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How it all started!

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Tom Godfrey

I imagine all teachers remember their first lesson. Ah, I certainly remember my first day as a teacher – it is a recurring nightmare. There I was, a fresh-faced 20-year-old graduate armed only with a 3rd class degree in English … Continue reading →

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Community Forums

Posted on January 17, 2024 by Tom Godfrey

Empowering Teachers Through Community Forums Free Webinar Time: Thursday January 25th at 19.00 (Istanbul time) Register with this link. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvdO6grjsvHNQ7YGmIDMBboRSGai44e5-s Teaching is a rewarding yet demanding journey, filled with challenges that often require a collective effort to overcome. Are you … Continue reading →

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Documentary Film: “The CELTA EXPERIENCE”

Posted on December 30, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

Join the journey into the heart of ELT training, exploring the transformations of aspiring participants during the CELTA course. Continue reading →

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Embodied Pedagogy: Performative Teacher Development (Part 3)

Posted on December 26, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

Reflecting through Action One potent method to heighten awareness of our sense of self-identity involves reflecting on our behaviors in specific situations and activities. In my teacher development workshops, participants engage in various activities, followed by reflections on their conduct. … Continue reading →

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Teacher’s Identity: A Journey of Self-Discovery (Part 2)

Posted on December 25, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

The Essence of Identity Our sense of self-identity forms the bedrock of who we are, not just as educators but as individuals. It intricately weaves together our behaviors, beliefs, attitudes, and emotions. To evolve and grow as teachers, we must … Continue reading →

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The Art of Teaching: Embodied Approaches for Professional Development (Part 1)

Posted on December 23, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

What do I mean by “embodied approaches”? For me, it signifies the essence of a teacher’s presence – not just mentally or socially, but also physically. It encapsulates the convergence of the teacher’s physical and mental presence, the learners’ involvement, … Continue reading →

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Join Our Exclusive Zoom CELTA Webinar: “What’s it like to do the CELTA?”

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

Date: Thursday, November 30th, 2023 Time: 19:00 (GMT+3) Where: Zoom – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84708257666?pwd=ekt2UDRvU1FPZzVCcGFYSWlncUJpQT09 What is it really like to embark on the transformative journey of a CELTA course? Find out by listening to the experiences of both participants and tutors at … Continue reading →

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The CELTA EXPERIENCE

Posted on November 14, 2023 by Tom Godfrey

The first and only documentary depicting the CELTA experience “The CELTA EXPERIENCE” is a groundbreaking documentary groundbreaking documentary that provides an exclusive and enlightening insight into the world of ELT training. Each year, thousands of individuals worldwide leave their families … Continue reading →

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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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