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@eltexperiences.bsky.social

Assistant Professor at Woosong University and SolBridge College in South Korea YouTube Creator: www.youtube.com/@eltexperiences

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How to Use Newspapers in Online and Offline Classes | Free Lesson Plan for Channel Members
YouTube video by ELT Experiences How to Use Newspapers in Online and Offline Classes | Free Lesson Plan for Channel Members

If you have ever wanted to incorporate newspapers into your English lessons but unsure how, I share five lesson activities which you can incorporate into your online of offline classes immediately.

youtu.be/-9AkZIWnI-s

03.08.2025 12:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
25-Minute Trial Lesson Template for Online English Teachers (Free Slides for Channel Members)
YouTube video by ELT Experiences 25-Minute Trial Lesson Template for Online English Teachers (Free Slides for Channel Members)

25-Minute Trial Lesson Template for Online English Teachers (Free Slides for Channel Members)

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28.07.2025 15:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Complete Guide to Creating an Online Teacher IntroductionΒ Video For anyone who is wanting to teach English online, whether you are going to be teaching independently or for a platform, you will be required to create an introduction video. It can sometimes be a little overwhelming if you are unsure how best to create one, but in this post I will share the ultimate guide to creating an online teacher introduction video.

Complete Guide to Creating an Online Teacher IntroductionΒ Video

For anyone who is wanting to teach English online, whether you are going to be teaching independently or for a platform, you will be required to create an introduction video. It can sometimes be a little overwhelming if you are unsure…

22.07.2025 11:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Which one is which? πŸ˜ƒ

16.07.2025 14:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Twenty Influential English Teacher Websites to Watch inΒ 2025 Teaching English can be a thoroughly rewarding experience, which is why I have been involved in this profession for quite a while now. It obviously becomes natural for any professional educators to share websites that have guided their teaching and as I approach my 20th anniversary teaching English to international students, it seems fitting to share twenty influential English teacher websites to access in 2025.

Teaching English can be a thoroughly rewarding experience, which is why I have been involved in this profession for quite a while now. As I approach my 20th anniversary teaching English, it seems fitting to share 20 English teaching websites.

16.07.2025 14:24 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The Ultimate Online Teaching Setup: Top Tools & Tech forΒ Educators The COVID-19 pandemic suddenly changed the teaching landscape, with many educators being forced to deliver lessons and courses online. To be honest, I cannot believe it was over five years ago since the pandemic. As many educators were forced to become accustomed to online teaching, despite their lack of experience, remote online education has gained recognition as a credible and respected alternative to face-to-face teaching.

Many teachers deliver online lessons and it is important to have the right tech and this guide looks at the ultimate online teaching set-up with the right tech.

09.07.2025 16:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Ten Essential Books All New English TeachersΒ Need What ten books do you think are essential for English language teachers? Read on to find out! When I first started teaching English in South Korea, back in 2005, I was unaware of teaching material. It was during a period when teaching in South Korea required the use of an undergraduate degree in any subject, a passport from a choice of English speaking countries (dictated no less by the Ministry of Education and the Korean authorities), and a passion to educate.

What do you think are essential teacher books that all teachers need? In this post, I share ten publications for English language teachers.

07.07.2025 19:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
TEC - The Summer 2025 Issue Now Online | KoreaTESOL

I'm happy to see that More Than a Gap Year Adventure has been reviewed in another publication. You can find the review written by Christopher Miller (plus a short interview with
@eltexperiences.bsky.social
) in the latest issue of 'The English Connection'.

koreatesol.org/content/tec-...

04.07.2025 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Are you British or American English?

18.05.2025 00:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Is Teaching on Preply Worth It in 2025? | Honest Tutor Review + Step-by-Step Guide
YouTube video by ELT Experiences Is Teaching on Preply Worth It in 2025? | Honest Tutor Review + Step-by-Step Guide

Is Teaching on Preply Worth It in 2025? | Honest Tutor Review + Step-by-Step Guide

I’ve a new video out now where I consider whether Preply is ideal as a platform after four years of teaching on it.

youtu.be/pXH_Ivrz2Qg

25.04.2025 21:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I was returning home yesterday afternoon and was greeted to much waving and bowing. It’s the local elections here in Daejeon, and perhaps Korea. Quite unique and unlike anything I’ve seen in the U.K.

