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What is an assessment rubric and why would you use it? In this post, Ann talks about the benefits of rubrics and shows how you might create your own.

The new English Australia CPD Framework is here! This summary covers some key info, including why and how it was developed, and ideas about how to use the Framework.

Hear first-hand what SIBT students say about changes made to their course curriculum, including increased group-work, blended learning and real-world practice.

A successful ePortfolio trial is helping Health Skills Australia plan a rollout for students in 2017. Ingrid Devlin explains more and shares her results here.

What is a flipped classroom and how does it help students? In this short video, Ann talks about the pedagogy and offers tips for teachers looking to get started.

In this 5-minute overview, hear from teacher trainer Meredith Lade about a technique called ‘reading circles’ and grab some quick ideas for using it in your own learning and teaching context.

How do you build a teacher development program from scratch? And why is teacher observation so important? Insights from a young Omani college.

Great teachers don’t pace dramatically around class, changing lives in a flourish of chalk. These insights from an inspiring NPI teacher show what really counts for students.

Why do some students continue to perform poorly when others with similar backgrounds succeed? Richard Hewison shares his award-winning PhD research.

PD with a difference: this is MeetELT, an event run by teachers, for teachers. The topic this time tackles how to bring students’ real life contexts into their learning.

Come into contact with students’ personal information on a daily basis? This article and handy graphic give you tips on keeping that valuable data safe and secure

Here are our best tips on using Zoom video conferencing to help get your message across without technical hiccups!

Workplaces are increasingly competitive and globalized. We need to open our doors to international students and our classrooms to global perspectives.

Engagement in online learning can be a battle. Here’s a not-so-secret weapon that might help win the day!

Watch 5 English language teachers share quick-fire Pecha Kuchas on authentic class projects ranging from a ‘Pinkytas’ charity event to a ‘Selfie Safari’.

A new approach from Griffith College and Griffith University helps students throughout their journey, not just at the point of matriculation.