Grow: A podcast from Cambridge
Grow: A podcast from Cambridge
Podcast Description
Hello and welcome to Grow: A podcast from Cambridge, where the Mediterranean is the backdrop of our first series. From navigating the lively classrooms of Milan, to discovering diverse learning environments in Barcelona, the Grow podcast will guide you through the world of English Language Teaching. Join us as we delve into the personal journeys of educators just like you, from their very own classrooms. You’ll hear firsthand accounts of triumphs, setbacks and invaluable lessons learnt along the way. Whether you're an experienced educator or just starting out, Grow offers practical tips and inspiration to enhance your teaching skills. You’ll learn from others who have been exactly where you are, gain new ideas to implement straight into tomorrow's lesson plans, and reflect on how you want your own career journey to develop. So join us for an adventure towards a brighter future for education, fuelled by your passion for teaching. Learn more: cambridge.org/wobl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of personal development, teaching methodologies, and the challenges faced by educators, with episodes that examine topics like the transition from corporate careers to teaching, the importance of inclusivity in the classroom, and the ways to motivate students. Specific episodes feature educators discussing life skills in language education and the values of continuous learning.
Hello and welcome to Grow: A podcast from Cambridge, where the Mediterranean is the backdrop of our first series. From navigating the lively classrooms of Milan, to discovering diverse learning environments in Barcelona, the Grow podcast will guide you through the world of English Language Teaching. Join us as we delve into the personal journeys of educators just like you, from their very own classrooms. You’ll hear firsthand accounts of triumphs, setbacks and invaluable lessons learnt along the way. Whether you’re an experienced educator or just starting out, Grow offers practical tips and inspiration to enhance your teaching skills. You’ll learn from others who have been exactly where you are, gain new ideas to implement straight into tomorrow’s lesson plans, and reflect on how you want your own career journey to develop. So join us for an adventure towards a brighter future for education, fuelled by your passion for teaching. Learn more: cambridge.org/wobl
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Hello and welcome back to Grow: A podcast from Cambridge.
Today our host, Joel Cutting joins us from the UK to chat with Peter McMahon – a teacher with a diverse background in both primary school and adult language settings.
Peter shares candid insights about transitioning between teaching contexts, the transformative power of the CELTA course and how his passion for languages has shaped his career.
You’ll discover practical teaching strategies, hear heartwarming stories of student success and gain valuable perspectives on managing workload and maintaining enthusiasm in education.
Tune in to discover:
- The unique challenges and rewards of being a supply teacher.
- Practical advice for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Strategies for teaching across different environments
- The importance of seeing student progress.
- How language learning can break down cultural barriers.
You’ll also hear from Matt Ellman & Cecília Lemos Harmer from the Professional Learning and Development team at Cambridge with a top tip on how to collect evidence of progress in your lessons. Discover further, free, practical support for teachers, including the Integrated Learning and Assessment course and an ideas pack, at cambridge.org/ILA
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