As we all know young learners thrive on structure and routine. But how can we make these routines more likeable? In this talk you will explore a variety of engaging routines that can be used to make lessons more dynamic and enjoyable for young learners. I will introduce several activities that can be used during all the stages of a lesson. From interesting warm-ups to singing songs and playing interactive games. By the end you'll have received practical ideas and motivational tricks that are proven to work by my experience.

Anastasia has been teaching English for over seven years, and during that time, she has developed a real passion for working with Young Learners.Having made herself a teacher from an economist by getting a new degree. She believes that motivation is the driving force behind successful learning especially language. She will share her insights on creating engaging and efficient lessons for Young Learners.

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In this talk on preparation for the All-Russian Olympiad, you'll explore how it is possible to hold an Olympiad preparatory course aimed at both increasing linguistic and sociocultural competencies and developing the ability of doing a variety of the Olympiad task types and formats. By examining extracts from real preparatory courses, you'll learn to incorporate Olympiad preparation into language lessons. By the end, you'll have got a clear picture of what an Olympiad training session might look like.

Ksenia is a university teacher highly interested in work with high-level students. After joining the jury of the All-Russian Olympiad in 2019, she got immersed in the process of preparation for this linguistic competition. She has had four-year hands-on experience of working as an Olympiad coach.

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In this talk on working with kids you'll explore where to get motivation when teaching young students and to make your lessons more effective. We hope you'll glean some insights that will help you bring your students' talents to light even better!

Nataly's favorite quote is: "When you go uphill, you need to focus on the top, not on the stones under your feet".

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In this talk on teaching writing to children, you'll get some practical ideas for your lessons. You will understand how you should plan lessons so that your students can write meaningful texts (and what to do if they can't). By the end the talk you will be equipped with necessary tools to have writing lessons and you will get the ideas of how we can go further with our students' texts.

Rumiia is a teacher, a teacher-trainer and a blogger. She's been teaching English to children for more than 8 years. After years of experimenting she has chosen an eclectic approach in her teaching that combines different methods and techniques.

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In this talk, you will learn why formative assessment matters for teenagers and how it can boost their confidence. You'll explore how assessment can motivate students and serve as a valuable tool in the classroom. By the end of the talk, you'll discover practical strategies to help your students become more independent and self-assured learners.

Inga is a freelance English teacher. Inga has TKT certificates. She's been working with teenagers for more than 8 years. She finds teenage years important yet challenging. Inga's been receiving questions from peer teachers about how to work with that age because sometimes teaching teenagers feels like walking a tightrope, balancing between support and independence.

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In this talk on free ways to promote your TG channel you'll learn some not very obvious ways to promote your TG channel with no budget at all. I'll share with you some hands-on experience and a few practical tips how to attract your first readers for free.

Angela has been adventurous trying out various ways of promotion and is ready to share some valuable insights!

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In this talk, I want to sincerely share my experience from the 2023-2024 academic year when I narrowed down my niche and focused on teaching teachers. I will comment on every stage of pursuing this dream and share my ups and downs, as well as reflections on what I did right or wrong. The IWIK audience will be able to hear something that they can relate to 99%. Perhaps someone will be inspired and decide to take action in their 2024-2025!

Little did Daria know where her learning journey would take her! Looking up to amazing professionals she decided to take a scary leap and pursue a career of a teacher trainer. It's been her first year so far: Has she managed to live up to all expectations? What ripple effect has her teaching had on her students? Will she be able to stay in this niche?

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By the end of the talk you'll learn different strategies to engage beginners effectively in language practice activities and ways of dealing with their limited vocabulary. You'll also learn how to find suitable learning material or topics that are appropriate for beginners.

Nadiia's been organising speaking courses for those who studied English for less than 6 month and they chatted non-stop for 90 minutes straight! (by the way, "I wish I knew how to make my students shut up for a while" is a cool name for a talk!)

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In this talk on bookclubs, you'll explore the joys and tribulations of running your own book club. You will find out the ways to choose the books to read, to prepare the meetings, to run them & to organise post-reflecion chat sessions. By the end, you'll have acquired a step-by-step to-do list to start your own bookclub.

Ekaterina is an avid reader and a serial book club organiser, the co-host of Overbooked, an international book club, Laboratory, a Russian-speaking bookclub specialising in deep analasys of each author, Lunch Break English Book Club for People wishing to read English-language modern literature.

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In this talk on using creative writing in EFL classrooms, you will learn what creative writing is and why it is a good idea to add creative writing activities into the curriculum. You will see some examples of fun and engaging tasks and learn how to come up with prompts that will make your students use target grammar and vocabulary.

Writing her way through life, Elizaveta encourages her students to do the same. Although none of them have become a successful writer, at least not yet, they all have learned to enjoy the process and, as a bonus, have significantly improved their language skills.

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In this talk on how to fall in love with writing, you will question your teacher and learner beliefs about writing. By the end, you will be equipped with the tools allowing you to teach writing and learn to write out of love and appreciation rather than necessity.


