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What is an ‘engaged learner’?

I suspect all educators agree that if a learner is not ‘engaged’ then learning is unlikely to occur. However what do we mean by an ‘engaged’ learner? Engagement cannot be switched on and off; it requires building over time. Engagement … Continue reading

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Exploring the Nature of Teaching and Learning: A Collective Reflection

As teachers in the dynamic world of education, having a clear understanding of the nature of teaching and learning provides the bedrock for our teaching beliefs and behaviour. Is learning primarily about acquiring knowledge or developing skills? Is teaching primarily … Continue reading

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8 Key Reasons to Use Ice Breakers and Getting to Know You Activities

Take deep breaths, check all the materials are ready (again), walk into the first workshop or lesson with a new group. Even after 40 years’ experience, those first few minutes with a new group of participants are always special. A … Continue reading

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Empowering Educators with Facilitation Skills

Transforming Education In the era of dynamic digital connectivity, the call to revolutionize education grows louder. Traditional lecture-based approaches are seen to be failing today’s learners.  Generation Z and Alpha crave interactive, participatory learning experiences. As we embrace this shift, … Continue reading

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‘Teaching Artistry for Teachers and Educators’

I am looking forwardto launching my new online course ‘Teaching Artistry for Teachers and Educators’ which starts on Monday 19th February 2024. If you haven’t registered, then you need to do this asap so as not to miss this exciting … Continue reading

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“Teaching Artistry for Educators”

Online Course from Tom Godfrey at ITI Istanbul! Are you ready to transform your teaching journey? Look no further! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our groundbreaking online course, “Teaching Artistry for Educators,” and we want YOU to … Continue reading

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EMPOWERING TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH COMMUNITY FORUMS: A SUMMER WORKSHOP IN ISTANBUL

Teaching is a rich and fulfilling journey, yet it comes with its share of challenges. As educators, we often grapple with personal issues that affect our professional lives. The solution? Community Forums—an innovative and engaging framework for addressing these challenges … Continue reading

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Community Forums

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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Embodied Pedagogy: Performative Teacher Development (Part 3)

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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Enhancing Teacher Education through Embodied Approaches: A Paradigm Shift

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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