Lecturer in English Language Teaching Methodology
School of Teacher Education for English Didactics,Institute of Secondary Education I and II
Professional and Teacher Education Focus and at the PH FHNW
- Teaching Oracy and Literacy
- Evaluation, Assessment and Testing
- CLIL
- Learner Autonomy and Creativity
- Action Research
- Mentor for both Bachelor’s and Master’s Students
- Organiser of English Language Courses in the UK
Profile
I moved to Switzerland in 2000 where I continued my ELT career. Having realised there was still so much
to learn, I decided to pursue a BA (Hons) and then a MEd in ELT from the University of Manchester. I have
taught in many different contexts (primary, secondary, tertiary and private sectors) and courses including
GE, BE, ESP, YL and the whole suite of Cambridge Exams prior to becoming a teacher trainer and educator at the FHNW.
My ELT professional and personal interests lie in effective and affective ELT approaches. Particularly, I am
interested in methodologies and approaches that embrace a more creative approach to language teaching and learning.
I am also co-ordinator for ETAS’ (English Teacher's Association Switzerland)Swiss Cantonal Teacher & Teacher Educator SIG. The aim is to create a thriving, inspirational community which unites teachers and teacher educators in the cantons of Switzerland.
Publications and Presentations
As a presenter I regularly give workshops, talks and seminars both at national and international events, presenting regularly at IATEFL.