We’re delighted to present the second Taylor Made English book, Raise Up!.

This book has been written with a simple aim – what would a mainstream English language coursebook look like if it represented a wider range of people? We feel that at the time of writing in 2019, significant improvements need to be made in how various groups in society are included in the most popular international coursebooks. These subjects include:

• Women
• Black, Asian and minority ethnic people
• LGBTQIA+
• Disabled people
• The working class
• Indigenous people
• Non-conventional body types
• Non-hegemonic countries and cultures
• Refugees
• People living and working in extreme conditions
• Non-urban environments
• The elderly

The book contains 8 separate lessons, aimed at different levels, which follow the familiar format of modern international English language coursebooks. What makes Raise Up! different are the subjects of those lessons. The themes covered are:

1. Family / LGBTQIA+
2. Leadership / Disabled people & poverty
3. Work rules / Low-paid workers
4. Rural life
5. Influences / women
6. Work / Transgender
7. Texting / Refugees
8. Different types of homes

To buy the book click here.

The book has been written by James M. Taylor, a teacher, teacher trainer, materials writer and podcast producer based in Brasília, Brazil, and Ilá Coimbra, a teacher and teacher trainer based in Munich, Germany.

Find out more about Raise Up! by visiting our website raiseupforelt.com and follow us on social media:

IELTS courses

8 hour

This course is a quick introduction to the IELTS test. We will look at each element of the test so you understand what you will need to do. You will have the chance to do some practice and learn some strategies to help you on the big day. I will also give you writing homework and give you feedback outside of lesson time.

This course is perfect for advanced learners who need to become familiar with the test. It can also be extended if you feel you want to do more practice before you do the exam.

Plan

Lesson 1: Writing Task 2 – what do the examiners expect?

Lesson 2: Writing Task 2 – writing strategies

Lesson 3: Writing Task 1 – what do the examiners expect?

Lesson 4: Writing Task 1 – writing strategies / introduction to speaking

Lesson 5: Speaking – what makes a good speaker?

Lesson 6: Listening – exam format / tips for test takers

Lesson 7: Reading – exam format / tips for test takers

Lesson 8: Review

16 hour

This course is gives a more detailed look at the IELTS test and the chance to understand exactly what you need to do. You will have many opportunities to practice and learn strategies to help you on the big day. You will also be able to study language structures that will be very helpful in the exam. I will also give you writing homework and give you feedback outside of lesson time.

This course is perfect for upper intermediate and advanced learners who need to know the test well. It can also be extended if you feel you want to do more practice before you do the exam.

Lesson 1: Writing Task 2 – what do the examiners expect?

Lesson 2: Writing Task 2 – writing strategies

Lesson 3: Writing Task 1 – what do the examiners expect?

Lesson 4: Writing Task 1 – writing strategies / introduction to speaking

Lesson 5: Speaking – what makes a good speaker?

Lesson 6: Listening – exam format / tips for test takers

Lesson 7: Reading – exam format / tips for test takers

Lesson 8: Review – a look back on what we’ve done so far

Lesson 9: Writing – how to make your writing flow

Lesson 10: Speaking – spoken vocabulary and grammar

Lesson 11: Speaking – fluency and coherence

Lesson 12: Listening – more strategies and practice

Lesson 13: Listening – more strategies and practice

Lesson 14: Reading – more strategies and practice

Lesson 15: Practice and review

Lesson 16: Practice and review

The IELTS course is designed to prepare you for every part of the test. The first part (16 hours) specialises on the four key skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. We will take a look at each part in detail and gain an understanding of what you are expected to do. I will teach you strategies to help with each section, and then you will practice.

The course begins with writing, as in my experience, this is often the area where people need most help. I will check 8 pieces of writing throughout the course and give you comprehensive feedback to help you get the grade you need. The speaking lessons are very practical and focus on making sure that you are completely ready for the test. In the listening and reading lessons, we will study examples of the different questions and use examples to prepare.

32 hour

This is the ultimate guide to the IELTS test and will give you the chance to know the exam inside and out. You will have many opportunities to practice and learn strategies to help you on the big day. You will also be to study language structures that will be very helpful in the exam. I will also give you writing homework and give you feedback outside of lesson time.

This course is perfect for intermediate and above learners who need to get the right result. It can also be extended if you feel you want to do more practice before you do the exam.

Plan

Coming soon…
For prices, email James at t.made.english@gmail.com

Developod is the podcast of IATEFL Teacher Development Special Issue Group of which I am a committee member. I produce and edit the podcast, and make the occasional appearance on mic as well.

Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you listen to podcasts.

To find out more, click here

I’m delighted to be producing and co-presenting this new podcast. Presented by Emma Sue Prince and based on the book of the same name, the show introduces each of the 7 skills – why we need that skill and how we can easily develop it before looking at the 7 skills in context of other areas of our lives.

Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you listen to podcasts.

To find out more, click here