Swipe right for English! Making Learning Irresistible in the Attention Economy

Abstract

Are your students finding it harder to focus nowadays? Is their attention span shortening? In today’s attention economy, competing with constant pings and swipes can feel like a losing battle. In this interactive session, we’ll explore why learners struggle to stay focused and what teachers can do about it. You’ll take away a toolkit of low-prep, high-impact language activities designed to grab attention, spark curiosity, and keep students engaged.

About Lucie Cotterill

Lucie Cotterill is an experienced teacher, teacher trainer, and academic manager with over 20 years of experience. She works with IH World as IH Director of Studies Coordinator, tutors on the IH OTTI (online tutoring) and IH Diploma in Academic Management courses and was previously Director of Innovation at IH Reggio Calabria. Lucie has taught learners from very young to adult levels, led academic teams, organised teacher training and local conferences, and develops school-wide innovation projects and recruitment processes. She is a regular speaker at national and international ELT events.