You can earn your EF Teacher Development Certificate by attending all six one-hour webinars (live or recorded) and completing the attendance quizzes. The webinars are free and take place several times per year (see dates below for upcoming sessions). The webinars are held in English, and registration is open to teachers worldwide. At the end of the program, we will send you the certificate by email.
Practical AI for the language teacher
11.03.2026 live at 17.00 CET
Discover how to implement AI tools as teaching assistants that enhance student engagement while maintaining pedagogical integrity. Join us for this interactive webinar with Jonathan Shoobridge, Director of Studies at EF London, and explore practical strategies for integrating AI into your language classroom. We'll examine real classroom applications, discuss risk management, and ensure your students develop critical AI literacy alongside their language skills.
Teaching mixed ability classes
18.03.2026 live at 17.00 CET
Teaching mixed-ability classes can be challenging, but this practical session will cover differentiation strategies, classroom management techniques, and how to ensure every student—regardless of their proficiency level—stays engaged and makes progress. Tune in for this interactive session with Mariet van der Merwe, Senior Teacher at Cape Town, and learn how to teach mixed-ability classes effectively. Discover how to create inclusive lessons where everyone thrives.
Freelance teaching
25.03.2026 live at 17.00 CET
Can you be your own "boss" as a language teacher? Learn about different employment models, from fully independent contracting to platform-based and institutional arrangements. Mark Tondeur, Academic Manager at EF Corporate Learning, will explore the realities of freelance teaching. We'll discuss strategies for managing multiple schools, building strong student relationships, and maximizing your time and income while maintaining teaching quality.
Speaking & Presentation skills for teachers
01.04.2026 live at 17.00 CET
Your presence in the classroom matters. Join us for this interactive webinar with Emma Walton, Senior Director of Academic Management in London, and develop essential speaking and presentation skills for teachers. From commanding the classroom with confident body language to delivering engaging boardwork and managing online presence, this practical session will show you how to communicate more effectively and captivate your students' attention.
Making learning visible
08.04.2026 live at 17.00 CET
How do your students know they're making progress? Explore powerful monitoring, feedback, and correction techniques that help learners recognize and celebrate their own progress. This session with Maya Hughes, Content Developer at EF Zurich, will equip you with practical tools to create a culture of self-awareness and continuous improvement in your classroom to make student learning visible.
Games, competition and gamification
15.04.2026 live at 17.00 CET
Join us for this interactive webinar with Ryan Bezzina, teacher at EF Malta, and unlock the power of games and gamification in language learning. Discover how to motivate both adult and junior learners through engaging game-based activities that reinforce language skills while creating a dynamic, competitive, and fun classroom environment.
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