Louise Carleton-Gertsch

Teaching English Today- The 4 Cs and beyond

Education DE ↓ 52 episodes

We’ve all heard of the 4 Cs – collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, communication –, but what if there were other key skills and qualities? What about the power of curiosity, the value of empathy and the need for grit? Join me – and my guests – as we delve into these core skills in this podcast series and work out just what their importance is for students of English.

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Louise Carleton-Gertsch

Episodes

Episode 2: It all begins with curiosity 08.04.2021 18:24

As humans, we are driven by curiosity, the urge to answer the question why. But why is this? What does research tell us about its importance for learning? What can we do to create an environment that fosters curiosity? And what are some of the consequences for teaching English? Come and join me to find out more!

Episode 1: Introducing the 4 Cs 11.03.2021 14:53

Who came up with the idea for the 4 Cs? Why are they so important for today’s students? Which other skills and qualities will they need? And how does this all inform English teaching today? Come and join me as we explore the answers in this inaugural podcast in the series Learning English Today – the 4 Cs and beyond!