Personally, I like to learn, although I don't really like being taught.

No, it sadly wasn't me who said it, Winston Churchill did. Yet, I'm sure these very words resonate with you just as much as they do with me, and resonate in a hurtful, sad way. Ironically, chances are most of you, dear readers, are, just like me, first of all a teacher, by profession, and/or vocation. Are we then, according to Churchill, doomed to an eternity of people disliking us for what we do, teach?

Not when you make your teaching about learning, and this is exactly my agenda for this blog and my professional life.

When I am to create a bio/ a profile, I always have the urge to write 'a keen learner', rather than mention my experience as a teacher. It is the culture of learning that I long for, root for and subscribe to. A learner-centered, brain-friendly environment that nourishes motivation, enthusiasm, autonomy, responsibility and the joy of academic discovery and personal growth.

Baby steps, by the day, I strive to become less of a 'sage on the stage', more of 'a guide on the side' for my students. I've explored many paths, methods and ideas to promote a culture of learning. Obviously there are still more to discover and embrace, but so far I'd like to concentrate on some that proved successful for me- namely public speaking, debating, critical thinking, visual thinking, ed tech and some more. These are the areas this blog will address to promote a culture of learning.

I'd be honoured if you decided walk the walk with me.

And maybe buy me coffee if like the content? Thank You!

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HONY, honey:)

There is a book, fb page, lots of articles, videos, interviews, lesson ideas on HONY- Humans of New York, and now there is also my extensive lesson plan-... Never heard of it? Humans of New York (HONY) is a popular photography project and storytelling blog created in 2010 by Brandon Stanton. It started as a simple goal to photograph 10,000 people living in New York City, but evolved into a powerful collection of portraits and personal stories. Each photo is paired with a short interview or quote that reveals intimate, honest, and often surprising details about the subject's life. Over time, the project expanded beyond New York to include stories from many countries, covering diverse experiences and social issues. HONY offers a unique window into the lives of everyday people, encouraging empathy and understanding through storytelling. Interested? Check out this handout for reading, listening, writing and speaking ideas. Just a side note, ...

Have yourself a "less-is-more" Christmas....

Every year, the same film plays on repeat. Black Friday hits, and people who swore they were “cutting back this year” are suddenly refreshing carts at midnight, chasing countdown timers and “only 3 left!” banners. This was the starting point for my minimalism lesson: if students are already swimming in Black Friday ads and Christmas wish lists, why not turn that chaos into something reflective and language‑rich? The heart of the plan is a “Less Is More” advent calendar that runs parallel to the shopping season. While the outside world shouts “Buy! Hurry! More!”, students open a different kind of window each day: deleting unused apps, clearing one surface, designing an experience gift instead of buying another object. Each task comes with a guided question and a pair of chunky expressions to use in a short English reflection, so language development and behaviour change grow together. In this handout Black Friday and Christmas haven’t disappeared, but the spell is weake...

Dead Poets Society Lesson

“ Let’s watch a movie! ” We’ve all been there- usually on a rainy Tuesday when the caffeine is failing and the class morale needs a jumpstart. However, we know the "movie day" stigma. A film is only a great lesson if the actual learning matches the energy of the screen. For my money, there is no better choice than Dead Poets Society. It is the ultimate catalyst for talking about the big stuff: identity, rebellion, and the purpose of education. I’ve mapped out a series of lessons that go way beyond just "watching." We’re talking: • Silent Discussions (for the deep thinkers) • Film Review Writing • A Mock Trial of Mr. Keating Carpe Diem! Check out the full plan below and let me know what you think DeadPoetsSocietyLessonPlan Just a side note, hope you don’t mind...... If you like my content, maybe you would like to support me and buy me coffee ? Also, you might want to check other materials I create for the English Bilingual Secondary Classes (C1) - I am sure som...

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