Inspiring students with ‘the beautiful language’ with Graham Ward - Episode 6

‘English: the beautiful language’. That simple phrase inspires countless students to engage with a subject that unlocks so much in the world.As a huge advocate for the phrase, Graham Ward is a wonderful example of a teacher who’s been empowering students for over 27 years. He’s now sharing his talents at Fundació Collserola.Graham joins Luísa Geão on episode 6 of Grow: A podcast from Cambridge, to share how he challenges and motivates students, how silence can be such a useful tool, and staying fresh for a new generation of students!This episode coversEmpowering students to be responsible for their own learningHow you can motivate your students by challenging themWhy silence attractsAdapting your teaching to the new generation of studentsYou’ll also hear from Miranda Hamilton who will share her advice on how an integrated learning and assessment approach can help teachers in the classroom. Discover thousands of experiences, insights, ideas and resources on the World of Better Learning blog. Explore our extensive range of learning resources and the world’s most recognised exams and tests for English - all ready for you and your institution.Join our social community:FacebookInstagramLinkedInXTikTokYouTubeSend your audio questions to be answered in future episodes:growpodcast@cambridge.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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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.