Macmillan Education MENA

On behalf of the Macmillan Education MENA team, we wish you and your loved ones a blessed and joyous Eid al-Fitr.

May this special occasion bring peace to your homes and renewed inspiration to your classrooms. We are honored to be part of your educational journey and look forward to continuing our shared mission of empowering minds across the region.

Eid Mubarak!

Did you know that when a student acts out, it’s often a sign of an unmet need rather than a simple act of defiance?

In her latest blog, Claire Hart explores compassionate, practical methods for supporting autistic learners. She gives teachers tools to respond with empathy, structure, and professional confidence. Often, small adjustments to the environment make the biggest difference, helping students feel safe enough to engage with their education.

Check out the full article here for actionable strategies you can start using in your classroom today: https://www.macmillanenglish.com/sa/blog-resources/article/how-do-you-know-if-your-students-are-autistic

If you’ve ever thought about carving your own path in teacher training or online development, this conversation is for you.

In this episode of the ELTea Time MENA podcast, Nathan Waller is joined by Egyptian teacher educator Basma Abdul Hamied to explore the rising world of educational entrepreneurship.

Listen to the full episode on Spotify here:
https://tinyurl.com/2mwt5t9s

Or watch on YouTube here:
https://tinyurl.com/5azswvwc

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If you’re looking for better ways to engage your students and make your classroom more inclusive, check out The Little Book of UDL. It’s a free, practical guide filled with tips to support every learner in your room.

Download it for free: https://bit.ly/4aSNrzU

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴?

The Global Teachers’ Festival 2026 kicks off today, inviting you to step back, reconnect with your practice, and explore new ideas alongside educators from around the world.

Running from 9th to 20th February, these two weeks are packed with inspiring sessions, practical insights, and fresh perspectives—whether you’re refining what already works or ready to try something new.

🎟️ Register now and join us from day one
👉 https://bit.ly/4qvbNGi

Not every child finds their voice in a shout. Some find it through the eyes of a puppet, the stroke of a pencil, or the safety of a mask.

At the Global Teachers' Festival, the wonderful Sarah Hillyard ELT is going to show us how to turn "quiet" into "confident." We are moving beyond the pressure of the spotlight and into a world of playful, low-pressure tools like: 🎭 Masks & Roles 🐶 Puppets 🎙️ Microphones 🖍️ Drawings

Join us to learn how small, creative shifts can make a world of difference for your shy learners. Let’s help them communicate—on their own terms.

👉 Secure your spot today: https://bit.ly/3ZytZmK

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗸𝗮𝘆!🤗 In her talk at the Global Teachers' Festival, Sarah Hillyard ELT will be exploring playful, low-pressure tools like puppets, masks, drawings, microphones and roles to help shy or quiet children communicate with confidence (on their own terms). Small shifts, big confidence. Register today and join Sarah at the Global Teachers' Festival! ▶️ https://bit.ly/3ZytZmK #TeachEnglish #AdvancingLearning #GTF #GlobalTeachersFestival

Moving from the lecture hall to the office involves a major shift in how language is actually applied. If you are preparing students for this transition, Evan Frendo’s upcoming session at the Global Teachers’ Festival 2026 is essential viewing.

He will be breaking down the specific linguistic demands of the modern workplace and providing actionable strategies to help young adults bridge the gap between academic theory and professional reality.

Event Highlights
Real-world context: Understanding how English functions in professional environments.

Practical application: Tools to build student confidence for meetings, emails, and networking.

Expert guidance: Insights from Evan Frendo, a specialist in English for Specific Purposes (ESP).

Join the Session
Don't miss out on this opportunity to refine your teaching approach for the next generation of professionals.

Secure your spot here: https://bit.ly/3YJPtwR

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗱𝗼 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺? 🤔 In his session, Evan Frendo will explore how English is used in the workplace and share practical strategies to help university learners communicate with confidence beyond the classroom. If you teach young adults, this talk is for you. Register today and make sure you don't miss Evan's session at the Global Teachers' Festival 2026! ▶️ https://bit.ly/3YJPtwR #TeachEnglish #AdvancingLearning #GTF #GlobalTeachersFestival

Macmillan Education is proud to bring a powerhouse lineup of experts to the American University in Cairo for the Nile TESOL 30th Annual Conference.

Here is where you can find us:

- Session 1: Designing with Learner Needs in Mind (UDL) - Nathan Waller & Mohamed Nabil

Time: Tomorrow, Jan 28 | 12:45 PM | Shafik Gabr

- Session 2: Can you relate? - Anna Hasper

Time: Jan 29 | 12:45 PM | B030 - Basilly

- Session 3: Presidential Precedents: Lessons in Leadership - Mike Riley

Time: Jan 29 | 02:00 PM | B030 - Basilly

Join us at the AUC New Cairo Campus to connect with the Macmillan team and fellow educators from across the region.

Register now: https://lnkd.in/ePEMZn52

Download the program: https://lnkd.in/dBne-2E8

See you at Nile TESOL 2026!

Today, on International Day of Education, we look at the shifting landscape of our classrooms.

According to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report, the top skills growing in demand for 2026 aren't just technical, they are human. Resilience, creative thinking, and curiosity are now just as critical as digital literacy.

For the ELT community, this changes our mission. We aren't just teaching students how to speak English; we are giving them the tools to navigate a changing world. When we integrate critical thinking and resilience into our language lessons, we future-proof our learners for careers that haven't even been invented yet.

At Macmillan Education, "Advancing Learning" means equipping students with the skills to thrive in 2026 and beyond.

Let’s discuss: How do you encourage critical thinking in your English classes?

We are proud to announce that Macmillan Education is returning as a Platinum Sponsor for NileTESOL 2026!

At Macmillan, we believe in empowering educators with practical strategies that work in today’s diverse classrooms.

This year, we are thrilled to bring a lineup of expert speakers to the American University in Cairo to discuss leadership, connection, and inclusive design.

Mark your calendars for these unmissable sessions:

🎤 Mike Riley | Presidential Precedents: Lessons in Leadership Explore the intersection of history and management to unlock new pathways in educational leadership.

🎤 Anna Hasper | Can you relate? Dive into the dynamics of rapport and relevance to build stronger connections with your students.

🎤 Nathan Waller & Mohamed Nabil | Designing with Learner Needs in Mind (UDL) Discover how to implement Universal Design for Learning principles to create inclusive, accessible, and adaptable learning environments for every student.

Event Details:

📅 Dates: January 28 & 29, 2026

📍 Location: The American University in Cairo, New Cairo Campus

🗒️ Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/ePEMZn52

🔗 Program book:

https://lnkd.in/dBne-2E8

Join us to connect, learn, and shape the future of ELT in the region. We look forward to seeing you there!