In English
How to Teach Online - Methodology
Review of JCL Coach and Practise methodology with focus on what can(not) be skipped
How to keep online classes fun and productive
We will focus on methodology, not the tech side of online teaching - I assume you know how to work with Google Slides (if not, visit How to Teach Online - Basics)
led by Adam Tatar
How to Teach Low Levels
Reducing the use of L1 in class and boosting students’ confidence in using the target language
Essential components of an engaging and effective lower level lesson with low TTT
Practical tips and activities (incl. the use of authentic materials in lower level classes and engaging students in group courses)
led by Katka Hrušková
How to Teach Mixed Levels
Issues that often occur in mixed level classes (incl. psychological)
Different balancing strategies
Adapting activities for mixed level classes + tips and tricks
led by Katka Hrušková
Challenging High Levels
Identifying higher levels
Materials and topics for higher-level students
Planning your own higher-level lesson
led by Adam Tatar
Life Hacks for Teachers
Organizing your time and materials
Achieving work-life balance
Lesson planning shortcuts (NOT methodology! just maximum result with minimum effort)
led by Danielle Kindle
Czenglish
Most common mistakes Czech speakers make in English
Where these come from and how to EC them
False friends, pronunciation issues etc.
led by Katka Hrušková
Conversation Lessons
Common problems with conversation lessons
Students' needs and expectations
How to keep conversation lessons productive - lesson planning and materials
led by Adam Tatar
S-S Engagement
How to facilitate group activities that don't include the teacher
How to get students to engage simultaneously
How to use tech to your advantage
led by Kara Magalhaes
How to Use AI in Class
Using AI for lesson planning
Using AI for activities
Exploring AI tools
led by Danielle Kindle
Bringing Worksheets to Life
How to design interactive, fun, and hands-on activities
Inspiration as well as specific tips on what to do and how
Practical application to immediately use in your next lesson
led by April Mislan
How to Spice Up Your Lessons
Types of short activities and why we need them in our lessons
How to prepare them effectively and recycle
How to adapt them using technology for both online and F2F lessons
led by Danielle Kindle
Increasing STT
Learning the language, not learning about it
Planning your lesson to maximize the potential for speaking
Examples of student-centered activities
led by Adam Tatar
First Lessons
The challenges of first lessons and how to deal with them
What to do in first lessons
Exploit a coursebook or build your own lesson
led by Katka Hrušková
Making Teaching Grammar Lessons Fun
How to make grammar lessons effective
Spicing up guided practice
Creating engaging free practice
led by Katka Hrušková
Collaborative Lesson Planning
Save time and energy by collaboratively planning lessons with other teachers
Assistance choosing appropriate materials
Tips and tricks for following the proper lesson structure
led by Danielle Kindle