7 Science-Inspired Strategies for the ELT Classroom
Elżbieta Rzeszutko
Summary
This session presents seven practical, science-backed strategies to transform English language learning. Drawing on cognitive science, pedagogy, and educational psychology, it explores incremental learning, prepared environments, and fostering out-of-the-box thinking. Participants will also learn how to integrate language and life skills across the curriculum, leverage technology to meet diverse proficiency levels, and build a collaborative teaching culture by encouraging peer support. These takeaways offer educators clear, adaptable methods to empower learners, enhance classroom dynamics, and promote sustainable language acquisition—ideal for varied contexts and age groups. Walk away with actionable ideas you can use tomorrow.
Biodata
Head of R&D at Yellow House Education, with an MSc and BSc in Computer Technologies. Experienced in developing English language learning tools. Passionate about language and education, both professionally and personally - raising two children in an intentionally bilingual environment.
Presentation Details
Type of presentation: Talk
The presentation is for: General audience
The presentation focuses on: Various
The session is: A balanced mixture of theory and practice
Category: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, including Catering for Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Presentation is commercial: No
Speaking on behalf of a publisher, examination board, or commercial organisation? Yes, The speech presents findings from projects funded by the National Centre for R&D, with YHE as one of the beneficiaries.
Scheduled for
Date: Sunday, 2025-09-21, 12:50 - 13:20
Place: 102