Teaching English Today- The 4 Cs and beyond

Louise Carleton-Gertsch
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We’ve all heard of the 4 Cs – collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, communication –, but what if there were other key skills and qualities? What about the power of curiosity, the value of empathy and the need for grit? Join me – and my guests – as we delve into these core skills in this podcast series and work out just what their importance is for students of English.

  1. Episode 45: Adapting to change

    SEP 24

    Episode 45: Adapting to change

    Today, organisations are increasingly looking for adaptable and resilient employees who are able to navigate uncertainty and change. In this episode we’ll be looking at the similarities and differences between adaptability and resilience, which other skills and competencies are linked to them, the characteristics and behaviours of stress-resilient leaders and the importance of psychological safety for both. Listen in to also find out what we can do to foster this in the English-speaking classroom.

    19 min
  2. Episode 44: Attention in the digital age

    AUG 20

    Episode 44: Attention in the digital age

    Do you suffer from brain rot? Why are our attention spans shrinking - to what extent does digital technology play a role? In this episode we'll be looking at different forms of attention, some practical ways we can regain control, as well as a few ideas for students. Tune in to find out more!

    21 min
  3. Episode 43: Dealing with ambiguity

    JUN 19

    Episode 43: Dealing with ambiguity

    Tolerance for ambiguity is a crucial skill for navigating the complexities and uncertainties of the modern world, as well as being key for innovation. In this episode we'll be looking at different ways people deal with ambiguity, how we can develop our tolerance for it, and some practical ideas for how it can be fostered in the English-speaking classroom.

    16 min
  4. Episode 42: Critical engagement with social media

    MAY 21

    Episode 42: Critical engagement with social media

    Attention has become a valuable commodity, especially on social media platforms that use sophisticated algorithms designed to keep us hooked. In this episode we'll be looking at why this is especially challenging for young people, whether all screen time is created equal, and what we can do in the classroom to help students think more critically about how they use social media.

    18 min
  5. Episode 41: The climate crisis & the need for agency

    APR 23

    Episode 41: The climate crisis & the need for agency

    Today, the climate crisis is fundamentally reshaping the planet. And it is the younger and future generations that will bear the brunt of this. In this episode we will be looking at how we need to help young people develop a global mindset as well as agency - in its different modes - to be able to face the challenges ahead.

    16 min
  6. Episode 40: Learning to ask better questions

    MAR 26

    Episode 40: Learning to ask better questions

    Most of us don’t ask enough questions, good questions. This is not only central for effective communication but also critical and creative thinking. In this episode we’ll be looking at different types of questions, how we can learn to ask better questions, and importantly, what can be done to further this in the classroom. Listen in to find out more!

    16 min
  7. Episode 39: Using AI: Let’s not outsource our thinking!

    FEB 26

    Episode 39: Using AI: Let’s not outsource our thinking!

    Whether at the BETT show or the International Day of Education, AI is a hot topic right now. It’s no longer coming, it’s here and changing how we teach and learn. Listen in to find out how we can help students navigate AI without losing their critical thinking skills or agency, why AI literacy and search literacy are essential, the importance of understanding how students use AI, as well as why we need to focus on the process not just the end product.

    14 min
  8. Episode 38: The power of self-awareness

    12/25/2024

    Episode 38: The power of self-awareness

    Self-awareness is a core component of emotional intelligence - yet most of us overestimate how self-aware we truly are. In this episode we’ll explore what self-awareness is, how it affects us and our work, the importance of changing the questions we ask ourselves, and what students can do to improve their selfawareness to influence their learning outcomes.

    17 min
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We’ve all heard of the 4 Cs – collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, communication –, but what if there were other key skills and qualities? What about the power of curiosity, the value of empathy and the need for grit? Join me – and my guests – as we delve into these core skills in this podcast series and work out just what their importance is for students of English.

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