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How to English TEFL Podcast

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How Do Teachers Handle Criticism, Tricky Grammar and Lesson Endings? S07E19

October 23, 2026 · 28 min

What do we do when feedback stings, a grammar sentence stops us in our tracks or the lesson ends before we've wrapped things up? In this episode, we explore three very familiar teaching moments. Gav tends to apologise first when a learner…
How Much Fun Is Too Much in the English Classroom? - S07E02

October 23, 2026 · 33 min

Can an English lesson be too much fun? A classroom game might be exciting for some students and stressful for others. So how do we keep lessons enjoyable while giving everyone time to think and learn?Join us, Gav & Em, as we explore…
Why Do Students Stop Using Coursebooks? Teaching Lessons, AI & Goodbyes – S07E18

October 9, 2026 · 32 min

Why do students ask for a coursebook at the start of a course, then a few weeks later ask if they can just talk instead? In S07E18 of How to English: Teach & Learn with Gav & Em, we look at why learners can lose interest in coursebooks and…
How Can You Stay Motivated and Confident Learning English? Year-End Special – S03E25

October 9, 2026 · 39 min

What helps you keep learning English when your confidence takes a dip? A little encouragement, somewhere comfortable to practise and a reminder that you’re already doing something impressive! In this episode of How to English with Gav &…
What to do when a Grammar Lesson Goes Wrong - S07E17

September 25, 2026 · 29 min

What should you do when a grammar lesson starts falling apart? Stick rigidly to your plan, stop and reset, or follow the language your students are actually producing? In S07E17 of the How to English TEFL Podcast, Gav and Em discuss the…

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How do you teach English to one-to-one students? And giving private English lessons? - S01E19

September 25, 2026 · 25 min

Why can teaching just one English learner feel more demanding than teaching a whole class? Join us, Gav & Em, as we explore the rewards, challenges and everyday realities of one-to-one English lessons. Private lessons give us space to…
How Should English Teachers Check Answers, Pronounce Names & Stay Motivated? | TEFL Tips – S07E16

September 11, 2026 · 36 min

Why are your students learning English? How should teachers check answers without wasting lesson time? And what should you do when you have no idea how to pronounce a new student’s name? In S07E16 of the How to English TEFL Podcast, Gav…
Is Your Lesson Becoming the Teacher Show? | How to English TEFL Podcast - S07E15

August 28, 2026 · 33 min

How much should a teacher actually talk in an English lesson — and when should they simply get out of the way? In S07E15, Gav and Em discuss what teachers really do in the classroom (and what they don’t!). We explore whether a lesson…
Should TEFL Teachers Use the Teacher’s Book? Do Students Really Learn Grammar? | Gav & Em Answer Your TEFL Questions – S07E14

August 14, 2026 · 34 min

In this episode, Gav and Em tackle the real questions TEFL teachers ask every day: What exactly is a student’s book supposed to do? Is the teacher’s book worth using — or is it overwhelming? How do you fix confusing coursebook tasks? Do…
Speak with Confidence: The Mindset Every TEFL Teacher Needs | Helen von Dadelszen - S07E13

July 31, 2026 · 29 min

Build Real Speaking Confidence with Helen von Dadelszen | TEFL Tips, Communication Skills & Classroom Courage How can teachers and English learners become more confident speakers without waiting until they suddenly feel ready? In this…
Will AI Replace English Teachers? The Future of TEFL - S07E12

July 17, 2026 · 29 min

Will AI replace English teachers? What can human TEFL teachers offer in a world of AI tutors, language-learning apps and instant translation? In S07E12 of How to English TEFL Podcast, Gav and Em discuss how artificial intelligence is…
English Teaching Tips: Correcting Student Mistakes, Lesson Efficiency & Common Errors -TEFL - S07E11

July 3, 2026 · 33 min

How can English teachers make lessons more efficient? When should you correct a student’s mistakes? And what do you say when a learner responds, “But you understand me, though?” In S07E11 of the How to English TEFL Podcast, Gav and Em…

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About the show

How to English TEFL Podcast is hosted by Gav & Em, two English teachers with 40+ years of combined teaching experience around the world. We explore real questions from English teaching and learning, including lesson planning, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, confidence, Business English, classroom management, technology and more. Expect practical TEFL ideas, honest classroom stories and different perspectives from two teachers who don't always agree on the best way to teach. Listen, learn and teach with Gav & Em.