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Martin Sketchley
@eltexperiences.bsky.social
Assistant Professor at Woosong University and SolBridge College in South Korea

YouTube Creator: www.youtube.com/@eltexperiences
Some challenges that I have encountered over the past 2 years, during the teaching of academic writing courses with international students, revolve around the misuse of AI generated work.

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The Challenge of AI and Teaching Writing Skills - ELT Experiences
In this post I share personal challenges that I have encountered with the use of AI and the teaching of writing skills with international students.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:03 AM
How To Teach an Advanced English Learner Online

My latest video where I share how I go about teaching an advanced English learner online. Enjoy the video and, yes, my cat makes an appearance. 🐱

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How To Teach an Advanced English Learner Online
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November 4, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Story Cubes: Creative Writing Tasks

Boost creativity in your classroom with three ready-to-use Rory’s Story Cubes templates. Perfect for ESL/EFL teachers, these printable writing activities include a guided story frame, a collaborative class story, and an open creative writing template. Editable…
Story Cubes: Creative Writing Tasks
Boost creativity in your classroom with three ready-to-use Rory’s Story Cubes templates. Perfect for ESL/EFL teachers, these printable writing activities include a guided story frame, a collaborative class story, and an open creative writing template. Editable Word documents for instant use in lessons.
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September 8, 2025 at 7:58 AM
25-Minute Trial Lesson PowerPoint for Online English Teachers

This ready-to-use 25-minute trial lesson PowerPoint is designed for online English teachers who want to make a great first impression with potential students.
25-Minute Trial Lesson PowerPoint for Online English Teachers
This ready-to-use 25-minute trial lesson PowerPoint is designed for online English teachers who want to make a great first impression with potential students.
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August 28, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Five Ways to Incorporate Newspapers in the Classroom

Recently, I was thinking about ways to use newspaper articles in the language classroom and it reminded me of suggestions that I came across during the period of my MA studies many years ago. With the growing reliance on digital articles and…
Five Ways to Incorporate Newspapers in the Classroom
Recently, I was thinking about ways to use newspaper articles in the language classroom and it reminded me of suggestions that I came across during the period of my MA studies many years ago. With the growing reliance on digital articles and webpages, it is sometimes nice to go back to basics without any smartphones, automatic translation, or AI summarising tools.
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August 20, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Newspaper Headlines (B1+)

This is a one off lesson for Intermediate students or above that will introduce learners to newspaper headlines. This lesson includes the worksheet for students as well as the teacher notes. The Newspaper Headlines activity is to give students the confidence to tackle…
Newspaper Headlines (B1+)
This is a one off lesson for Intermediate students or above that will introduce learners to newspaper headlines. This lesson includes the worksheet for students as well as the teacher notes. The Newspaper Headlines activity is to give students the confidence to tackle potential newspaper articles in their second language.
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August 20, 2025 at 9:15 AM
If you wish to deliver a successful 25 minute online trial lesson, it is crucial that you prepare effectively. Read on further to see how I structure my own trial lessons now.
How To Prepare a 25 Minute Online Trial Lesson
In our previous post, we looked at how best to create an online teacher introduction video but the next step to potentially getting students is to prepare and deliver a quality trial lesson. It is important for potential learners to get a taste of your online teaching. In this post, I will share how to prepare a 25 minute online demo lesson to students.
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August 16, 2025 at 7:46 AM
If you have ever wanted to incorporate newspapers into your English lessons but unsure how, I share five lesson activities which you can incorporate into your online of offline classes immediately.

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How to Use Newspapers in Online and Offline Classes | Free Lesson Plan for Channel Members
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August 3, 2025 at 12:59 PM
25-Minute Trial Lesson Template for Online English Teachers (Free Slides for Channel Members)

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25-Minute Trial Lesson Template for Online English Teachers (Free Slides for Channel Members)
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July 28, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Complete Guide to Creating an Online Teacher Introduction Video

For anyone who is wanting to teach English online, whether you are going to be teaching independently or for a platform, you will be required to create an introduction video. It can sometimes be a little overwhelming if you are unsure…
Complete Guide to Creating an Online Teacher Introduction Video
For anyone who is wanting to teach English online, whether you are going to be teaching independently or for a platform, you will be required to create an introduction video. It can sometimes be a little overwhelming if you are unsure how best to create one, but in this post I will share the ultimate guide to creating an online teacher introduction video.
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July 22, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Teaching English can be a thoroughly rewarding experience, which is why I have been involved in this profession for quite a while now. As I approach my 20th anniversary teaching English, it seems fitting to share 20 English teaching websites.
Twenty Influential English Teacher Websites to Watch in 2025
Teaching English can be a thoroughly rewarding experience, which is why I have been involved in this profession for quite a while now. It obviously becomes natural for any professional educators to share websites that have guided their teaching and as I approach my 20th anniversary teaching English to international students, it seems fitting to share twenty influential English teacher websites to access in 2025.
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July 16, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Many teachers deliver online lessons and it is important to have the right tech and this guide looks at the ultimate online teaching set-up with the right tech.
The Ultimate Online Teaching Setup: Top Tools & Tech for Educators
The COVID-19 pandemic suddenly changed the teaching landscape, with many educators being forced to deliver lessons and courses online. To be honest, I cannot believe it was over five years ago since the pandemic. As many educators were forced to become accustomed to online teaching, despite their lack of experience, remote online education has gained recognition as a credible and respected alternative to face-to-face teaching.
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July 9, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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I'm happy to see that More Than a Gap Year Adventure has been reviewed in another publication. You can find the review written by Christopher Miller (plus a short interview with
@eltexperiences.bsky.social
) in the latest issue of 'The English Connection'.

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TEC - The Summer 2025 Issue Now Online | KoreaTESOL
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July 4, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Are you British or American English?
May 18, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Is Teaching on Preply Worth It in 2025? | Honest Tutor Review + Step-by-Step Guide

I’ve a new video out now where I consider whether Preply is ideal as a platform after four years of teaching on it.

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Is Teaching on Preply Worth It in 2025? | Honest Tutor Review + Step-by-Step Guide
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April 25, 2025 at 9:30 PM
I was returning home yesterday afternoon and was greeted to much waving and bowing. It’s the local elections here in Daejeon, and perhaps Korea. Quite unique and unlike anything I’ve seen in the U.K.
April 1, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Six Day Trip to Japan with Family

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Six Day Trip to Japan with Family
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March 30, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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Now live on @ttradioofficial.bsky.social with @eltexperiences.bsky.social Listen in here to our discussion about video and education: www.ttradio.org/listen-live
March 16, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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Come and join me and @eltexperiences.bsky.social on Sunday (13:00 UK time) for a conversation about #education and #video on @ttradioofficial.bsky.social. Listen live here: www.ttradio.org/listen-live
March 14, 2025 at 12:50 PM
I had a wonderful time in Japan with my parents a month or so ago. I’ll be sharing a video of my travels soon but a word of caution … it’s a long video. Potentially my longest video that I’ve edited so far for YouTube.
March 12, 2025 at 1:36 PM
In two months, KOTESOL will be holding their largest event of the year - the International Conference. Make sure you save the date and see you there if you can make it!
March 10, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Last night, I went out for a Japanese style meal with my good wife. It was flaming delicious.
January 14, 2025 at 11:31 PM
In Seoul today to meet up with some peeps and edit a video. Great fun.
January 11, 2025 at 3:18 PM
This afternoon, I got my students to work on a weekly project to plan a trip to the U.K., and each afternoon we look at a particular country of the U.K.. I’m looking forward to seeing their pamphlet next week.
January 9, 2025 at 7:30 AM