# learning english (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover learning english. Page: Feed: --- ## [Next Generation Thailand](https://www.elgazette.com/next-generation-thailand/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=next-generation-thailand) _2026-08-28 · Administrator · E L Gazette_ Next Generation Thailand is part of the British Council’s global youth Next Generation research series. Next Generation Thailand explores the aspirations, priorities and experiences of young people aged 18–30 and examines \[…\] ## [German school groups can now travel to the UK using ID cards](https://www.elgazette.com/german-school-groups-can-now-travel-to-the-uk-using-id-cards/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=german-school-groups-can-now-travel-to-the-uk-using-id-cards) _2026-08-26 · Administrator · E L Gazette_ Students travelling to the UK as part of a school group from Germany can now use their national ID card instead of a passport. Under the German school group travel \[…\] ## [Give your ELT excellence the visibility it deserves](https://www.elgazette.com/give-your-elt-excellence-the-visibility-it-deserves/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=give-your-elt-excellence-the-visibility-it-deserves) _2026-08-26 · Matilda Hatton · E L Gazette_ As you already know, we’re putting together our most highly anticipated issue of the year and we’d love to invite you to be part of it. Featuring our carefully curated \[…\] ## [ELT lifeline in Thai refugee camp](https://www.elgazette.com/elt-lifeline-in-thai-refugee-camp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=elt-lifeline-in-thai-refugee-camp) _2026-08-24 · William Grice · E L Gazette_ In Thailand’s northernmost refugee camp, Ban Mai Nai Soi, WEAVE‘s struggle to deliver English language education offers crucial support for displaced individuals, a story William Grice uncovers amidst tales of resilience and restriction. It was \[…\] ## [Trump administration sued over visa time restrictions for foreign students and journalists](https://www.elgazette.com/trump-administration-sued-over-visa-time-restrictions-for-foreign-students-and-journalists/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=trump-administration-sued-over-visa-time-restrictions-for-foreign-students-and-journalists) _2026-08-24 · Administrator · E L Gazette_ The DHS rule would cap student visas at four years and limit journalist visas to 240 days starting September 15. A group of unions and advocacy groups filed a lawsuit \[…\] ## [Save the date: 60th IATEFL International Conference](https://www.elgazette.com/save-the-date-60th-iatefl-international-conference/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=save-the-date-60th-iatefl-international-conference) _2026-08-18 · Matilda Hatton · E L Gazette_ The long-awaited IATEFL Conference is coming to Birmingham next spring! The international festival will be attended by English language teaching professionals, making it the perfect opportunity for professional networking and \[…\] [Listen](https://www.elgazette.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Join-us-for-the-IATEFL-International-Conference-2027-in-Birmingham-UK.mp4) ## [Moldova](https://www.elgazette.com/moldova/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=moldova) _2026-08-18 · Wayne Trotman · E L Gazette_ Thinking of a career in ELT in Moldova? It comes highly recommended, says Wayne Trotman. “Moldova? Where’s that?” was my reaction when the regional ELT director told me he was sending me to Chișinău (“ki-shi-now”), its charming capital. Although I’d got \[…\] ## [Write for us: EL Gazette’s School Rankings Issue](https://www.elgazette.com/write-for-us-e-l-gazettes-school-rankings-issue/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=write-for-us-e-l-gazettes-school-rankings-issue) _2026-08-17 · Matilda Hatton · E L Gazette_ One of our most anticipated and informative issues is almost here! Centred on School Rankings, readers can expect to find insight into the emerging ELT landscape and trends, with expert \[…\] ## [Promoting Professional Learning](https://www.elgazette.com/promoting-professional-learning/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=promoting-professional-learning) _2026-08-17 · Wayne Trotman · E L Gazette_ Wayne Trotman reviews Promoting Professional Learning by Silvana Richardson, edited by Andy Hockley and published by Cambridge University Press, March 2026. This title is the fourth in a growing series \[…\] ## [5 exam-preparation tasks that do more than the practise test](https://www.elgazette.com/5-exam-preparation-tasks-that-do-more-than-the-practise-test/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-exam-preparation-tasks-that-do-more-than-the-practise-test) _2026-08-07 · Elena Kapshutar · E L Gazette_ Exam preparation can easily become repetitive: learners complete a reading task, check their answers, write another essay, receive feedback, and then repeat the