Monthly Archives: October 2023

Enhancing Teacher Education through Embodied Approaches: A Paradigm Shift

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

In our exploration of Applied Theatre in Teacher Education, our workshops brought to the forefront a significant revelation: the multifaceted challenges that teachers face fall into three distinct categories – internal, external, and contextual oppressions. These oppressions, which encompass self-doubt, … Continue reading →

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“Exploring the Transformative Potential of Applied Theatre in Teacher Education: A Journey Through Community Forums and Pedagogical Innovation”

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

In May 2022 a group of 12 teachers came together to participate in exploratory workshops to find out what benefits Applied Theatre techniques could bring to Teacher Education. The workshops employed a methodology designed to both enhance participants’ understanding of … Continue reading →

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“Transforming Teacher Education Through Applied Theatre: Embracing Boal’s Forum Theatre”

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

I am convinced that in educational and training contexts there is vast scope in exploring how human experience and emotions accord with Teacher Education. Applied Theatre encourages participants to ‘feel’ and express emotions, not necessarily as ‘raw’ felt emotions but … Continue reading →

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Harnessing Applied Theatre in Teacher Education for Self-Reflection and Identity Awareness

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

In a celebrated TED talk, Sir Ken Robinson urged us to view teaching as an art, emphasizing the role of teachers in facilitating learning rather than mere knowledge transmission. This perspective raises a crucial question: What makes a great teacher? … Continue reading →

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ITI’s online TKT Preparation course goes viral

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

I’m thrilled to share some extraordinary news: our free online Cambridge TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test) preparation course has achieved astounding success! The response on day one was unprecedented, with a staggering 800 registrations flooding in. It’s a testament to the … Continue reading →

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