2025 Pearson Assessment Teacher Training Academy

Welcome to the 2025 Pearson Assessment Teacher Training Academy, a free live professional development event series designed for English language educators.

Gain in-depth knowledge of the Pearson assessment portfolio.
Join interactive sessions with expert educators and explore innovative strategies for tackling challenging question types.
Gain insights into innovative strategies for integrating AI into your teaching practices.

Earn professional development certificates by completing the training series blocks. Plus, earn a Credly by Pearson digital badge when you complete at least 7 sessions.

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Speakers

Bartłomiej Janiak

Teacher Trainer and Assessment Advisor. A graduate of Kozminski University with a postgraduate diploma in Professional Coaching - Methods and Practice, as well as SWPS University with a postgraduate diploma in Crisis Psychology and Crisis Intervention, and Practical Psychology of Motivation. For over five years, he has been designing and coordinating educational programs with Pearson, developing initiatives that support teachers and test-takers worldwide in performing more effectively, teaching better, and learning better.

Kamil Petryk

Kamil Petryk has been a Master Trainer at Pearson for more than a decade, providing training to teachers and examiners in Europe and Southeast Asia to familiarize them with the Pearson English International Certificate. He has authored multiple English language teaching resources for Pearson, including co-authoring the "PTE General Skills Practice" series, which provides comprehensive exam preparation. Additionally, he is an examiner and teacher who works with students preparing for Pearson English qualifications.

Monica Celis

Mónica Celis Arias is a Ph.D. candidate in Education with a Master's in Neuropsychology and Education and a B.A. in Modern Languages focused on English Teaching Methodology. She is also a professional musician. Her expertise includes assessment, curriculum design, methodology, and teacher training. Currently, Mónica is a Senior Learning Consultant for Proficiency Assessment and PTE in LATAM.

Mateusz Jekiel

Mateusz Jekiel is a Senior Content Tools Specialist at Pearson with over a decade of experience developing innovative print and digital educational content. Holding a Ph.D. in Linguistics, he combines academic expertise with a passion for tech-driven learning. Mateusz is also a Senior Lecturer at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, specialising in educational technology and generative artificial intelligence in ELT.

Webinars in the 2025 Teacher Training Academy

The Develop series aims to equip teachers worldwide with skills to enhance their teaching practices. Interactive sessions on soft skills will provide deep insight into a crucial element for a successful language-learning journey.

Develop language curiosity

Presenter:
Bartłomiej Janiak

February 25, 2025
4:00pm (GMT)

In this session, teachers will learn how to cultivate curiosity about language in both themselves and their students. The session will provide practical strategies for fostering a curious mindset and creating an environment that prioritizes exploration and discovery. Embracing a "language curious" approach can inspire students to develop a lifelong passion for language.

Develop a growth mindset

Presenter:
Bartłomiej Janiak

March 31, 2025
4:00pm (BST)

Learn about fostering a growth mindset in your students, encouraging resilience, persistence and a positive attitude toward learning. This session will provide teachers with the tools and strategies to help students embrace challenges and thrive in their language-learning journey.

Develop effective feedback

Presenter:
Bartłomiej Janiak

April 29, 2025
4:00pm (BST)

Learn how to give effective feedback that enhances teaching and improves student success. This session provides techniques for delivering constructive, motivating feedback tailored to individual student needs, fostering ongoing improvement and a positive learning environment. Skilled feedback can boost student performance, engagement and confidence in language skills.

A professional development certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the Develop series, the I teach series, or the Provoke series—one certificate per series. Additionally, if you attend a total of 7 webinars across any series throughout the year, you will earn a Credly by Pearson digital badge.

The "I teach" series is for teachers who want to refresh their knowledge of the Pearson assessment portfolio. Each session focuses on a single product, and highlights its features, applicability, preparation materials and differences against similar products.

I teach with AI

Presenter:
Mateusz Jekiel

May 27, 2025
4:00pm (GMT)

Explore how AI can enhance teaching and learning. This session focuses on practical AI tools to improve engagement, personalize learning and streamline tasks, allowing teachers to concentrate on effective strategies.

I teach for PEIC

Presenter:
Kamil Petryk

June 24, 2025
4:00pm (BST)

Get ready to prepare students for the Pearson English International Certificate. This session covers the exam’s structure, scoring and preparation strategies to ensure student success.

I teach with Level Test

Presenter:
Maghaly Guzman

July 29, 2025
4:00pm (BST)

Enhance student placement with the Pearson English Level Test. Discover its key features, benefits, and how to utilize it effectively for accurate student placement and a successful start.

I teach with Benchmark Test

Presenter:
Monica Celis

August 26, 2025
4:00pm (BST)

Enhance learning with the Pearson English Benchmark Test. This session highlights its features, benefits, and strategies for tracking progress and guiding students toward their goals.

The Provoke series looks at specific question types that can be challenging for exam test takers. The sessions offer a deep dive into strategies to excel at those questions. The idea is to provoke students to think, discover new techniques and to encourage studying in ways beyond the traditional classroom approach.

Provoke with describe image

Presenter:
Kamil Petryk

September 30, 2025
4:00pm (BST)

This session encourages teachers to think creatively, discover innovative techniques and embrace non-traditional study methods. Through analyzing images, you will learn how to enable students to create vivid descriptions and communicate complex ideas effectively. Our experts will lead engaging activities and thought-provoking exercises that push the limits of traditional learning.

Provoke with read and write

Presenter:
Kamil Petryk

October 28, 2025
4:00pm (GMT)

This session is tailored to ignite teachers' curiosity, expand their horizons, and revolutionize the way they teach for the read then write question type. Break free from traditional learning styles and discover innovative techniques for mastering the art of lecture re-telling.

Provoke with respond to a situation

Presenter:
Kamil Petryk

November 25, 2025
4:00pm (GMT)

In this session, teachers will move out of traditional learning styles as we guide them through real-world scenarios and dynamic situational challenges. From mastering the art of persuasion to navigating complex interpersonal dynamics, teachers will be equipped with the tools and techniques to make students thrive in any respond to a situation scenario.

Provoke with write essay

Presenter:
Kamil Petryk

December 16, 2025
4:00pm (GMT)

This session focuses on unconventional methods to teach towards composing essays and emails. To achieve different outcomes, one must take different actions.

Agenda

Pearson English Assessment Teacher Training Academy

The Develop series

February 25 - Develop language curiosity

March 31 - Develop growth mindset

April 29 - Develop effective feedback

The I teach series

May 27 - I teach with AI

June 24 - I teach for PEIC

July 29 - I teach with Level Test

August 26 - I teach with Benchmark Test

The Provoke series

September 30 - Provoke with describe image

October 28 - Provoke with read and write

November 25 - Provoke with respond to a situation

December 16 - Provoke with essay

Frequently Asked Questions

Pearson English International Certificate (PEIC)
Level Test
Benchmark Test

Sessions start in Febuary and continue each month through to the end of the year.

You can earn certificates by completing each of the 3 training series: Develop, I Teach or Provoke series.
To receive a certificate, you must attend all the sessions within a series

Yes. To qualify, you need to attend at least 7 sessions in the Teacher Training Academy. Additionally, you can earn a Teacher Training Academy completion certificate.

Select each webinar you are interested in and complete the registration form. We'll send you a confirmation email with your webinar link.

We use Zoom for our webinar sessions.

Yes. We'll add the recordings to this website and our YouTube channel after the session has ended.

Yes, absolutely! We encourage interaction and are open to conversation. You will have access to the chat and Q&A features throughout the session.