cycle. While this may improve familiarity with \[…\] ## [Crush Every Threat in Real Time (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/sJ6ieOcibwv3) _2026-08-07 · **Sponsored**_ One agent for real-time detection, exposure tracking, and active defense. ## [Bloomsbury Institute’s student sponsor licence revoked](https://www.elgazette.com/bloomsbury-institutes-student-sponsor-licence-revoked/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bloomsbury-institutes-student-sponsor-licence-revoked) _2026-08-07 · Administrator · E L Gazette_ The Bloomsbury Institute, a higher education provider in central London, has had its licence to sponsor international students revoked. The Basic Compliance Assessment is an annual check that all sponsors must pass, \[…\] ## [All schools in England to get pupil attendance targets, government says](https://www.elgazette.com/all-schools-in-england-to-get-pupil-attendance-targets-government-says/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=all-schools-in-england-to-get-pupil-attendance-targets-government-says) _2026-08-07 · Administrator · E L Gazette_ Every mainstream state school in England will be given their own target to improve pupil attendance, the government has confirmed. Schools will also be encouraged to offer more clubs and \[…\] ## [The National Year of Reading must not forget about those learning English](https://www.elgazette.com/the-national-year-of-reading-must-not-forget-about-those-learning-english/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-national-year-of-reading-must-not-forget-about-those-learning-english) _2026-08-07 · Atınç Yilmaz · E L Gazette_ I started learning English in primary school in Zonguldak, in northern Türkiye. Like many learners of that time, my first experience of reading in English was through the Oxford Picture \[…\] ## [UK universities face ban on international students](https://www.elgazette.com/uk-universities-face-ban-on-international-students/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uk-universities-face-ban-on-international-students) _2026-07-31 · Administrator · E L Gazette_ Universities will be stripped of the right to recruit international students if too many drop out, as the government tightens the screws on visa abuse. New sponsorship rules will introduce a sliding scale of penalties for higher \[…\] ## [New updates to UK’s partnership in Erasmus+](https://www.elgazette.com/new-updates-to-uks-partnership-in-erasmus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-updates-to-uks-partnership-in-erasmus) _2026-07-31 · Administrator · E L Gazette_ The United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) have agreed for the UK to associate to the Erasmus+ programme from 2027. Erasmus+ is an EU programme that provides grant funding for international placements and partnership \[…\] ## [Can You Talk About Anything?](https://englishconversation.substack.com/p/can-you-talk-about-anything) _2025-12-05 · Marsha Burdick · Conversation Starters Newsletter_ Today, let's discuss some aspects of learning to speak fluently and I'll give you suggestions to keep from talking about your cat all the time. ## [Bonus Grammar Points](https://englishconversation.substack.com/p/bonus-grammar-points) _2025-11-05 · Marsha Burdick · Conversation Starters Newsletter_ I've started adding an extra line to my notes in the hopes that people will get curious. ## [June's Words: a Summary of Showcased Vocabulary](https://englishconversation.substack.com/p/junes-words-a-summary-of-showcased) _2025-07-03 · Marsha Burdick · Conversation Starters Newsletter_ This is a roundup of the "Word of the Day" notes posted this month. How many do you use regularly? ## [Persuaded to Change](https://englishconversation.substack.com/p/persuaded-to-change) _2025-06-26 · Marsha Burdick · Conversation Starters Newsletter_ Do you think you can make changes in your life? Believing in yourself is crucial to successful learning, and being consistent will help you achieve your goals. ## [Join My Chat](https://englishconversation.substack.com/p/join-my-chat) _2025-06-16 · Marsha Burdick · Conversation Starters Newsletter_ I'd like to know what you need help with. ## [Accept your Doppler invite (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/eitrnAiukFZY) _2025-06-16 · **Sponsored**_ Create your Doppler account using the invite code you received. ## [Brush Up on Small Talk Techniques](https://englishconversation.substack.com/p/brush-up-on-small-talk-techniques) _2025-06-13 · Marsha Burdick · Conversation Starters Newsletter_ Summer is the season of vacations and meeting new people. Think of small talk as a way to get to know others and broaden your horizons. ## [Breaking the Silence](https://englishconversation.substack.com/p/breaking-the-silence) _2025-06-12 · Marsha Burdick · Conversation Starters Newsletter_ I know it's been a while. Life took a different turn, and I've had some interesting conversations along the way. Let's catch up!