Cambridge examiners enjoy discussing sports, and it’s easy to see why—it's a universal topic that resonates with almost everyone. To engage students effectively, introduce them to a speaking strategy that encourages them to express general opinions, share personal views, and support those opinions with examples, all centered around the theme of sports. Unfortunately, I believe… Continue reading Cambridge PET – Speaking Part 4 (sports)
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Halloween-themed C1 speaking
After a two-year break, I am returning with another instalment of Cambridge Halloween-themed speaking! This easy, no-prep class combines the best of both worlds: exam preparation and the fun of discussing the holiday. This type of class is typically well-received by all students, so get ready for some spooky conversations in the style of a… Continue reading Halloween-themed C1 speaking
15 unique ways to welcome your students
Beginning a lesson is just as important as the lesson itself. As a teacher, you have the opportunity to create an engaging atmosphere and motivate students to stay focused. It's easy for students to become disinterested if you ask the same question every week, receiving the same type of answers each time. Therefore, introduce engaging… Continue reading 15 unique ways to welcome your students
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 – Travel Itinerary Planning 🕧
The summer is officially here, and we can certainly feel it with the scorching temperatures and too much sunshine! With many students likely planning trips, why not take this opportunity to turn it into a fun and practical B2 city break lesson where they prepare a short itinerary while learning six new words? I recently… Continue reading B2 – Travel Itinerary Planning 🕧
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)
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
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
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)
