In this series of workshops, we will gain an overview of the format of the IELTS examination’s speaking and writing (academic module) components, equipping you with the knowledge to confidently brief your students on what to expect when sitting this high-stake examination. Nicky Partridge – IELTS Expert & Teacher Trainer

As a fluent speaker of the language, it is only natural to you to be grammatically correct, but how successfully do you think you could explain certain elements of English grammar to a learner?

The Core TEFL Modules consist of 11 themed units that cover the key areas of teaching English and provide the groundwork for effective language analysis, lesson planning and delivery.

Find out about what duty of care adults have when working with students in the UK and what to do if a safeguarding situation should arise.

The use of L1, also known as the learner’s own language, has long been a topic of debate in ELT. This masterclass briefly overviews some of the key moments in the use of L1 in EFL, supported by examples of practical classroom activities, for the judicious use of L1 in our ELT classrooms. Presented by Neil Harris – Teacher Trainer & Director of Marketing@CELT Language School.

This workshop will try to dismantle the old habits arguing that for observation and feedback to be of any use, we must re-evaluate what we do, what we expect and what we value. Presented by Steve Hirschhorn – Award-winning Teacher Trainer, Former School Principal & Director of TESOL.

Acquiring vocab is challenging but vital. Recycle new words in class to boost memory, enhance recall, and ease learning. Presented by Cristina Nicolaou – Experienced CELTA Trainer, University Lecturer & Examiner.

Why is will so overused in ELT? What is wrong with it anyway? Review with us in this Gallery Teachers Masterclass some of the different ways to express future meaning with more precision. Presented by Neil Harris – Teacher Trainer & Director of Marketing at CELT Language School

This highly practical workshop presents ten ways to use top-down and bottom-up reading strategies with any text to help your learners become better readers. Presented by Ben Crompton – ELT Trainer & Director of Studies @Amanda’s School

Lesson observations are often seen as a necessary evil and not as a useful tool for our development. Explore with us how reframing observations as a classroom visit can give us positive CPD. Presented by Neil Harris – Teacher Trainer & Director of Marketing@CELT Language School.