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The Importance of First Impressions in Facilitation

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Tom Godfrey

The First Five Minutes Matter More Than You Think The first five minutes of a lesson, workshop, or course often do more pedagogical work than the next fifty. Before learners engage with content or objectives, they encounter something more immediate: … Continue reading →

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Warmers and Ice Breakers

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Tom Godfrey

A mingling activity like ‘find someone who’ is an example of an effective warmer activity. And basically there are three stages. There’s the setting up stage where the instructions need to be clear. And you notice that the facilitator was … Continue reading →

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What Do We Really Remember About Teaching?

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

Researching the Performative I would like to invite you to join an ongoing practitioner-led research project within the Performative ELT community. The project explores remembered learning experiences and what they reveal about teaching as an embodied, relational, and performative practice. … Continue reading →

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We tell teachers to reflect, but never teach them how to feel

Posted on November 8, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

Teacher reflection has become a mantra in professional development.But what if reflection just stays trapped in our heads? Teachers sit in training sessions analysing lessons and discussing what went wrong. They fill out self-evaluation forms, watch their peers, and write … Continue reading →

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From Stories to Shapes: Embodying Emotion in Teacher Education

Posted on October 29, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

When teachers talk about the challenges they face, the conversation often stays in the realm of ideas — analysing what went wrong, what could have been better, or what strategies might help next time. But what if, instead of talking … Continue reading →

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Performative ELT

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

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Introducing ITI Istanbul’s Hybrid CELTA Course

Posted on October 3, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

The Best of Both Worlds At ITI Istanbul, we’re excited to announce the launch of our very first Hybrid CELTA course. This course is designed to give you the flexibility of online learning. It also combines the in-person energy of … Continue reading →

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Join the Performative ELT Community for Creative Growth

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

Dr. Tom Godfrey emphasizes the need for transformative teacher development through performative pedagogy, which engages teachers emotionally and creatively. He advocates for participatory practices like the Community Forum, allowing teachers to share struggles and explore solutions collaboratively. The movement encourages educators to connect, access resources, and contribute to redefining teacher learning. Continue reading →

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Who shaped the teacher you’ve become?

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

In my Teaching Artistry workshops, we explore how our teaching identity is deeply influenced by the role models in our lives. For some, it’s a parent who modeled patience, strength, or open dialogue.For others, it’s a former teacher whose passion … Continue reading →

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Join the Movement: Innovative Teaching Strategies for Educators

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

Are you an educator passionate about transforming traditional teaching into an engaging activity ? Connect with teachers and educators interested in exploring innovative, participatory teaching approaches. Join our free community now. Time for a Rethink Are we really preparing students … Continue reading →

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