Prijavi se za 9th Profil Klett ELT Meeting, 26.04.2025. v WESPA Business & Lounge | Green Gold, Zagreb

With spring in full bloom, we’re thrilled to welcome you to this year’s ELT Meeting!

Guided by experienced actors, educators, and culture enthusiasts, join us as we embark on an exciting journey through the world of education. In our hands-on workshops, we will explore how theatre, drama, and picturebooks can transform your classrooms into magical spaces and help both you and your students thrive. We will also dive into the essential (and sometimes tricky) topic of assessing language skills – with a side of chocolates to keep things sweet and relaxed. Your teacher colleagues have also prepared examples of good practice – projects they have enjoyed working on and activities that have got even the most reluctant students involved. They are eager to share them with you during our TeachMeet session!

Join us at our 9th Annual ELT Meeting and refill your teaching cup with fresh, inspiring ideas for the classroom.

Don’t forget to save your spot: the number of participants is limited.

Every participant will receive a complimentary Certificate of Attendance.

EVENT PROGRAMME

08:30 – 09:00  Registration

09:00 – 09:15  Welcome from the Profil Klett team 

09:15 – 10:15  A Bard in the Hand: Theatrical Ramblings by an Englishman
Marcus Fernando

All the world’s a stage – including your classroom! In this talk, Marcus Fernando will take away some of the stigmas surrounding English Drama, show you how to find joy in Shakespeare (yes, even in primary school!), and help you unleash your inner thespian.

10:20 – 11:20  Workshop Sessions

Workshop 1: Authentic Children’s Literature in EFL Classrooms
Ivana Milković, PhD
Faculty of Teacher Education, University of Zagreb

Bring picturebooks and short stories into your classroom! In this workshop, you will discover creative ways to use authentic texts with lower-primary EFL students, while tapping into your own strengths and imagination.

Workshop 2: Kamishibai: the Ancient Art of Storytelling
Daška Domljan

Enrich your teaching with the ancient Japanese art of kamishibai! In this workshop, you will explore how to use this storytelling technique to spark curiosity, boost creativity and encourage cooperation in both lower- and upper-primary classrooms.

Workshop 3: The Reading Skill Manual
Mia Šavrljuga

If both reading and teaching the skills for doing it successfully are the bane of your existence, join the club! In this workshop, we will tackle the ins and outs of reading with skill and gusto, working on (more or less) authentic texts for upper-primary students.

11:20 – 11:45  Coffee Break 

This is the right time to catch a breath and fill up your energy tank, don’t you think?

11:45 – 12:30  Make Listening Work
Snježana Pavić

This session unpacks key challenges in listening comprehension, explores diverse task types, and equips you with practical strategies for designing meaningful listening activities. Join us for a hands-on approach to making listening effective for every learner!

12:35 – 13:15  TeachMeet 

Your colleagues are ready to share examples of good practice with you. Find out which creative projects they have tried out and loved, and get inspired!

13:20 – 14:00  Let’s Talk About Australia!
Dijana Grahovac
Australian Embassy

Are you looking for a quick and easy way to present Australia to your students in a manner that will inform, excite and engage them? Search no further! In this talk, the Australian Embassy will present their interactive “Australian Education Kit”, packed with resources to bring the Land Down Under to life in your classroom.

14:00 – 14:20  Quiz Time by Profil Klett

Step onto the trivia stage and let your knowledge take the spotlight. As always, fab prizes and eternal glory are included!

14:20 – 15:30  Lunch Time

Let’s mix, mingle and enjoy some delicious bites. Is there a better way to wrap up the day? We don’t think so!
 

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

Marcus Fernando

Marcus Fernando studied Drama and Archaeology at Birmingham University. A prolific artist, he has been performing Shakespeare on the professional stage for many years. He has also directed many Shakespeare productions and has worked with the renowned Royal Shakespeare Company. When not enjoying the Bard’s masterpieces, he spends time with his family in Birmingham – and occasionally runs workshops for Croatian EFL teachers!

Dijana Grahovac

Dijana Grahovac, the Consular and Public Diplomacy Officer, is an Australian-Croatian who has worked at the Australian Embassy in Zagreb for over 21 years. Prior to her work at the embassy, she lived in Australia, where she completed her education from primary school through university. Always bubbling with new ideas, Dijana is dedicated to helping teachers in Croatia bring Australia to children across the country.

Ivana Milković

Ivana Milković is an Associate Professor in the Department of English Language Teacher Education at the Faculty of Teacher Education in Zagreb, where she teaches courses on children's literature, culture and the role of literature in English language instruction. She is an enthusiastic eTwinner, a dedicated teacher, and a devoted picturebook enthusiast, always striving to make both work and life as enjoyable as possible.

Daška Domljan

Daška Domljan is an English and Italian teacher, and one of the pioneers of early language education in Croatia. When she is not busy writing about Ronnie’s latest adventures, this well-known and experienced textbook author is working as a programme management consultant for the NGO Znanje na djelu. A strong believer in the motto “sharing is caring”, Daška loves spreading cheer and inspiring ideas through her workshops!

Snježana Pavić

Snježana Pavić is an inspired English language teacher, Senior Advisor and County Continuous Professional Developer. In addition to being a curriculum developer and EFL series author, she is passionate about promoting innovative teaching methods and fostering professional growth in the teaching community. When she’s not busy working, Snježana enjoys taking long walks, reading, and advocating kindness wherever she goes.

Mia Šavrljuga

Mia Šavrljuga is an English and Spanish language teacher, EFL series author and overall ELT enthusiast. After working as an editor at Profil Klett, teaching English at a primary school and a brief stint at the Faculty of Science, she is currently juggling her role as a Teacher Mentor at IV Grammar School in Zagreb with working on new EFL materials, teaching Matura preparation courses at MaXtura and managing everyday life.