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Maria Stefanidou

Maria is a DELTA qualified English teacher and freelance teacher trainer. She holds a Master’s degree in TEFL and has been in ELT for over 15 years, working with students and teachers in different learning contexts and countries. Maria is interested in the intercultural dimension of language teaching, and her academic background in Sociology has provided her with valuable insights into this area.

Donya Estafanous

Donya Estafanous is an Exam Support Manager and creates resources and training materials to support teachers preparing learners for Cambridge English Qualifications. She has trained teachers and taught adults and young learners in the UK, Spain and Malaysia.

Peter Lucantoni

Peter has had a long career in English language teaching, teacher training and management, in Europe and the Middle East, and is now based in Cyprus. He is the author and co-author of a range of popular course books for students, including Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language, and Introduction to English as a Second Language, both published by Cambridge University Press. Peter is Professional Learning and Development Manager for Cambridge University Press in the MENA region, and regularly speaks at ELT conferences and trains teachers internationally in both the public and private sectors. Peter’s interests are in teacher learning and development, and in the transition from teacher to teacher educator.

Charles Stewart

Charles has been working in the ELT field since 2011, teaching ESL, speaking at various ELT conferences and writing and delivering teacher training around the world. Throughout his teaching career, Charles has been fortunate to teach all levels, both young learners and adults. However, over the
last several years, his focus has been drawn more towards teaching young learners, both general English for Primary ages, and exam preparation classes for secondary students. Consequently, Charles is heavily involved in the Young Learners Department at the British Council in Prague, where he currently lives and works, and teaches Exam preparation at a local Czech Gymnasium (High School).

Benjamin Herbert

Ben is a Professional Learning and Development Specialist for Cambridge University Press and Assessment and is based in Prague. He has trained teachers and spoken at conferences in various countries and has taught in different contexts for over 14 years in the Czech Republic, Jordan, Libya, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia. Ben has worked as a Cambridge CELTA Main Course Tutor, is DELTA-qualified, and is currently studying materials development as part of his MA in Professional Development for Language Education.

Matt Ellman

Matthew Ellman works in the Insight Application team at Cambridge, designing and delivering training for teachers, institutions and Ministries of Education around the world. He has worked as a teacher and trainer in the UK, Spain and Malaysia, and has delivered courses, workshops and talks in a further 30 countries. Matthew’s research into teacher education won the British Council’s MA Dissertation Award at the 2018 ELTons, and he is co-author of From Teacher to Trainer, published by Cambridge University Press in 2022 and shortlisted for the 2024 ELTons.

9.05 – 9.50 How to get the most from every moment of learning: Integrated Learning and Assessment

How to get the most from every moment of learning: Integrated Learning and Assessment

Mathew Ellman

9.05 - 9.50 UK Time

Providing evidence of progress and actionable feedback are the best ways to help learners succeed. These teaching skills are at the heart of integrated learning and assessment (ILA), Cambridge's approach to teaching and learning. In this session we'll explore what ILA is, how it can benefit you and your learners, and what you can do to start bringing it into your own classroom.

9.55 – 10.40 Making learning visible in the primary classroom

Making learning visible in the primary classroom

Donya Estafanous

9.55 – 10.40 UK Time

When learners feel that they are making progress, they are more engaged in their learning and more motivated to keep doing the work, even when it gets difficult. But how can you show them that they are learning? In this session, we'll look at practical ideas for making learning visible in the primary classroom as part of an integrated learning and assessment approach, with examples from Cambridge Primary Path and Power Up.

10.45 – 11.30 Going Beyond Correction: Enhancing Learning through Peer Feedback and Self-Assessment

Going Beyond Correction: Enhancing Learning through Peer Feedback and Self-Assessment

Maria Stefanidou

10.45 - 11.30 UK Time

Providing learners with feedback is crucial in helping them to succeed. The most common type of feedback given by most teachers in most classrooms is corrective feedback. Although this type of feedback is important, it doesn't always actively engage learners in the learning process. In this webinar, we will look at how peer feedback and self-assessment procedures empower students to take ownership of their learning, turning the teen classroom into a dynamic, student-centered learning environment. We will explore practical strategies and feedback techniques as part of an integrated learning and assessment approach (ILA), with examples from Cambridge Think and Own it!.

11.30 – 12.15 How to personalise your lessons

How to personalise your lessons

Peter Lucantoni

11.30 - 12.15 UK Time

Students learn best and are most engaged when their lessons meet their interests, preferences and abilities. But how can you personalise learning without spending too long preparing your lessons? In this session, we’ll look at the benefits of personalisation, see some practical tips for making learning more personalised in your classroom, and find out how Cambridge tools can offer greater personalisation through our Cambridge One platform.

12.20 – 13.05 Navigating Cambridge English Qualifications Digital for all learners

Navigating Cambridge English Qualifications Digital for all learners

Benjamin Herbert and Charles Stewart

12.20 - 13.05 UK Time

In this session, we’ll cover the key features, benefits, and structure for our Cambridge English Qualifications Digital (from A2 Key up to C2 Proficiency) and our new Cambridge English Qualifications Digital for young learners (Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers). Whether you're new to digital exams or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide valuable insights, as well as teaching and promotional resources, to help you navigate the transition with confidence.

Online conference

Regional event

Our regional Cambridge Day is a free online conference for teachers from the UK, Central and Eastern Europe, Southern Europe, Türkiye, the Middle East and Africa. After the conference, you will receive a certificate of attendance and a follow-up email with the recordings and useful resources. After you submit our registration form, we will send you a Zoom message with your Zoom link. It's easy to join our online Cambridge Day - the same link will give you access to all the conference sessions. We look forward to meeting you online on Saturday, 8th March 2025. See you there!

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