My Best 10 …ways to manage workload and wellbeing
MFL teachers share the enormous privilege of inspiring the next generation of language learners. This demands high levels of energy, creativity and compassion and this, in turn, requires physical, social and emotional wellbeing. In the recently published...
My Best 10 …ways to use songs
Steven Fawkes has been talking about the use of songs in language lessons since Language World in 1992! They offer opportunities to stretch and challenge learners as well as to reassure them. Here Steven gives just a few of his favourite examples in the hope...
My Best 10 …ways to enhance listening skills
Laura Simons and Lisa Stevens share tips for teaching listening exercises in primary and secondary classrooms. About the author: Lisa is a primary languages educator and consultant who teaches at two Birmingham primary schools. She is a member of ALL Council...
My Best 10 …ways to engage and cater for multilingual learners
Children who appreciate other cultures help bring communities together. Sarah Wiesemes and Sarah Barrett share their top tips for developing multilingual citizens. About the author: Sarah Wiesemes is a Year 6 teacher, MFL and EAL coordinator at Bramcote Hills...