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The Teacher

Insights. Inspiration. Impact.

Welcome to your April teacher newsletter – including all the same free tips and resources, just with a new name! This has been chosen by teachers from around the world to give our newsletter a stronger sense of identity and community.

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5 free ideas to use video in the classroom

Videos are a great way to bring authentic listening into your classes. Try out one of our 5 ideas on using video like ‘Vocabulary bingo’ where students lead the activity, helping them develop learner autonomy. You could mix and match the activities to create a complete lesson or slot one into your existing lesson materials.

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3 tips to help learners feel safe and less anxious

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We want to support you in creating learning spaces where every student feels valued, supported and able to thrive. Watch the first part of our video series on inclusive teaching with 3 tips to reduce learner anxiety such as telling learners when routines or sensory conditions change.

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Expressions to talk about art

To celebrate World Art Day, our latest Instagram post introduces useful expressions to help students describe artwork in a more natural and sophisticated way.

From intricate details to a muted palette and visually striking, these phrases encourage learners to move beyond basic adjectives and talk about art with greater confidence and precision.

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Negative adjectives

In our latest blog post, we take a closer look at negative adjectives in English that help learners describe people, situations, and experiences with greater accuracy.

The article covers a range of everyday contexts, from language used to describe personality traits to expressions commonly heard in daily life. By expanding their vocabulary, students can move past basic word choices and communicate in a more natural and nuanced way.

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Preparing learners for their Cambridge English Qualification

Many learners will feel nervous on exam day, even after lots of preparation. However, you can build students’ confidence by helping them understand what to expect. Watch this video with your students to help guide them through the process of taking a Cambridge English Qualification.

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You can find more exam-day support and resources in our ‘Building confidence and preparing for exam day’ pack on the Exam Preparation Journey hub.

Last-minute teaching ideas: sustainability activity cards

Little or no time to plan a lesson? Or maybe you’re just keen to get your students talking about sustainability. Either way, get started straight away with our practical activity cards. They’ll encourage students of all ages to have a positive impact on the world around them.

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Statement of Results: test day photos

As of 6 April 2026, photos taken on test day will now appear on a student’s Statement of Results. For B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency a photo is required. For B2 First for Schools or other Cambridge English Qualifications it is optional but recommended if your students plan to use their results for university, work or visa purposes.

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