In this section, you will find a number of publications, webinar recordings, conference presentations and interviews, as well as video tips which have been written to help you develop your skills and knowledge as a teacher in the professional practice 'Assessing learning'. From advice on how to teach primary-aged students to supporting adult learners in the EFL classroom, the content you will find here is practical, insightful and full of ideas to support your teaching and planning for all kinds of learners.

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TeachingEnglish: Assessing learning

Help all your learners benefit from and get actively involved in assessment in the language classroom. This course is open now – enrol until 23 September.

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Teaching English in primary

Discover how primary children learn and apply this understanding to your classroom practice. Explore the role of assessment in the primary classroom and learn engaging, age-appropriate strategies for learner evaluation. This course is open now – enrol until 23 September.

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Teaching English through literature

Learn how to engage and develop your learners' English language skills through a range of literature-focused learning activities and related teaching approaches. This course is open now – enrol until 23 September.

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An introduction to assessment

Assessment is a key part of teaching and learning, but what different types of assessment can we use, and what do teachers and learners need to know about assessment?

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TeachingEnglish: Planning lessons

Learn how to plan engaging language and topic-based lessons by identifying and applying commonly used lesson models. Explore techniques for introducing new language, writing achievable learning outcomes, and planning warmers and lead-ins. This course will open on 1 October – enrol now.

Research and insight

Browse fascinating case studies, research papers, publications and books by researchers and ELT experts from around the world.

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