Teaching Tip of the Month by Zuzu ( Zuzka Pallová ) . Are you ready to turn your English classroom into a hub of curiosity and connection? . This month’s tip by Zuzka shows you how to bring online daily news straight into your lessons - perfect for boosting all four skills (listening, reading, speaking, and writing) in a real-world context. . Using authentic articles from Engoo Daily News, your students can explore current topics, expand their vocabulary, and share their opin

Research Tip of the Month: The Teen Brain Runs on Dopamine! Did you know your teenage students’ brains are wired to seek novelty, excitement, and reward? Neuroscientific research shows that dopamine, the brain’s “feel-good” neurotransmitter, reaches its peak during adolescence. This means teens are especially responsive to challenges, feedback, and social approval — a powerful key to keeping them motivated in learning! Want to make the most of this in your English lessons? ​

“Step in the Circle” is perfect for building connections and kicking things off with good vibes. ​ Looking for a simple, no-prep icebreaker? Whether you're meeting a brand-new bunch or the same lovable chaos as last year, “ Step in the Circle ” is a fun way to build connections, reflect on shared experiences, and set a positive tone.

To all who guide with patient grace,Who light the path and hold the space,This season calls for rest, for peace,Let hurried days and tasks now cease. ​ May calmness wrap you, soft and warm,Through winter’s stillness, free from harm.Let quiet moments mend and heal,A gentle pause, a time to feel.   And when the new year starts to call,May you return, refreshed through all,With hearts renewed, both kind and strong—The world needs teachers to carry on. Merry Christmas and a peace

SCELT proudly supports outstanding teachers who have dedicated their time to preparing talented students for the Shakespeare Memorial competition.   We are honored to welcome these hardworking educators into the SCELT family and are delighted to present them with their new membership vouchers!

A detective story is one whose plot hinges on a crime that the characters investigate and attempt to solve. The investigator, suspects, crime, antagonists, and setting can create an unforgettable environment and experience for even the most stubborn students that never want to participate in anything. What kids want to know even more than who committed the crime is why they committed it. Especially when the crime involves a well-known background and setting, maybe even the sc

Beginning Monday, October 2, 2015, SKA will be hosting Barb Hoskins Sakamoto (iTDi) on a 5-day workshop tour that will take her to 4 towns in eastern and central Slovakia. We’re still working on venues but registration will be here: http://goo.gl/forms/xX8euPwQll . Barb will be doing hands-on 3-hour workshops. Barb’s practical workshop will be for those of us teaching young learners (5- to 12-year-olds) on ‘ Creative teaching for 21st century learners ‘. She’ll be sharing abo