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Understanding CEFR for Young Learners: A Quick Guide for Teachers and Schools
If you’ve ever felt lost trying to measure a young learner’s English level, you’re not alone. When I started designing ESL programs, one...
Joel Abel
Jun 61 min read


Is your "Why" as a leader truly yours, or just what is expected of you?
What’s Your “Why” as an Education Leader? A lot of leaders in education know what they do. Many can explain how they do it. But far fewer...
Joel Abel
Jun 52 min read


Top 3 Mistakes in Teaching Phonics to Kindergarteners
Teaching phonics to kindergarteners is one of the most foundational—and most often misunderstood—parts of early literacy instruction....
Joel Abel
Jun 42 min read


Purpose, Process, Payoff – The New 3Ps
Schools often talk about vision. They build mission statements and celebrate values. But when it comes to daily execution, what’s too...
Joel Abel
Jun 32 min read


Behind the Scenes: The Truth About KET-Ready Programs for 5-Year-Olds
Here’s the truth most schools won’t tell you: There is no such thing as a true KET curriculum for 5-year-olds. Why? Because KET...
Joel Abel
Jun 21 min read


Why Schools Need Managers, Not Just Administrators
Challenges in education demand leadership, not just systems. This post introduces the idea that managers create culture and outcomes, not just compliance.
Joel Abel
Jun 12 min read
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