Gilbert, Francis. 2018. The Mindful English Teacher: A Toolkit for Learning and Well-Being. London: FGI Publishing. ISBN 978-1974255863 [Book]

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The Mindful English Teacher: Creative, Critical and Conscious Classroom Practice
Mindfulness isn’t mystical—and it isn’t just for monks. Like regular exercise, it’s a simple, powerful practice that helps us work with calm, clarity, and compassion—even in the busy, demanding life of a teacher.
The Mindful English Teacher offers a fresh, practical approach to English teaching that centres presence, purpose and play. Whether you’re deep in Shakespeare, tackling pre-1900 literature, guiding students through exam stress, or trying to make grammar meaningful, this book will support you to teach with greater confidence and less anxiety.
Drawing on classroom stories, educational research, and years of lived experience, the book is packed with usable ideas, mindful prompts, and rich case studies. At its heart is a compelling contrast between the Mindful English Teacher and the Unmindful one—two vivid teaching personas that show how small shifts in awareness can radically change the learning experience.
This is not a book about sitting silently on cushions. It’s a toolkit for making the teaching of English more human, inclusive, and joyful. With strategies for decolonising the curriculum, supporting neurodiverse learners, and reigniting your passion for literature, The Mindful English Teacher is an essential companion for early-career and experienced teachers alike.
Because mindful teaching isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being present—and building a classroom culture where everyone can thrive.

Item Type:	Book
Keywords:	mindfulness, English teaching, well-being, subject knowledge
Departments, Centres and Research Units:	Educational Studies > Centre for Identities and Social Justice
Date:	9 December 2018
Item ID:	21989
Date Deposited:	30 Oct 2017 11:08
Last Modified:	02 Jun 2025 16:32
URI:	https://research.gold.ac.uk/id/eprint/21989

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