Tag Archives: Teacher Training

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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Embodied Pedagogy: Unlocking Teacher Growth

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

Learning Through Action One of the most powerful ways to explore teacher identity is through doing. In my workshops, teachers engage in participatory activities followed by reflection. This process often reveals unconscious patterns—helping educators better understand their behaviors, beliefs, and … Continue reading →

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Teacher Identity: A Journey of Self-Discovery

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

Why Identity Matters Our identity shapes who we are—not just as educators, but as human beings. It’s a tapestry of our beliefs, behaviors, values, and emotions. To grow as teachers, we must explore the deeper question: Who am I in … Continue reading →

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Embodied Teaching: Transforming Professional Development

Posted on June 11, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

The Art of Teaching: Embodied Approaches to Professional Development What does it mean to take an embodied approach to teaching?For me, it means being fully present—mentally, emotionally, and physically. It’s about the energy a teacher brings into the classroom and … Continue reading →

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Transforming Teacher Development with Performative Pedagogy

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

Dr. Tom Godfrey addresses the shortcomings of traditional teacher development models in his handbook and online course. Promoting sustainable development through reflective, emotionally engaging practices, he advocates for a performative pedagogy. This approach emphasizes community forums, inspired by Forum Theatre, fostering authentic dialogue and transformation among educators for enhanced learning experiences. Continue reading →

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Embodied Learning in Action: Forum Theatre for Teachers

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

At the 2025 IATEFL Conference, Tom Godfrey highlighted Forum Theatre as an effective tool for teachers to confront real-life challenges through embodied learning. The workshop emphasized trust-building, group dynamics, and collaborative exploration, empowering educators to reflect on their experiences and experiment with creative problem-solving in a supportive environment. Continue reading →

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Why Trainees Love ITI’s CELTA Course

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

Participants in ITI’s CELTA course commend the exceptional quality of instruction and support from tutors, describing their experiences as life-changing. The camaraderie among trainees contributes to a supportive learning environment. With a high score of 9.4 out of 10 in student reviews, ITI offers enriching teaching opportunities and personal growth. Continue reading →

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The Challenges Teachers Face in Discussing Work Issues

Posted on January 16, 2025 by Tom Godfrey

How Easy Is It for Teachers to Talk About Their Problems? In my Teaching Artistry online course, I invited participants to reflect on a critical question: How easy is it for teachers to talk about problems they face at work? … Continue reading →

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Teaching as a performative art

Posted on November 26, 2024 by Tom Godfrey

Towards an embodied methodology for teacher development https://doi.org/10.33178/scenario.18.1.9This paper reports on diagnostic workshops conducted at a teacher training centre in Istanbul focusing on how Applied Theatre methods can support English Language Teacher Education in the areas of self-awareness and self-reflection. … Continue reading →

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Harnessing Social and Emotional Learning in Education

Posted on October 15, 2024 by Tom Godfrey

I hope this message finds you well! I’m excited to share some news with you. My book, Harnessing the Power of Social and Emotional Learning,  based on the Teaching Artistry workshops in the summer and online courses, is published by … Continue reading →

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