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My guest was pronunciation specialist, teacher, and teacher trainer, Gemma Archer. We talked about teaching pronunciation in English language teaching, including discussion about how to approach regional and foreign accents, and the Lingua Franca Core.

Listen here to the insights into what it means and feels like to be an educator teaching abroad. Mai Khan shares her professional reflections on challenges and opportunities that have come her way. 

Chris Sibbald shares his story of how counselling and coaching helped him improve his wellbeing after burnout affected him twice during a 20-year teaching career. He talks about the signs to look out for and the importance of seeking help from others, as well as some great tips and quick wins that are easy to put in place which would make a big difference to staff in all schools, particularly around how we can build supportive connection with colleagues.

My guest this week is Sebastian St John, Principal of the Falkland Islands Community School. We discuss the role and purpose of a school in this unique location. 

James Heneghan left the UK education system far behind in 2008 and began working in a secondary setting in New Zealand where schools are some of the most decentralised in the world. Join Sophie and James in their exploration of autonomy in both the UK and NZ systems as they discuss and compare the two very different approaches.

Tod and Morgan speak with guest Cat Chowdhary about getting ready for 2024-25 school year, while we have some gained time, good perspective and fresh feedback. Whether starting a new role, moving to a new school or getting ahead so you can enjoy your summer, how can we strategically be proactive?