Category Archives: Whole Person Learning

“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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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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Frustrations of Being a Teacher Educator: Part 2

Posted on September 26, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

Why do I feel that I am not as effective as I could be, I am getting close but ultimately missing the target as a teacher educator? Do you ever find yourself wondering if you could be a more effective … Continue reading →

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Congratulations to the speakers at CETA 2023

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

This 8th Cambridge Teaching Awards (CETA) Symposium was held at ITI Istanbul on September 9th and 10th 2023. The CETA Symposium brings together tutors, assessors and moderators from centres worldwide to provide an opportunity to share experiences of delivering the … Continue reading →

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Performative Teaching: Facilitation Skills Masterclass

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

15 hours of workshopsDate: Saturday 29th July and Sunday 30th July 2023 REGISTER HERE The weekend masterclass develops facilitation skills and is aimed at anyone who is involved in training, development and educating others. Facilitation skills are vital in any event … Continue reading →

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Collaborative Research

Posted on June 13, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

It hs been great working on collaborative research into Teacher Education in Turkey with the members of ELTER. We have just had yet anpther article published although I must confess my contribution was modest. https://authors.elsevier.com/c/1hDm8,Gtqv-pv0 If you are interested in … Continue reading →

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Teacher Education is on the wrong track

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

As an ELT teacher and teacher educator, I have seen firsthand the limitations of traditional teacher training practice. Too often, teacher training programs focus on developing teaching competencies, such as procedures, routines, and lesson planning, at the expense of activities … Continue reading →

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Community Forums: Participatory Approaches to Professional Development

Posted on April 28, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

Find the solutions to your problems with the support of a community of teachers. The workshops will be Saturday 9.30 – 12.30; 13.30 – 16.30 and + Forum Theatre presentation to an invited audience at 17.30 – 20.30. These series … Continue reading →

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Developing Facilitation Skills

Posted on March 31, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

Join presenter, Tom Godfrey, on Saturday 1 April at 15.00 UK time as he demonstrates how to develop drama facilitation skills in ELT. In the webinar, Tom will suggest that teaching needs to be conceived more as a performative art requiring … Continue reading →

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Community Forums:Towards a Participatory Methodology for Teacher Professional Development.

Posted on February 3, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

Community Forums provide participant-led, solution-oriented, multiple voiced opportunities for reflection and dialogue on critical incidents teachers’ face. Continue reading →

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