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Reflective Practice SIG: Reflecting on Lesson Plans
A new semester (or month) is nearly here. And there’s an old saying: Fail to plan, plan to fail. To some degree, teachers plan lessons. Lesson plans are often administrative requirements. Sometimes not. But they are part of an effective teacher’s toolkit. Novice teachers...Events Reflective Practice February 21, 2023
Humor in the Classroom
Do you use humor in your classroom to liven up the class atmosphere? Have you thought about the implications of using humor in your lessons? How do students perceive the use of humor? What can we do if we’re not standup comedians? And is there any distinction between edutainment...Events Reflective Practice March 10, 2023
Reflective Practice SIG: 10-Week Journaling Challenge
Journaling. It’s a habit that dates back centuries. There are many benefits, with focus and clarity being valuable outcomes. For ELT instructors, journaling is a great way to hone our observation skills, explore the teaching/learning process, and define problems/reflect on...Events Reflective Practice March 26, 2023
Journaling Challenge Week 1: Teacher Identity
Our 10-week journaling challenge begins! Week 1 prompts are now posted on the RP SIG website. Join us on Wednesday to Chat about journaling! Share our personal narratives. Zoom Meeting ID: 837 5970 9543 Passcode: 375528Events Reflective Practice May 1, 2023
RP SIG: Our Learners
Last week in our 10-Week Journaling Challenge, we reflected on our role as teachers. We looked inward to identify our motivations, strengths, and role in learning. This week, we pivot to our learners. We try to see lessons from their perspective, from their experience. As the...Events Reflective Practice May 5, 2023
RP SIG: Teacher Gratitude
Teacher Gratitude Teacher’s Day in Korea was May 15. We’re a little late celebrating, but you know what? Every day is Teacher’s Day. This month the Reflective Practice SIG welcomes Virginia Hanslien as our discussion leader. Join us as we discuss gratitude journals—a power...Events Reflective Practice May 19, 2023
Reflective Practice SIG: 2024 Rosetta Challenge
We teach English. We push our students to study hard. We want them to be successful at learning a second language. But how about YOU? When was the last time you studied a foreign language? Maybe you have not studied a language since high school or university. That...Events Reflective Practice October 27, 2023
Sparkle in 2024!
Get Ready to Sparkle in 2024! Reflective Teaching Practices Zoom Extravaganza! Hey, Teaching Superstars! As we bid farewell to 2023, it's time to turn on the disco lights and join us for a Zoom celebration of Reflective Teaching Practices! Date: January...Events Reflective Practice December 15, 2023