despite many ups and downs, a lot of complaining and praising, I am still committed to Preply, and I must say that it's going better than I could have ever hoped for. Here is an annual report of Preply earnings, working hours and types of students who agreed… Continue reading Two years on Preply šš
C1 – Relationships at work (HR)
With Valentine's Day coming soon, it may be a good moment to bring the topic of romance to your classroom. You can approach this subject in many ways, one of them being office relationships - something that all adult learners have experienced and may have some stories to share. Love can be found in unexpected… Continue reading C1 – Relationships at work (HR)
B2/C1 – Assessing English Proficiency (HR)
As a teacher, there are times when it is difficult to assess a student's English level. This task gets easier with time but requires a high level of understanding of the language. What if you have no background in language teaching and still need to decide on someone's language level from a conversation? It is… Continue reading B2/C1 – Assessing English Proficiency (HR)
These are a few of my favourite things (2023)
Happy New Year! At this point, it has become somewhat of a tradition that the first post of the year is the summary of the previous one. Let's look at some stats, appreciate the people who helped me thrive this year, and see all the ups and downs last year brought. 2024 marks my third… Continue reading These are a few of my favourite things (2023)
Studying languages + watching films = Lingopie
How many times have your students asked you how they can practise learning English on their own, especially when you had a longer break from classes? Probably quite a few ā I know it has happened to me before, and I was never truly certain of my recommendation. That is, until now. If you were… Continue reading Studying languages + watching films = Lingopie
C1 – AI in Medicine: Changing Healthcare
Even though artificial intelligence has already become part of everyday life, it still feels slightly futuristic when we think about its role in healthcare. From smart assistants and navigation apps to recommendation systems and autonomous vehicles, most people already interact with AI daily, often without even realising it. That is exactly why I decided to… Continue reading C1 – AI in Medicine: Changing Healthcare
A2 – My Perfect Outfit: Seasonal Clothing
If you are in need of a classic A2 clothing vocabulary lesson plan on clothing, look no further. The twist of the lesson is that students not only focus on their seasonal clothing but also think about the combinations and typical outfits they would wear in each season. For some strange reason, I could never… Continue reading A2 – My Perfect Outfit: Seasonal Clothing
