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: Have you listened to Developod ep 73 yet?In this episode, Sinem and Rachael Roberts, a seasoned ELT professional with...
19/08/2026

: Have you listened to Developod ep 73 yet?
In this episode, Sinem and Rachael Roberts, a seasoned ELT professional with over 30 years of experience, discussed her career evolution from classroom teaching to teacher training, academic management, and materials writing. Rachael highlighted the complexity of language education and the importance of understanding its relational and contextual nature. She shared her journey into business coaching from 2002 onwards, and her 2026 Small Business Mentor Award. She emphasized the need for teachers to recognize their value and build sustainable businesses. Rachael also reflected on her IATEFL 2026 plenary, where she advocated for a profession that values expertise and ethical practices, urging teachers to take themselves seriously.
https://tdsig.org/developod-tdsigs-podcast/
Available in all the Podcast places! 📲🎧

TDLinkUp – Issue 16 is OUT NOW 🎉Check your inbox and dive into the latest ideas, insights and inspiration from our Teach...
18/08/2026

TDLinkUp – Issue 16 is OUT NOW 🎉
Check your inbox and dive into the latest ideas, insights and inspiration from our Teacher Development community.
Didn’t receive it? Make sure we’re not in your spam folder and update your preferences via tdsig.org ✨
Let us know in the comments once you’ve read it 👇
TDLinkUp

Did you catch our July blog post? Visit tdsig.org/blog to read Helen’s reflections on National Geographic Learning’s ses...
12/08/2026

Did you catch our July blog post? Visit tdsig.org/blog to read Helen’s reflections on National Geographic Learning’s sessions at the past five (!) IATEFL conferences.
This month our blog is also shared on our friend Sandy Millin’s site, so be sure to follow the link and check out her page.

In this episode, Sinem and Rachael Roberts, a seasoned ELT professional with over 30 years of experience, discussed her ...
11/08/2026

In this episode, Sinem and Rachael Roberts, a seasoned ELT professional with over 30 years of experience, discussed her career evolution from classroom teaching to teacher training, academic management, and materials writing. Rachael highlighted the complexity of language education and the importance of understanding its relational and contextual nature. She shared her journey into business coaching from 2002 onwards, and her 2026 Small Business Mentor Award. She emphasized the need for teachers to recognize their value and build sustainable businesses. Rachael also reflected on her IATEFL 2026 plenary, where she advocated for a profession that values expertise and ethical practices, urging teachers to take themselves seriously.
https://tdsig.org/developod-tdsigs-podcast/
Available in all the Podcast places! 📲🎧

Choose one skill to refine in the next month. Depth over quantity.Small, focused improvements can lead to meaningful cha...
10/08/2026

Choose one skill to refine in the next month. Depth over quantity.
Small, focused improvements can lead to meaningful change.
Tell us below ⬇️
What skill are you focusing on next?

Reset, realign, renew — teaching is a cycle.Growth comes from recognising when it’s time to pause, adjust, and begin aga...
27/07/2026

Reset, realign, renew — teaching is a cycle.
Growth comes from recognising when it’s time to pause, adjust, and begin again.
Tell us below ⬇️
How do you reset your teaching practice?

🎙️ Join us for the next TD Live!We're delighted to welcome Vicky Saumell for another inspiring conversation with the TDS...
21/07/2026

🎙️ Join us for the next TD Live!
We're delighted to welcome Vicky Saumell for another inspiring conversation with the TDSIG community.
TD Live offers an opportunity to connect with leading voices in ELT, explore fresh perspectives, and engage in meaningful discussions on teacher development.
đź“… Sunday 26 July
đź•‘ 14:00 UK time
This event is exclusive to TDSIG members.
We look forward to seeing you there!

: Have you listened to Developod ep 72 yet?In this episode, Helen and Caroline Door talk about her journey from educati...
21/07/2026

: Have you listened to Developod ep 72 yet?
In this episode, Helen and Caroline Door talk about her journey from education marketing to teaching English. At the IATEFL 2026 conference in Brighton, she presented on managing young learners' sensory needs, drawing from personal experiences and research. Caroline highlights the importance of addressing sensory factors like light and temperature to improve learning environments. She emphasises the supportive atmosphere at IATEFL, which helped her overcome initial anxieties. Caroline also discusses the ethical use of AI in education and her interest in peace pedagogy. She encourages others to present at IATEFL and recommends the mentorship programme for first-time speakers.
https://tdsig.org/developod-tdsigs-podcast/
Available in all the Podcast places! 📲🎧

Developod Episode 72 is out!In this episode, Helen and Caroline Door talk about her journey from education marketing to ...
07/07/2026

Developod Episode 72 is out!
In this episode, Helen and Caroline Door talk about her journey from education marketing to teaching English. At the IATEFL 2026 conference in Brighton, she presented on managing young learners' sensory needs, drawing from personal experiences and research. Caroline highlights the importance of addressing sensory factors like light and temperature to improve learning environments. She emphasises the supportive atmosphere at IATEFL, which helped her overcome initial anxieties. Caroline also discusses the ethical use of AI in education and her interest in peace pedagogy. She encourages others to present at IATEFL and recommends the mentorship programme for first-time speakers.
https://tdsig.org/developod-tdsigs-podcast/
Available in all the Podcast places! 📲🎧

“Growth is not linear — it’s layered.”Every experience adds a layer to your practice, even when progress feels uneven.Te...
06/07/2026

“Growth is not linear — it’s layered.”
Every experience adds a layer to your practice, even when progress feels uneven.
Tell us below ⬇️
What layer of growth are you building right now?

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