In this episode of the ELTcpd podcast, we speak to English Teacher and Cambridge Speaking Examiner, Sangeeta Sathe. 

We discuss techniques and strategies you can use to boost your students' confidence while preparing for their exams, and what NOT to teach your students in the lead-up to the exam. 

Don't miss this episode, from Sangeeta's unique perspective as an examiner, an exam writer, and an exam teacher. 

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In this episode, we speak to English Teacher and founder of Pit Stop English, Gareth Yates. 

We discuss how to build confidence in learners in both multilingual and monolingual classes. Gareth also shares lots of practical low-to-no-prep activities you can use with your students to get them speaking English and developing their spoken skills in the classroom. 

Gareth specialises in preparing teenagers and adults for Cambridge Exams. He has taught in the UK, Germany and Italy, and now teaches in Spain, at ELA in 
Úbeda. With a degree in film studies and a masters in screenwriting, he 
enjoys preparing creative activities that motivate his students to 
succeed. His Instagram @PitStopEnglish is full of lesson plans 
and creative activities to make language classes fun and engaging. 

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You can also find the video we discuss, on how to use AI to get your students speaking on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/iP60VDcE4U0

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In this episode, we speak to Director of Studies and Content Creator Charlie's Lessons, who has over 18k subscribers on his teacher training YouTube channel. 

We discuss how AI has changed Charlie's role as both a Director of Studies and as a content creator. We look at the top AI-powered tools to use with your students and for saving time when creating content, as well as ways to utilise tech as a teacher. We also talk about the pitfalls of AI and the future for English language teachers. 

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In this episode, we speak to innovative ESL Teacher and EdTech enthusiast Ricardo Arizaga, who experiments with AI in the classroom and leads technology-based teacher training courses.

We discuss the advantages of using AI with students, as well as some of the tools and resources available to teachers to enhance their lessons. We also touch on potential disadvantages, and teachers' willingness to adopt new technologies. Ricardo also shares some engaging AI-powered activities you can try in your own classes. 

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In our first episode of our new series, AI in ELT, we speak to Academic Coordinator & Teacher David Castillo. 

We discuss how AI has affected the administration and academic side of language schools, as well as AI policies in institutions. 

We also talk about the importance of keeping up with ever-changing technologies, and how assessment has changed with the evolution of AI.  

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In this episode, we speak to Senior Director of Pearson's Global Scale of English Mike Mayor, about giving successful presentations and talks. 
We discuss how to prepare for your presentations and talks, and how to deal with unexpected moments and questions. As an internationally renowned public speaker for Pearson, Mike shares his top tips for giving a good talk, and how to overcome your nerves.

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In this episode of the ELTcpd podcast, we chat to author, teacher educator, graphic facilitator and visual recorder, Emily Bryson. 

We discuss how to use graphics and drawing for reflecting on learning and creating a more inclusive and accessible learning environment using graphic facilitation and sketchnoting. Emily explains how to develop students’ visual vocabulary skills and why this is important to help students communicate effectively. 

Find out more about Emily at www.emilybrysonelt.com

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In this episode, we chat to award-winning ELT Author and Trainer John Hughes, and ELT Author and Teacher Trainer, Kath Bilsborough. 

John and Kath have teamed up to launch an amazing new course, Writing ELT Materials. We discuss what the course entails, who it's designed for, and what you can expect to learn about the process and development of your own ELT materials. 
We also discuss the best educational events to put in your calendar, as well as predictions for the future of ELT materials. 

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In this episode of the ELTcpd podcast, we chat to Nicola Prentis, also known as The Chilled Investor.

Nicola breaks down the barrier of talking about money in the ELT industry, and shares why investing your money is so important. We discuss pensions, investment tips, and where you can go to find out more about managing your finances whilst working in ELT.

Nicola is an award-winning materials writer who has been in the industry for 20 years. Her interest in investing came about almost by accident when she began looking at her own woeful finances and she now supplements her income through investing and runs a course for beginner investors at www.chilledinvestor.com.

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In this episode, we chat to IELTS specialist and teacher trainer Fatime Losonci. 

We discuss the sub-skills learners need for IELTS, and why it's crucial to focus on these skills when preparing your learners for their exam. Fatime shares some fun and engaging activities you can use in the classroom and in your materials, and answers the age-old question of how to get a score of 7+ in less than a month. 

Fatime also shares her top tips and advice for how to improve and develop your IELTS teaching skills. 

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