Teachers' Coffee with Natassa Manitsa & George Kokolas

We saved the best for last! Join us for a special conversation with Terry Small, renowned Canadian teacher trainer and brain-friendly learning expert.In this inspiring episode, Terry reveals:

In this episode, Nick Peachy, educator, innovator, and the mind behind Peachy Publications, joins us for a candid talk on how EdTech is evolving, the challenges teachers face today, and whether AI and tech are must-haves in the 2025 classroom.

What does it mean to teach with compassion, and why does it matter?In this episode of Teacher's Coffee, we're joined by Sarah Mercer, renowned author and professor, to explore the transformative potential of Compassion-Based Language Education. Learn how compassion can deepen teacher-student relationships, support classroom well-being, and positively impact motivation and learning outcomes.Sarah offers practical strategies for applying compassion in real classrooms, overcoming common challenges, and fostering an environment where both teachers and students thrive.

In Episode 13 of Teacher's Coffee, we sit down with Harry Waters, founder of Renewable English, multi-award-winning teacher trainer, writer, and climate activist. As the closing plenary speaker at IATEFL this year, Harry brings a powerful message about weaving sustainability into every aspect of education.

Is AI a powerful teaching tool or a threat to critical thinking?In this episode of Teacher's Coffee, Professor Robert Stroud from Hosei University shares how AI can enhance education without replacing the human touch.Beyond the real impact of AI, we explore strategies to reduce foreign language anxiety, boost engagement, and streamline lesson planning.

In this episode of Teachers' Coffee, we sit down with Sinem Atamsoy Koşar, Vice Head of the Foreign Languages Department, to discuss the key qualities that make a great leader in education and how to manage classroom conflicts effectively.

In this episode of Teacher's Coffee – Espresso Edition, Sabina shares her insights on motivating diverse classrooms, the power of service learning, and innovative classroom management strategies!

Christopher Graham, the incoming president of IATEFL and an experienced teacher trainer, discusses the realities of teaching in conflict and post-conflict zones. Christopher shares firsthand insights on the unique challenges educators face, from trauma and limited resources to sustaining motivation and professional growth.

In this episode of Teacher's Coffee, we're joined by the talented Charles Goodger, a composer, writer, and materials producer for English language learners. With a deep passion for integrating music and movement into language teaching, Charles shares his unique approach to enhancing language retention through songs and miming.

In this episode of Teacher's Coffee: Espresso Edition, we kick off the new year with Jenny Dooley, the Author and President of Express Publishing! Join us as we explore the creative challenges educators face in writing and teaching, from overcoming creative blocks to finding breakthroughs. Jenny shares her insights on fostering creativity in the classroom, designing engaging learning materials, and balancing the use of technology with core educational values. We also dive into the ideal classroom for 2025, discuss the profiles of the modern learner, and tackle the role of AI in education.

Gerald McLoughlin joins us to explore practical strategies for fostering inclusive learning environments, improving listening skills, and delivering effective assessment and feedback.

In this episode of Teacher's Coffee, we're joined by Leandro, a passionate educator and curriculum innovator, to discuss the evolving landscape of language learning in the digital age. Leandro shares his view on the latest trends in discourse analysis, the power of translanguaging, and the importance of digital citizenship in today's classrooms.

In this episode of Teacher's Coffee, we're joined by Kelly Pennington, the visionary founder of GT English language schools in Brazil. Kelly takes us on a journey through her inspiring career, sharing the passion that sparked her entrepreneurial journey and the key ingredients behind the success of her language schools.

Welcome to another episode of Teacher's Coffee, this time featuring Thom Kiddle, Academic Director of NILE (Norwich Institute for Language Education)! In this episode, Thom shares his journey into English language education and training, his approach to creating a stellar teaching environment, and what he believes every 21st-century teacher needs to succeed.

In this episode, we're joined by Ron Morrain, a pioneer in educational innovation and a global influencer in teacher development. With over three decades of experience, Ron shares his journey from his early classroom days to becoming a leading figure in the education world! Teacher's Coffee brings you cross-industry knowledge that fuels real-world teaching and learning, making each podcast a source of practical insights for educators everywhere.

