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Gerald Smith
Gerald Smith is an EL teacher, journalist and occasional poet. Originally from Texas, he now lives on a houseboat in Glasgow, Scotland with his partner and their two kittens.
Posts by Gerald
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January 31, 2023
How to Stand Out on Teacher Marketplace Platforms
Tutor marketplaces can be scary places for both veteran and new teachers. With hundreds of profiles, it can be hard to stand out on English teaching platforms. Let’s take a... -
September 19, 2022
Teaching English Pronunciation: How to Teach the IPA Chart
The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is an invaluable tool when teaching English pronunciation and listening, but many teachers struggle with how to teach the IPA chart. We’ll answer the question,... -
August 10, 2022
How English Tutor Marketplaces Are Continuing to Evolve
Whether you are an independent online tutor, an ESL/EFL teacher at a language school or a language school owner or manager, a good grasp of ELT marketplaces is essential for... -
June 11, 2022
What Is Reflective Teaching and Why Is It Important?
If you feel that your teaching is becoming a bit stale or you’re unsure of a lesson’s effectiveness, reflective teaching is the best way to regain your confidence and interest... -
June 10, 2022
IATEFL CONFERENCE 2022
Everyone eagerly put real faces to names they knew only from Zoom calls or Linkedin. Walking into the hall of the 55th International Association of Teachers of English as a...