Lesson – Three Wise Kangaroos

Living to work: the cost of Japan’s strong work ethic

November 13, 2021 Gabi B2/C1, Business, Culture, Lesson, Work

Japanese people have a reputation for being extremely diligent and devoted to their jobs and it’s true that Japan has some of the longest working hours in the world. Such […]

5 ways to save the ocean with $1 bln to spend

October 24, 2021 Gabi C1/C2, Environment, Lesson

The enviroment needs taking care of more than ever before. If you had one billion to spend on ocean conservation, what would you do with the money? In this lesson, based […]

The joys of driving

October 15, 2021 Gabi B2/C1, Culture, Lesson

Here’s a lesson that is bound to make you laugh. It features Britain’s top comedian – Michael McIntyre – and this time he’s having a rant about driving. Watch the […]

There’s more to Dubai than meets the eye

September 19, 2021 Gabi B2/C1, Culture, Lesson, Travel

What comes to mind when you think of Dubai? Super high skyscrapers, artificial islands, modernity, vibrancy and opulence? However, there is more to Dubai than meets the eye. Watch the […]

21 great habits to adopt

July 11, 2021 Gabi B1/B2, Culture, Lesson

We are all creatures of habit, which can be a good or a bad thing. It all depends on what your habits are. The habits presented in today’s lesson are […]

Halden Prison: rehabilitation over retribution

April 17, 2021 Gabi B2/C1, Crime, Culture, Lesson

It is understood globally that dangerous and notorious criminals simply must be kept in isolation, i.e. in prisons, in order to safeguard communities from violence. But what purpose should a […]

The future of work

March 15, 2021 Gabi B2/C1, Business, Lesson, Work

In the 21st century all aspects of our life are changing at the speed of light, and work is no exception. The workplace is undergoing changes that reflect the wider […]

The world in 2021 and beyond

January 23, 2021 Gabi Business, C1/C2, Lesson, Technology

In 2020 it was the covid pandemic that took over the world completely. But in 2021 there will be other stories set to shape the way we live, from an […]

Spice up your lesson on crime and punishment with You Be the Judge

November 29, 2020 Gabi Crime, Learning, Tip

In this post I’d like to share with you this educational tool I discovered a few years ago, which I love using with my advanced students of English. It’s called […]

Transgender women in the Olympic Games: is it still a level playing field?

October 10, 2020 Gabi B1/B2, Lesson, Sport

The fight for equal rights for transgender people has reached a yet new level with the International Olympic Committee making the decision to allow transgender women to compete in women’s […]