Teacher's Coffee is back! In our season opener, we sit down with Dr. Charles Browne, who shares the story behind his groundbreaking NGSL vocabulary list, his academic journey, and fresh perspectives on education.

In this season's finale, we are honoured to feature Dr. Christine Coombe, a distinguished member of the English faculty at Dubai Men's College and a renowned expert in assessment methods and research literacy.

In this episode, we are excited to feature Saida Razabjaze, a passionate Teacher Trainer from Uzbekistan. Join us as we dive into the unique landscape of English Language Teaching (ELT) in Uzbekistan and beyond.

Meet Antoine Marcq—an expert in Intercultural Communication and Professional Development! Learn more about the complexities of communication across different cultures and how EFL/ ESL teachers can excel in this realm!

Meet Gustavo González - a teacher trainer dedicated to sharing the impact of creating a positive emotional environment in the classroom. Learn more about: - The transformative power of music in education. - How to use videos in class to deepen students' understanding. - Innovative approaches to integrating digital tools while maintaining a healthy balance with traditional teaching methods. - Practical strategies for fostering student engagement in any subject.

This special episode is more like an exclusive glimpse into #IATEFL2024! Join us for a captivating episode featuring insights from top speakers and ELT experts! Featuring Dorothy Zemach, John Hird, Boelo van der Pool, Sarah Smith, Thom Jones, Rob Howard, Vicky Samuel, Armanda Stroia, Daniel Xerri, Elona Kolaj, Penny Hands, Susana Galante and our author, Jenny Dooley.

Meet Sanja Conjagic—a passionate educator and language school owner with an inspiring career journey! In this episode, we learn more about: -The career-boosting benefits of participating in professional associations, such as ELTA Serbia. -Fostering regional collaboration in education through the Verbalists Education & Language Network and Education Beyond Borders.

From riding waves to teaching English! Meet Jack Dougall, a professional surfer who switched careers to become an English Teacher!

Laxman Gnawali, President of NELTA (Nepal English Language Teaching Association), reflects on the unique landscape of English language learning in Nepal, including the motivations driving learners, the challenges faced by educators, and potential changes in ELT.

Welcome to season seven of Teacher's Coffee! Tune in to our weekly podcasts for a delightful mix of updates, insights, and advice in the field of education coming from special guests from all over the world. In this episode, Boelo van der Pool, a language teaching and dyslexia expert, shares his mission to raise awareness about the 10-15% of students who may be dyslexic unknowingly. Explore the challenges dyslexic learners face in mastering languages like English and learn how educators can adapt their methods to provide better support! #TeachersPodcast #Podcast #Teachers #Education #Dyslexia #DyslexiaAwareness #ESL #ELT #EnglishLessons #EnglishLanguage #ExpressPublishing In this episode, Boelo van der Pool, a language teaching and dyslexia expert, shares his mission to raise awareness about the 10-15% of students who may be dyslexic unknowingly. Explore the challenges dyslexic learners face in mastering languages like English and learn how educators can adapt their methods to provide better support!

Ian MacMaster, a distinguished business communication consultant, shares practical strategies for effective communication in diverse business contexts. Join us to learn how teams can utilise critical incidents to prevent breakdowns and embrace a mindset that enhances understanding.

Shweta Ramkumar uncovers her journey from ESL teaching to establishing a coaching practice in healthcare communication. Explore the role of improved communication in mitigating patient dissatisfaction and fostering healthcare trust!

Trish, a Brain Stages Parenting Coach and Education Consultant joins us to unravel the mysteries of language learning. Discover her expert insights on raising well-adjusted humans and supercharging kids' learning. As a one-on-one coach, workshop facilitator, and seasoned speaker, Trish is set to transform your approach to education. Get ready for a deep dive into brain-friendly tutoring and language acquisition strategies!

In this episode, we're hosting Sue Leather, a trailblazer and founding member of EVE (Equal Voices in ELT) - an organization dedicated to increasing the representation of women in ELT conferences globally. Discover how the EVE team mentors women speakers, collaborates with Teachers' Associations and transforms the ELT landscape.

In this episode, the president of TESOL TURKEY, Evrim Usteneoglu, reflects on her experiences of English Language Teaching in Turkey while giving invaluable tips for budding educators.

