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Using graded readers in primary ELT – a wealth of possibilities!
Benefits of using stories in primary ELTMost people like a good story, so reading stories in English can be very motivating for children learning English. Research has shown, and I think many teachers would agree, that learners who are extensive readers...
Principled primary English teacher education – Be the guide by their side, not the sage on the stage
After three decades of teacher training and development work on primary ELT projects in diverse contexts, I’ve found that the impact of teacher education is often challenging to establish. Despite receiving lots of positive feedback from participants, if our...
Shadow puppet theatre in primary ELT
Shadow puppet theatre is a unique art form where theatre, visual art, literature, photography and film-like effects are integrated. It is dynamic and engaging in the way it blends traditional puppet theatre forms with new technologies. Although shadow puppets and...
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