If You’re in My Country, You Should Behave Like Me” – Why This Mindset Still Holds Us Back

Sounds familiar? It’s an idea that has shaped immigration policies, social norms, and even classrooms. But here’s the thing: Expecting cultural uniformity isn’t just outdated—it’s fundamentally wrong. A Conversation That Flips the Script On the latest Teacher Talking Time podcast, I had the honor of having an insightful conversation with Dr. Angelica Galante to discuss […]

What Are the Key Ingredients of Second Language Acquisition?

I never thought stepping away from digital distractions would lead me back to the kitchen.  But as I started enjoying cooking more, something clicked.  And I realized this while chopping onions last night (eyes watering from both the onions and the epiphany 😉): Every great dish has a few essential ingredients. And so does learning […]

What Matters More: Teaching Methods or Human Connection?

“Success depends less on materials, techniques, and linguistic analyses, and more on what goes inside and between the people in the classroom.” If you’ve been to a session on Dogme ELT, teaching unplugged, or reactive teaching, chances are you’ve heard this quote before. After all, it is present in every session, workshop, or it is […]

Is Being a Native Speaker a Vaccine for Good Pronunciation?

For a very long time, many language learners have incorrectly believed that the key to mastering pronunciation is having a native-speaking teacher. If you think about it, it sounds logical: if you want to sound like a native, learn from a native. But as pronunciation expert John Levis bluntly puts it: “Native teachers can be […]