English language teaching myths debunked: CLT isn't always best, TTT can be valuable, drilling isn't effective, and more. Flexibility is key.
Six Myths in English Language Teaching
An ESL Teacher’s Guide to Instructional Design
Teaching can lead to burnout, but transitioning to instructional design offers a new path. ESL teachers possess transferable skills and can explore e-learning through online courses.
From Teacher to Instructional Designer?
Are you considering a career transition as a language teacher? Interested in creating and designing learning materials? Do you feel confident using technology in your teaching? If so, you may be in the right place.
Exciting News from Duolingo and Khan Academy
Published date: 20.03.2023 Have you heard the latest news from Duolingo and Khan Academy? They're teaming up with GPT-4, the newest version of OpenAI's language model, to transform the way we learn online. First up, we have Duolingo, the popular language-learning app that has helped millions of people around the world pick up a new... Continue Reading →
Tips for an Aspiring ELT Materials Writer
If you're considering taking a step further and becoming a materials writer after a few years of teaching, this article can be helpful. As an ELT materials writer, you'll be responsible for creating teaching materials that help learners acquire English language skills. But what skills and attributes do you need to succeed in this role?... Continue Reading →
e-Learning Authoring Tools
As an ESL teacher, I've recently become interested in how to create lessons and modules for e-learning platforms, which I have always been fascinated with. In this article, I'd like to share my discoveries about the e-learning authoring tools preferably used by instructional designers working in the field of English language teaching. If you'd like... Continue Reading →
Digital Content Writing for English Language Teaching
Digital content writing for ELT is creating fun and engaging content on digital platforms so that learners can improve their English language skills through blog posts, podcasts, videos, interactive exercises, etc. Writers create content that is tailored to the specific needs of learners, ensuring that they have the tools they need to succeed. What exactly... Continue Reading →
ELT Chalkboard 