Teacher's Coffee with George Kokolas & Virginia Dooley Teacher's Coffee

Meet Antoine Marcq—an expert in Intercultural Communication and Professional Development!

Learn more about the complexities of communication across different cultures and how EFL/ ESL teachers can excel in this realm!

Meet Gustavo González - a teacher trainer dedicated to sharing the impact of creating a positive emotional environment in the classroom.



Learn more about:

- The transformative power of music in education.

- How to use videos in class to deepen students' understanding.

- Innovative approaches to integrating digital tools while maintaining a healthy balance with traditional teaching methods.

- Practical strategies for fostering student engagement in any subject.

This special episode is more like an exclusive glimpse into #IATEFL2024!

Join us for a captivating episode featuring insights from top speakers and ELT experts! Featuring Dorothy Zemach, John Hird, Boelo van der Pool, Sarah Smith, Thom Jones, Rob Howard, Vicky Samuel, Armanda Stroia, Daniel Xerri, Elona Kolaj, Penny Hands, Susana Galante and our author, Jenny Dooley.

Meet Sanja Conjagic—a passionate educator and language school owner with an inspiring career journey!

In this episode, we learn more about:

-The career-boosting benefits of participating in
professional associations, such as ELTA Serbia.

-Fostering regional collaboration in education through the Verbalists Education & Language Network and Education Beyond Borders.

From riding waves to teaching English!

Meet Jack Dougall, a professional surfer who switched
careers to become an English Teacher!

Laxman Gnawali, President of NELTA (Nepal English Language Teaching Association), reflects on the unique landscape of English language learning in Nepal, including the motivations driving learners, the challenges faced by educators, and potential changes in ELT.