01.04.2025 22:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Six Day Trip to Japan with Family
YouTube video by ELT Experiences Six Day Trip to Japan with Family

Six Day Trip to Japan with Family

youtu.be/YD81YxMlChU

30.03.2025 13:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Now live on @ttradioofficial.bsky.social with @eltexperiences.bsky.social Listen in here to our discussion about video and education: www.ttradio.org/listen-live

16.03.2025 13:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Teachers Talk Radio announcement

Teachers Talk Radio announcement

Come and join me and @eltexperiences.bsky.social on Sunday (13:00 UK time) for a conversation about #education and #video on @ttradioofficial.bsky.social. Listen live here: www.ttradio.org/listen-live

14.03.2025 12:50 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I had a wonderful time in Japan with my parents a month or so ago. I’ll be sharing a video of my travels soon but a word of caution … it’s a long video. Potentially my longest video that I’ve edited so far for YouTube.

12.03.2025 13:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In two months, KOTESOL will be holding their largest event of the year - the International Conference. Make sure you save the date and see you there if you can make it!

10.03.2025 22:57 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Last night, I went out for a Japanese style meal with my good wife. It was flaming delicious.

14.01.2025 23:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In Seoul today to meet up with some peeps and edit a video. Great fun.

11.01.2025 15:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

That’s amazing. I’ll have to find this and share with my students. Funnily enough we looked at Wales and the different places to visit as well as the patron saint. πŸ˜ƒ

09.01.2025 08:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This afternoon, I got my students to work on a weekly project to plan a trip to the U.K., and each afternoon we look at a particular country of the U.K.. I’m looking forward to seeing their pamphlet next week.

09.01.2025 07:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
How Much YouTube Paid Me In 2024 / Click To Find Out
YouTube video by ELT Experiences How Much YouTube Paid Me In 2024 / Click To Find Out

I started my YouTube channel back in 2012 when I wanted to document one of my experimental teaching practices for my MA. Fast forward to 2025, and I still make videos.

However, after many years, I became monetised, but how much do I get paid?

youtu.be/N7tPv8ekpRI

05.01.2025 02:47 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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At the beginning of 2024, one my aims was for my YouTube Channel to get to 20,000 subscribers by the end of the year. It was tough but doable and I eventually achieved it with a few days to spare.

If you haven’t subscribed, then feel free to do so: www.youtube.com/eltexperiences.

29.12.2024 00:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I grew up Danny Boyle's "28 Days Later" and loved it. I can't wait for his latest instalment of "28 Years Later" and watching the trailer, I wonder if Cillian Murphy is the person hanging upside down as it has the protagonist's name (Jim(my)) from "28 Days Later".

12.12.2024 08:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The Definitive Guide to Teaching English Online in 2025
YouTube video by ELT Experiences The Definitive Guide to Teaching English Online in 2025

In just over 30 minutes, I have a new video looking at what to consider if you are interested in teaching English online in 2025. If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

youtu.be/Anu5-yMaZDc

#EnglishTeaching #OnlineEnglish #OnlineEnglishTutor

09.12.2024 08:21 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Yep. Woke up to a load of messages from friends from Europe. I only learnt about this when checking the news.

06.12.2024 00:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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I had a great weekend attending the local KOTESOL Thanksgiving Symposium. So many great speakers and attendees, and very well organised. The whole event was related to reflection. #KoreaTESOL #ELT #CPD

02.12.2024 23:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Choose 20 books on #education that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order.
Day #2
#BookSky
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#Books
#BookChallenge
#20daybookchallenge
#edubookchallenge

28.11.2024 11:55 β€” πŸ‘ 18    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 0

This was the book that inspired me to focus my MA thesis on Dogme ELT / teaching unplugged. It was amazing to research and interview teachers about this philosophy of teaching in 2011.

28.11.2024 22:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The first sign of Christmas has arrived this morning in South Korea, with a light dusting of snow this morning. I certainly had to wrap up as I left home this morning as it felt incredibly cold.

Now I don’t feel so displeased when hearing the festive songs being played. Bring it on Mariah Carey!

27.11.2024 02:13 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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