Getting your students speaking

This programme introduces the Teaching Speaking series by looking at some of the challenges that English language teachers face around the world.

Empathy, Authenticity and Respect - a good EAR

Teacher-trainer John Kay talks about the keys to establishing a good rapport with your students - and how that can help them learn.

Teaching students to form sounds

Which sounds are difficult for your students and how can you help them improve their pronunciation?

Helping your students learn English rhythms

How intonation works in English and how to help your students learn it.

Group work, warmers and controlled practice

Some simple ways to make speaking activities work.

Debates, stories and information gaps

Using differences between people to create real communication.

Your students are on task - now encourage them!

How do you know if speaking activities are successful?

Effective communication

Helping students get their message across in English.

Teacher-led feedback and student-led feedback

How do your students know what they did badly and what they did well?