What Is Effective EAL Teaching In The Gulf?

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Are you coming to teach in Dubai, Qatar, or anywhere else in the Gulf? If so, then you need to watch this. I sat down this week with Gemma Donovan, Head of Whole School EAL at South View School in Dubai. Gemma and I talked about the EAL as well as ELL Learners, and how best to cater for them. We discussed the importance of knowing regional dialects when it comes to learning learning, and the strategies that can be employed by teachers with students for whom English is an additional language. Have a watch and listen!

Gemma is a dynamic educational leader with a proven track record in advancing excellence in English as an Additional Language (EAL) education across international school networks.

Strategic in developing and implementing EAL curriculum and assessment frameworks, training pathways, and stakeholder engagement strategies to enhance language acquisition and support diverse learner populations.

Skilled in fostering collaboration, establishing policies, and ensuring quality assurance. Holder of a Master of Arts in TESOL complemented by certifications in educational leadership and EAL/EFL pedagogy.

With 15 years of teaching experience across Italy, the UK, Hong Kong, and the UAE since 2018, I bring a wealth of international perspectives to educational leadership. Expertise in designing and delivering impactful teaching and learning experiences that cater to diverse student needs and encourage academic growth.

Recognized international conference presenter, keen action researcher, podcast guest speaker, webinar creator, and teacher trainer.

Advocate for inclusive education and linguistic empowerment, dedicated to ensuring every student achieves their fullest potential.