Youla is a teacher of English with 10 years' experience, CAE and CELTA. She worked for the official Cambridge Exam preparation centre specializing in preparing students for CAE. She is a teacher trainer who gave talks at YarConf, Trendy English, Skyeng as well as more personalized workshops for teachers. Youla holds non-fiction books clubs and reading clubs. She is also a huge fan of writing. Her favorite genre is an essay, CPE Writing Part 1 in particular!

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In this talk on teaching vocabulary, you'll gain a better understanding of how our memory works. By the end, you'll have learnt some practical techniques on how to present, revise, and recycle target vocabulary.

Taisiia has passed TKT and TESOL exams. She teaches motivated and ambitious adult students, hosts a speaking club, and gives consultations to her colleagues. She finds the topic of memory and brain work fascinating, and brings her knowledge of the topic to the classroom.

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In this talk , you'll explore how to vary textbook reading activities. By examining lexical approach tips, you'll learn how to integrate new tasks and projects into your lesson planning. By the end, you'll have handy tips to avoid monotonous lessons.

Ekaterina is a huge fan of lexical approach
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In this talk you will explore what the most typical mistakes 99.9% students make in the obviously most difficult part of the exam - in essay writing. By examining real examples from my students' essays, you'll learn how to predict the mistakes while I'll share what I do to help students avoid them.

Having passed IELTS in London for 8.5, with almost no preparation, Svetlana was sure that writing is just as simple as all the other parts of the exam. Little did she know how painful it is for most of the students - to write a logical answer to an essay question

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In this talk on preparation for the DELTA Module 1 you'll see the reason for the exam to be considered one of the most challenging among all the methodological exams and why many people fail the exam one their first try. You'll also realise why DELTA Reading list doesn't help, and what 3 pillars of a successful pass are. Finally, by plunging into hands-on experience of the 'Pass with Distinction' holder, you'll get working strategies, tips and tools that help you to be ready for the exam.


Maria is a teacher and trainer and Cambridge certificates collector. She's currently teaching groups of teacher-learners and just launched DELTA Buddy Club for helping teachers to pass DELTA Module 1 on their first try. Her ultimate goal is to make DELTA exams achievable for all the exam-takers.

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In this talk you will delve into the broader aspects of exam preparation, with a focus on teenagers' mental health. I will share insights on how to create a supportive environment for students during exam periods. Additionally, I will provide practical activities and strategies for teachers to incorporate into their exam preparation routines. By the end of the talk, you will have explored the importance of addressing mental health in exam preparation and gained valuable tools to support students effectively.

Tatiana holds Bachelor and Master's degrees in teaching English and boasts over 7 years of teaching experience. Specializing in preparing teenagers for Russian state exams, she connects effortlessly with Gen Z students, fostering a supportive learning environment while implementing effective exam preparation strategies.

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In this talk you'll delve into why students often find writing the most challenging part of the CAE exam. By exploring insights from cognitive psychology we'll reveal effective strategies to overcome potential pitfalls and address common cognitive biases that can impede writing performance. By the end of the session you'll gain a practical toolkit of top tips to ensure success in the CAE writing section that can empower students to excel in their writing goals.

Irina is an avid exam geek with a particular passion for the Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) exam. Known for her expertise in CAE preparation, she delights in guiding students to master writing skills from scratch, ensuring they excel in the exam.

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In this talk, you'll delve into the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on the art of lesson preparation. By immersing yourself in a showcase of practical tools, you'll discover methods for incorporating AI into authentic lesson preparation. By the end, you will be well-equipped with the skills to utilize AI to tailor learning experiences without so much as investing extensive time in it.

Transitioning from a role as a Marketing Expert to teaching groups online after obtaining CELTA certification, Ksenia found herself working with adults. Faced with the ongoing challenge of customizing materials, she began to contemplate the art of creating lessons based on authentic materials. Thus, she has been actively exploring emerging technologies in search of unique tools to streamline the process of crafting such lessons.

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In this talk you will take a look at authentic materials from an unexpected angle. Learn how to include them into your routine without spending night on preparation. By the end of the talk you will have a clear picture of how you can enrich your teaching repertoire, explored new tools and feel more confident you provide students with a real life language.

Ksenia finished Lomonosov Moscow State University and taught in Higher School of Economics. She is teaching both English & Spanish, create learning materials and record a podcast for language enthusiasts.

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In this talk you will learn how to apply incentive problem solving techniques in teaching English in order to develop critical thinking skills and creativity of your students. By examining activities, you will learn to integrate TRIZ into your lesson on various stages and for different needs. By the end, you will have practiced converting trivia activities into creative ones and come up with some ideas of yours.


Svetlana has been teaching since 2001 trying hard to come with lazy but effective and developing techniques to boost her students creativity.

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In our fast-paced world, where we're constantly bombarded with information and juggling multiple tasks, traditional lesson delivery can feel overwhelming and disconnected from reality. Micro-learning, however, allows educators to align with the fluidity of modern life, echoing how students engage with information daily. In this talk, we will explore how micro-learning strategies optimize lesson dynamics and simplify lesson preparation without compromising quality. By the end of the talk you will have received practical suggestions on how to tweak your lesson design to enrich the learning journey for everyone involved.


