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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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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Welcome back to another episode of Grow: A podcast from Cambridge.
Today, host Luísa Geão travels to the Netherlands to chat with Elmira Shirinsokhan, an English teacher, trainer and examiner with nearly 16 years experience across Turkey, Poland and the Netherlands.
In this episode, Elmira shares how teaching across diverse international contexts has shaped her approach to language, identity and classroom culture.
From turning multilingual differences into valuable resources to making adult learners feel safe to take risks, this conversation is packaged with practical tips on how to shift your focus from simply delivering lessons to creating true opportunities for learning.
In this episode of Grow you will discover:
- How to put reflection into practice.
- Top tips for navigating multilingual classrooms.
- Ways to create safe learning spaces for adults.
- How to encourage students to take charge of their own progress.
- Advice for finding your spark during tough moments.
If you’ve got a question about your own classroom we’d love to hear from you. Send your questions to [email protected] and they might feature in a future episode of Grow.
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