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EVERYTHING EFL

I’m passionate about serving teachers. There’s no one size fits all lesson plan or solution to your class needs and issues. But, you’ve got a friend and support system in me. I can help reduce your overwhelm, give you some teachy inspo and improve your work-life balance. How? With solid takeaways you can try out immediately AND some much needed teacher love. Because your wellbeing is important too. You can find my contact details in the show notes if you"d like me to work with your institution and

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00:09:30

Episode 159: Progress is Incremental. But Do Your...

EVERYTHING EFL ·

2025/10/27

Ever had a student say, “I’m not progressing” or “I feel stuck”? It’s disheartening for and for you too. But often, it isn’t true.In this episode, we’ll explore why learners feel this way, how to help them see the progress they’re actually making, and practical classroom strategies to boost their confidence and motivation.Because sometimes, progress is happening right under their noses — they just need help noticing it.Join my Breathe Easy, Teacher Newsletter community for teacher love and support:

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00:10:04

Episode 157: Do Better, Online Resources!

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2025/10/13

This week I talk about a bugbear of mine: crap online resources that bear no resemblance to real-world language. Once I get that out of my system, I talk about how we teachers can do better. And it takes the same amount of time it takes to scroll through the Internet and search for ready-made supplementary tasks and lessons.Join my Breathe Easy, Teacher Newsletter community for teacher love and support: ⁠https://www.subscribepage.com/betterteachingnewsletter⁠Contact me if you would like me to help

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00:06:32

Bonus Episode 157: Join the Big Declutter!

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2025/10/06

This week, I’m opening the cupboard doors — literally.I’ve been going through 10+ years of teaching materials: dusty files, endless flashcards, laminated tasks I’ll never use again… and asking myself: Why am I still holding onto this stuff?In this episode, I share what this whole process taught me about growth, change, and the way we teach. Spoiler: it’s not really about the materials at all. It’s about how we see ourselves as teachers, and how far we’ve come.Plus, to celebrate the launch of this

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00:26:12

Episode 156: Using Videotelling in Class with Jamie...

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2025/09/29

Want to add a natural, fun and engaging twist to your lessons?Let Jamie Keddie show you how with videotelling. Stories are a fundamental part of human connection and communication so why not use them more in class?Connect with Jamie here: https://share.google/2wjYdedXtCTwvncwlhttps://www.lessonstream.com/newsletters/lessonstream-blogSneezing Panda video; https://youtube.com/shorts/bkIkKTxBci4?si=fX2O0RarKTa8kCTzJoin my Breathe Easy, Teacher Newsletter community for teacher love and support:

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00:06:39

154: Do You Give Your Students Brain Breaks?

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2025/09/15

Why are brain breaks important?Find out why in this short and sweet episode, I also bring reflection into the mix, because who doesn't love a bit of that?Follow Andre Hedlund here: www.instagram/thelearningcosmosJoin my Breathe Easy, Teacher Newsletter community for teacher love and support: ⁠https://www.subscribepage.com/betterteachingnewsletter⁠Contact me if you would like me to help you or your school become better teachers: www.refreshyourteaching.comConnect with

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00:28:10

Episode 155: TBL 101 With Nicola Harwood

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2025/09/01

Hello again!After a summer break, I'm back with a fabulous guest, Nicola Harwood, who breaks down TBL (Task-Based Learning).Have you thought about using it but not sure where to start?This episode is perfect. She talks about deep and shallow-end TBL. Yes, there are two types: one for the brave and one for the teacher who needs a little more structure.Don't teach in her context? Take that mantra of mine and Steal and Adapt!Connect with

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00:02:06

Summer 2025 Announcement

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2025/06/17

Just a quick one to tell you where I'm at.I'll see you in September, when I'm back with some brilliant guest.In the meantime, if there's something you'd like me to cover on the pod, let me know! Deets below. Wishing you a safe and peaceful summer.Join my Breathe Easy, Teacher Newsletter community for teacher love and support: ⁠https://www.subscribepage.com/betterteachingnewsletter⁠Contact me if you would like me tohelp you or your school become better teachers:

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00:10:27

Episode 153: 5 Things Teachers Shouldn't Do

EVERYTHING EFL ·

2025/06/02

This short, passionate episode is a bit of a rant — but it comes from a place of deep care for students and the craft of teaching. If you're a teacher and you recognize yourself in any of the points raised, this isn't meant to offend — it's a call to reflect and rethink some habits that might be holding your learners back.If you're short on time, under pressure, or stuck in a routine — you're not alone. But that’s exactly why it's worth taking a moment to question, adjust, and improve. Teaching

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00:13:34

Episode 152: How I Planned 3 Hours in 5 Minutes

EVERYTHING EFL ·

2025/05/25

Sometimes you don't have a lot of time or energy. Or maybe you've just returned from holiday and haven't got into planning mode. This week I'm sharing with you my lesson plan for two 90-minute lessons using the Lexical Approach.And yes, it took me 5 minutes. Why was I so confident that it would work? Because I used my students' output, plus a bit of decoding for good measure.Steve Cutts Mobile World Video: https://youtu.be/wUW1wjlKvmY?si=Qm4Zp56lxS2n8lqKJoin the waiting list for

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00:08:47

Episode 151: Mantras #4 - Don't Be Afraid to Let Go!

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2025/05/11

If you’re feeling burnt out, stuck in overplanning mode, or just plain exhausted—you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing a bit of a pep talk from the heart about the mindset traps so many of us fall into: fear of not doing enough, decision fatigue, and the struggle to let go in the classroom. I’ll walk you through how teaching can actually feel lighter—with more creativity, more impact, and less stress.Join the waiting list for the No-Nonsense Lexical Toolkit Course, coming in June:

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00:28:29

Episode 150: How Science CAN Help Teachers with Andre...

