DEVELOPOD - The IATEFL TDSIG Podcast

DEVELOPOD - The IATEFL TDSIG Podcast

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Episode 75: Developod Episode 75 - Seeing ELT teachers as social enablers with Leandra Dias Meddings

In this episode, Helen talks to Leandra Dias Meddings, who reflects on her 25-year ELT career from classroom teaching to teacher training, materials writing, and academic management, exploring her journey from rigid, anxiety-driven teaching to a flexible, learner-centred approach ...  Show more

Episode 74: Developod Episode 74 - Adventure and connection in ELT with Rose Aylett

In this episode, Helen talks to Rose Aylett, who reflects on her 20-year journey in ELT, from teaching and management to training and freelance work. She shares how critical pedagogy, global citizenship, and critical literacy have shaped her practice, and explores the importance ...  Show more

Episode 73: Developod Episode 73 - Building the profession we want with Rachael Roberts

In this episode, Sinem and Rachael Roberts, a seasoned ELT professional with over 30 years of experience, discussed her career evolution from classroom teaching to teacher training, academic management, and materials writing. Rachael highlighted the complexity of language educati ...  Show more

Episode 72: Developod Episode 72 - Experiencing IATEFL 2026 with first-time attendee & presenter YL SEN teacher Caroline Door

In this episode, Helen and Caroline Door talk about her journey from education marketing to teaching English. At the IATEFL 2026 conference in Brighton, she presented on managing young learners' sensory needs, drawing from personal experiences and research. Caroline highlights th ...  Show more

Episode 71: Developod Episode 71 - Musings/Reflections on IATEFL 2026 and professional development: key takeaways with Natalia Wright

In this episode, Helen talks with Natalia Wright, an experienced ELT practitioner and academic with over 30 years in the field, outlining her professional journey and key influences. Natalia completed her BA in 1990, later earning an MA from the University of Chichester and a doc ...  Show more