Writing: Fear and Loathing in the Classroom

by Alexander Makarios Each and every time EFL learners hear the word “writing” a number of grim thoughts suddenly crop up in their minds.– Teachers know that, better than anyone else – even the learners themselves. Imagine the following scenario: You have  planned a perfectly staged lesson, have brought in imaginative realia,  and your  learners […]

The Usual Suspects

This blogpost is addressed to my own locale, teachers in Greece.  If it looks like an attempt to influence people, you are right, it is!  Some of the comments may be true of other places on the globe – wherever you are, I would love to read your comments! Who they are The “Usual Suspects” […]