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2025/04/27

There's a lot of controversy surrounding how science can help teachers and learning. Some say it's overtaking and is too rigid. My guest today says differently. We cover;- attention span- evidence-based learning- motivation-working memory and long-term memory- decoding regarding listening and reading.Enjoy!And don't forget to join the waiting list for my No-Nonsense Lexical Toolkit course coming in June to avail of a special discount. This price will never be seen again! Join here:

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00:12:27

Episode 149: Decoding Listening Skills - The Basics

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2025/04/14

So I've discovered decoding so that means you should too.In this episode, I give you a basic rundown of what decoding for listening is and I share my semi-okay-but-not-great attempt at a decoding lesson. Because we all have to start somewhere.Join my Breathe Easy, Teacher Newsletter community for teacher love and support: ⁠https://www.subscribepage.com/betterteachingnewsletter⁠Contact me if you would like me to help you or your school become better teachers: www.refreshyourteaching.comConnect

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00:06:55

Episode 148: It's Okay to Feel Like Sh*t Sometimes

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2025/03/30

Strap in: it's about to get deeply personal.I've had a tough few weeks. I think it's important to share these feelings with you, as I know you feel them too.Social media platforms can make it look like we're always happy and it's sunshine and roses but we all know reality isn't like that.And you know what? That's okay.Be a dear and fill out this survey on student listening skills – it would help me so much! https://forms.gle/u4EXyrJqcFtXPnkS7Join my Breathe Easy,

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00:13:47

Episode 147: Let's Talk About Phrasal Verbs

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2025/03/16

Phrasal verbs. Two words that conjure up fear in the bravest and most competent of English learners.Join me as I discuss the ins and outs of these devilish chunks of language and my thoughts on how to make them more accessible and easier to learn.Join my Breathe Easy, Teacher Newsletter community for teacher love and support: ⁠https://www.subscribepage.com/betterteachingnewsletter⁠Please donate to the Kakuma Refugee Camp teachers: https://gofund.me/d77e9fe0Contact me if you would like me to help

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00:25:36

Episode 146: What Teachers (Probably Shouldn't)...

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2025/03/03

This week I talk to Charlie Cranmer, aka Charlie's Lessons.We talk about.....well, what don't we talk about?Here's a quick rundown of where our initial conversation about pressure and prioritizing went:- students might not like us vs common ground- box-ticking vs approaches that aren't grammar-oriented-grammar vs function- the security blanket of the course book- perfection vs realistic lesson outcomes- PPP - input- bad TTT vs quality TTT- underprepping vs overprepping.Join us as we put the world to

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00:09:25

Episode 145: How to Avoid Overloading Your Students

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2025/02/10

We've all rushed through tasks and given our students way too much information.This is disastrous for our students' ability to process and retain anything.As a natural follow-on from last week's episode (mini-tasks), this bite-sized approach could make a difference, especially if you consider todays' limited attention spans.....Sign up for my FREE webinar:Beyond the Gap-Fill: Practical Tasks to Get Students Speaking here:⁠http://subscribepage.io/Rb9Qf1⁠. You will get a great discount on myHeart and

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00:10:52

Episode 144: Why Mini-Tasks Are Beneficial

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2025/02/03

What are you students' attention spans like?Just as I thought.... Not only that, language takes time to learn, so let's think about how you can stretch out the process for your students, rather than moving onto the next thing. Join me as I talk about the benefits of making time for mini-tasks, how they can save you time prepping and give your students lots of bite-sized exposure to the language. Sign up for my FREE webinar: Beyond the Gap-Fill: Practical Tasks to Get Students Speaking

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00:08:03

Episode 143: Do Your Lessons Have Peaks and Valleys?

EVERYTHING EFL ·

2025/01/30

It's tough to remember EVERYTHING when you're busy and planning multiple lessons but one thing that is essential is peaks and valleys.This short episode is a gentle reminder on how you can switch up the energy levels in your class and it doesn't take anything new, innovative and mind-blowing. Sign up for my FREE webinar: Beyond the Gap-Fill: Practical Tasks to Get Students Speaking here: ⁠http://subscribepage.io/Rb9Qf1⁠. You will get a great discount on my Heart and Craft: The

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00:11:26

Episode 142: Don't Wear Yourself Out in Class!

EVERYTHING EFL ·

2025/01/20

Have you ever had a class where it's like walking into a morgue?The students couldn't be more unenthusiastic if they tried. Here's my take on the situation and what you should and DEFINITELY shouldn't do. Sign up for my FREE webinar: Beyond the Gap-Fill: Practical Tasks to Get Students Speaking here: ⁠http://subscribepage.io/Rb9Qf1⁠. You will get a great discount on my Heart and Craft: The Methodology-Mindset Blueprint for Language Teachers if you sign up to the webinar. NO

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00:05:01

Episode 141: Of Course Your Students Have Forgotten...

EVERYTHING EFL ·

2025/01/01

HAPPY NEW YEAR!Don't face it alone! Listen to this super-sweet-and-short pep talk to help you get ready (but not too ready) for the first week back at school. Listen before you start planning. Get your Mindful Grammar Freebie here: www.subscribepage.io/4tlanY Contact me if you would like me to help you or your school become better teachers: www.refreshyourteaching.com Join my Breathe Easy, Teacher Newsletter community for teacher love and support:

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