In this episode, Gorka Bartolmé, a Master Certified Coach by the ICF, unveils the essence of coaching and delves into the groundbreaking scientific connections between coaching and language learning. Tune in to learn more about the exact definition of coaching, in which aspects it is effective and how it can actually help you unfold your full potential!

In this episode, Lonny Gold, a top Suggestopedia trainer, delves into the long-term psychological benefits of this unique pedagogical system. Join us to learn more about Suggestopedia, a teaching method unlike any other!

In this episode, we explore the diverse aspects of English language teaching in Angola! Teofilo Domingos, a respected educator hailing from Angola, reflects on his experiences as an English language teacher in his native country.

Christina Tsatsaba, ESOL Director, unveils the impact of NOCN exams—where originality meets holistic learning. Join us as we unravel the impact NOCN exams make for candidates.

Join us as we delve into the world of Phenomenon-Based learning (PhBL) and Affective Domain Theory with the renowned educator Donna Lee Fields. Discover the difference between a general lesson presented as a project and the transformative power of PhBL, explored through its impact on student agency and skill development.

Our president, Jenny Dooley, joined us live in the studio for an engaging and festive discussion about the latest updates and future aspirations of Express Publishing!

Professor Mackie Anucha Khaengkhan talks about strategies of effective methodology and gives us a valid overview of ELT in Thailand.

Colleen Fletcher and Jasmine Howell give us the entire panorama of education in Mozambique and convey to us the passion of local people for learning.

Thomas Kunze,  MA, offers us a "gamified " Teachers' Coffee full of e-sports, escape rooms, and many other games for educational purposes.

Arjanique Swears will tell us everything about Zimbabwe, English and teaching English in the wider Sub-Saharan region.

One of the most communicative trainers of her generation, Sarah Smith, joins us for this week's Teachers' Coffee and talks about a hot topic that every teacher and parent would like to know more about ADHD. Discover more about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as Sarah shares a perfect combination of her experience and scientific data in this precious interview.

Grazzia Maria Mendoza joins us from exotic Honduras and gives us a complete picture of the ELT setting in her country. She speaks passionately about her job, the teachers there, and their incredible culture.

John Hird, the lecturer from the University of Oxford talks thoroughly about his career and background, grammar, and, of course, one of his passions, special education!

Dorothy Zemach, joins Teachers' Coffee and analyses with evidence, the myths, the differences and the facts about the comfort and the discomfort zone. She also gives us tips on how teachers can deal with the new changes in TOEFL exams.

Laura McWilliams is one of the most suitable people to talk to us about teaching young learners and teenagers today, as she is the coordinator of IATEFL Young Learners & Teenagers SIG.

Inga Linde, the president of the Latvian Teachers' Association (LATE), is the first guest to our season premiere and brings us a little bit of Baltic aroma to our show. Talking about her early years in teaching, the significance of teachers' voluntary work and the importance of belonging to an association are some of the main topics we discuss, but above all, we enjoy podcasting.

Penny Hands joins us for the season´s finale of Teacher´s Coffee and talks about non-native and native speakers in ELT Publishing. We will not give you any more spoilers, as we highly recommend that you listen to Penny giving a comprehensive view on the matter and form your own opinion.

Thomas Feiner, the  CEO of the Institute for EEG Neurofeedback IFEN, accepts our invitation for coffee and makes this a very brain-friendly episode. Learn about all the recent developments and the recent findings about neurofeedback, how this can help the learning process and what to expect in the future regarding this fascinating. Listen, learn and enjoy!

The new IAETFL president Aleksandra Popovski talks about the benefits of joining IAETFL as a teacher, her agenda as president and how she balances her duties as IAETFL president and a frontline ELT teacher.

One of the most known Brazilian ELT trainers, André Hedlund, joins us at our Teacher's Coffee round table and shares deep thoughts about the Science of Learning, the Brain Breaks, the practice of elaborative thinking and of course his latest, exciting book THE OWL FACTOR.

For this episode, we invited all the teacher trainers who will present at EDU.VACATION 2023 and gives you a great teaser of the most exciting educational event of the summer. Meet Jenny Dooley, Myrsini Verdouka, Mike Kenteris and Konstantina Karamouta and listen to what they will present on the picturesque island of Antiparos this June. See you all there!