Express Yourself in Lockdown

We all know that Speaking a language confidently and coherently is an important thing, and forms a critical part of linguistic and cultural development for all learners of languages. One of the impacts of COVID-19 has meant that many pupils have had fewer...
My Best 10 …ways to use songs

My Best 10 …ways to use songs

  Steven Fawkes has been talking about the use of songs in language lessons since Language World in 1992! They offer opportunities to stretch and challenge learners as well as to reassure them. Here Steven gives just a few of his favourite examples in the hope...
My Best 10 …ways to enhance listening skills

My Best 10 …ways to enhance listening skills

  Laura Simons and Lisa Stevens share tips for teaching listening exercises in primary and secondary classrooms. About the author: Lisa is a primary languages educator and consultant who teaches at two Birmingham primary schools. She is a member of ALL Council...