Tag Archives: Tom Godfrey

“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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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

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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

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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

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Congratulations to the speakers at CETA 2023

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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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

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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

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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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Community Forums: Participatory Approaches to Professional Development

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

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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