Episode 75: Developod Episode 75 - Seeing ELT teachers as social enablers with Leandra Dias Meddings
In this episode, Helen talks to Leandra Dias Meddings, who reflects on her 25-year ELT career from classroom teaching to teacher training, materials writing, and academic management, exploring her journey from rigid, anxiety-driven teaching to a flexible, learner-centred approach shaped by Delta Module 2 and supportive mentors. She discusses key changes in ELT, including greater recognition of non-native teachers and needs-based learning, and shares future ambitions to teach young learners, pursue a PhD in linguistics, and continue combining writing with teaching. Leandra on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/leandra-meddings-42a7aaa2To find the complete archive of Developod episodes, go to tdsig.org/developod-tdsigs-podcast
31 Aug 2026
Episode 74: Developod Episode 74 - Adventure and connection in ELT with Rose Aylett
In this episode, Helen talks to Rose Aylett, who reflects on her 20-year journey in ELT, from teaching and management to training and freelance work. She shares how critical pedagogy, global citizenship, and critical literacy have shaped her practice, and explores the importance of connection, mentorship, and community in professional development. Above all, Rose champions lifelong learning, adventure, and using education to create meaningful change.Correction: IATEFL Global Issues SIG (GISIG) was 25 years old in 2020 (i.e. the SIG was founded in 1995), not 15 years old, that is one of the birthday celebrations that Rose and Helen discuss at 06:02.Rose on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roseaylett/Find Rose’s 2024 IATEFL plenary talk on critical literacy here:https://youtu.be/Hor2Iyx80is?si=AsAq4hmzQfbHo1S6&t=288Find Rose’s NILE ELT Global Citizenship in Language Education ONLINE course here:https://www.nile-elt.com/products/GConlineFind Rose’s NILE ELT Global Citizenship in Language Education FACE TO FACE course here:https://www.nile-elt.com/products/GlobalCitizenshipTo find the complete archive of Developod episodes, go to tdsig.org/developod-tdsigs-podcast
27 Jul 2026
Episode 73: Developod Episode 73 - Building the profession we want with Rachael Roberts
In this episode, Sinem and Rachael Roberts, a seasoned ELT professional with over 30 years of experience, discussed her career evolution from classroom teaching to teacher training, academic management, and materials writing. Rachael highlighted the complexity of language education and the importance of understanding its relational and contextual nature. She shared her journey into business coaching from 2002 onwards, and her 2026 Small Business Mentor Award. She emphasized the need for teachers to recognize their value and build sustainable businesses. Rachael also reflected on her IATEFL 2026 plenary, where she advocated for a profession that values expertise and ethical practices, urging teachers to take themselves seriously.About Rachael:Rachael Roberts is a business mentor and strategist who helps language teachers, teacher trainers and other educators build sustainable freelance businesses. After more than 30 years as a teacher, teacher trainer, materials writer and educational manager, she now supports experienced professionals to develop clear positioning, compelling offers and strategic marketing that attracts the right clients. She is the founder of Designed to Flourish and a regular speaker at international ELT conferences.Links:Website: www.earnlearnthriveinelt.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachaelroberts-eltbusinesscoach/Youtube: @earnlearnthriveLinkedIn & Instagram: @earnlearnthrive To find the complete archive of Developod episodes, go to tdsig.org/developod-tdsigs-podcast
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