Anastasia Volodina, a self-employed teacher with 7+ years of experience, specializes in teaching methodology and language to fellow educators. With CAE, IELTS C2, and IH CAM certificates, she designs tailor-made courses and blogs about classroom experiments. Currently, she's studying TESOL at University College Dublin, exploring micro-learning's impact on instructional design.

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In this talk you will explore how to enhance the learning experience for students with the help of pictures. Together we'll delve into strategies that will extract the inherent creativity from your students. By the end, you'll have a variety of exercises up your sleeve to use in the classroom.

Anna is a self-employed online English teacher, teaching groups of teens and adults General English, ESP has a creative streak and loves experimenting in the classroom offers consultations for teachers.

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In this talk I will explore the evolution of a modern teacher's role from being a sole knowledge-provider to becoming a facilitator. Through practical examples and thought-provoking questions, attendees will gain a fresh perspective on their role in the classroom. We will discover how adopting a facilitative approach enhances student engagement, fosters critical thinking, and empowers learners to take ownership of their education. By the end of this talk, participants will be equipped with actionable strategies to implement a facilitative teaching approach in their classrooms.


With a CELTA certificate and 7 years of teaching experience, Sasha holds a Bachelor's in Linguistics and an MSc from the University of Glasgow. Her passion lies in exploring group dynamics and leveraging language as a tool for connection and growth. Completing an Authentic Relating course at ART International has enriched her teaching philosophy.

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This talks reflects on my transition from one-on-one teaching to managing larger class sizes. We will delve into how feedback enhances collaboration and learner autonomy, emphasising the importance of constructive criticism for students to better self-manage their needs. Drawing from personal experiences as a cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) patient, I will also explore some techniques to strengthen teacher-student rapport. Join me as we navigate the transformative potential of feedback in educational settings, fostering an environment conducive to growth and learning.


With 14 years of teaching experience, Elizaveta is a teacherpreneur holding CPE and IELTS certificates, BA and MA in Linguistics. She authored a book about slang and is a PhD graduate in Cultural Anthropology. Her focus lies in delivering group classes to high-level students and crafting tailor-made authentic materials.

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In this talk you will recognize some of your students' behavioral patters as it comes to productive skills and cooperation. By providing you with a number techniques and activities I'll navigate you through the sea of silence in the classroom and show you how to get to the destination point keeping all the crew members aboard.

Irina is a fearless teacher who resonates your insecurities and replenishes your strengths to show how much you are capable of.

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We'll explore the power of leveraging personal experience and interests, capitalising on current trends, and delving into the wealth of knowledge that peer teachers offer. By examining real-class examples, you'll learn to craft dynamic activities that resonate with students on a deeper level. By the end, you'll get a new perspective on your own teaching practices.


Daria is an English teacher with over 5 years of experience. Currently teaching teachers (Language+Methodology course) and teenagers at the IT Academy. Holds MA in TEFL (MPSU) and Cambridge CAE. A speaker at 'IWIK' and 'Insight Teaching' conferences 2023. Blogs for teachers and language enthusiasts.

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In this talk on teaching strategies for students with dyslexia, we'll explore how to navigate the complexities of dyslexia by sharing personal experiences and analysing research. You'll be equipped with valuable tools not only to understand dyslexia, but also to actively support these students in the realm of education. By the end, you'll be well-prepared to cater to diverse learning needs.


Margarita holds a degree in speech therapy and has long aspired to have the ability to teach diverse groups. Additionally, she brings extensive experience in teaching both preschoolers and primary students, along with consulting other teachers on these matters.

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In this talk, you'll explore practical strategies and ideas aimed at empowering high-level English learners and teachers to overcome inner perfectionism. By examining real cases from my teaching practice, attendees will find out how to cultivate a more enjoyable and fulfilling journey towards language proficiency both for themselves and for their students.

Rita Antonova is an unconventional and supportive teacher of English who specialises in working with teachers and adults with high-level of English. She's been running effective CPD projects for teachers for 2 years and knows how help educators unlock the joy in their learning journey and become better professionals without pushing themselves to the limit.

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In my talk she'll have shared my personal problems with confidence and how I have overcome (and keep overcoming) them in the domains of teaching, blogging, and businesswomanning.


Having experimented with various teaching and blogging tricks, Anastasia has found peace in certain theories and practices and willing to share them with you.

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In this talk I will explain why people develop imposter syndrome in the first place, give some physiologically proven techniques on how to deal with it and share some first hand experience of how I am still in the process of shutting these constant preoccupations constantly telling me I am not well-suited for literally anything.


Nadezhda's had all possible teaching experiences, from language schools to tutoring, worked at university right after the graduation, did her time at public school for 5 years and now works at an International School but still thinks that she is not good enough to bring all her creative ideas to fruition and become a solopreneur teacher. Her teaching inspiration are all that bold, smart and creative people around her because she truly believes that we here as teachers shape the world.

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