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Map of the Floor: When Teachers Step Into Their Story

An embodied reflection on identity, presence, and the journeys that shape how we teach. The Simple Workshop Exercise That Reveals a Teacher’s Journey In my Teaching Artistry workshops, I sometimes ask teachers to do something unusual. I tell them to … Continue reading

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Unlocking Teacher Potential: The Owl Transformation

The Owl Transformation The 10-Minute Activity That Reveals More About Teaching Than a Lecture Ever Could I often begin my Teaching Artistry workshops with a warning: “This activity is dangerous.” Teachers look concerned. Then I tell them they’re going to … Continue reading

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We tell teachers to reflect, but never teach them how to feel

Teacher reflection has become a mantra in professional development.But what if reflection just stays trapped in our heads? Teachers sit in training sessions analysing lessons and discussing what went wrong. They fill out self-evaluation forms, watch their peers, and write … Continue reading

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Embodied Learning in Action: Forum Theatre for Teachers

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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