Tag Archives: Teacher Development
The CELTA EXPERIENCE
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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Tagged documentary, ELT, ITI, Teacher Development, Teacher Training, The CELTA Experience, Tom Godfrey
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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
“Exploring the Transformative Potential of Applied Theatre in Teacher Education: A Journey Through Community Forums and Pedagogical Innovation”
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
“Transforming Teacher Education Through Applied Theatre: Embracing Boal’s Forum Theatre”
I am convinced that in educational and training contexts there is vast scope in exploring how human experience and emotions accord with Teacher Education. Applied Theatre encourages participants to ‘feel’ and express emotions, not necessarily as ‘raw’ felt emotions but … Continue reading
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Tagged ELT, Forum Theatre, ITI, Teacher Development, Teacher education, Teacher Training, Tom Godfrey, whole person learning
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Harnessing Applied Theatre in Teacher Education for Self-Reflection and Identity Awareness
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
ITI’s online TKT Preparation course goes viral
I’m thrilled to share some extraordinary news: our free online Cambridge TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test) preparation course has achieved astounding success! The response on day one was unprecedented, with a staggering 800 registrations flooding in. It’s a testament to the … Continue reading
Frustrations of Being a Teacher Educator: Part 2
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
Frustrations of Being a Teacher Educator: Part 1
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? As a teacher educator of many years, it is not uncommon to be … Continue reading
Performative Teaching: Facilitation Skills Masterclass
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
Teacher Education is on the wrong track
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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Tagged ELT, Teacher Development, Teacher education, Teacher Training, Tom Godfrey
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Teaching Artistry 