B1 PET

B1 – Girlboss

Who runs the world? Girls! Nowadays, more and more women are fearlessly taking on leadership roles and establishing their own companies. As a result, the term girlboss has become a global sensation. Explore the realm of female leaders and discover the remarkable story of the ultimate powerful woman - Malala Yousafzai. The majority of individuals… Continue reading B1 – Girlboss

B2 FCE

B2 – Wearable Technology

Can you believe the amazing innovations that keep popping up in the world of technology? I was absolutely floored when I discovered Smart Rings – a mind-blowing innovation that allows people to monitor their health simply by wearing a sleek and stylish piece of jewellery. This inspired me to create a wearable technology B2 lesson… Continue reading B2 – Wearable Technology

B2 FCE

B2 – Exploring Dark Tourism (guided reading)

As summer holidays approach (and have already started in some places), let's talk about tourism. To make it more engaging, consider discussing dark tourism with your students and explore the benefits and ethical issues related to this intriguing subject. I'm constantly amazed by the internet's infinite number of topics and information I hadn't previously encountered… Continue reading B2 – Exploring Dark Tourism (guided reading)

B2 FCE

B2 – Past Medical Recommendations (Mixed Conditional)

All of us enjoy speculating about the past, present, and future. Once your students are confident using conditionals, why not take it a step further and introduce them to the mixed conditional, which combines the past with the present, with a focus on giving medical advice. Serendipitously, I found myself teaching the conditionals wish +… Continue reading B2 – Past Medical Recommendations (Mixed Conditional)

B2 FCE

B2 – Use of English Part 2 – Motorbike Stunt Rider

Find one student who loves the Use of English. I dare you. Most of my students understand the rules of it and there are times when they can do it very well, but still deep inside, they despise it. I decided to look at some free online resources and transform one of the Use of… Continue reading B2 – Use of English Part 2 – Motorbike Stunt Rider

B1 PET

Cambridge PET – Speaking Part 2 – Prepositions of place

Do you often find yourself speaking for extended periods of time alone? If you work for a company and give presentations frequently, the answer is likely yes. However, have you ever had to describe a picture to someone? Probably not. This is why so many people struggle with this part of the PET speaking exam.… Continue reading Cambridge PET – Speaking Part 2 – Prepositions of place

C1 CAE

Cambridge CAE Speaking Part 2: The World of Games

Games have been part of human culture for thousands of years. From traditional children's games played outdoors to modern video games enjoyed online, people of all ages use games to relax, socialise, compete, and develop new skills. In this CAE Speaking Part 2 lesson, students learn how to compare and contrast different types of games… Continue reading Cambridge CAE Speaking Part 2: The World of Games

Preply, Teaching Experience

Two years on Preply 🎉🎊

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 🎉🎊

B2 FCE, C1 CAE, job interview

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)

C1 CAE

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