Breaking Barriers: Inclusive ELT Through Critical Discourse Analysis and Universal Design for Learning

The eshop link to my latest publication, “Breaking Barriers” is now available for your convenience. My heartfelt appreciation to everyone who has supported me in this endeavor.

Product Info: “Breaking Barriers is a research-informed teacher development handbook that bridges inclusive theory and classroom practice. Combining the critical lens of CDA with the flexibility of UDL, Katherine Reilly offers educators practical strategies to embrace diversity, foster safe learning spaces, and empower every learner. Drawing from real classroom experiences, reflective activities, and case studies, this book redefines what inclusion means in English Language Teaching. Accessible, engaging, and deeply practical, Breaking Barriers inspires teachers to challenge bias, celebrate learner identities, and create environments where all students can thrive.”

purchase here: eshop link

Reilly, K. (2025). Breaking barriers: Inclusive ELT through critical discourse analysis and universal design for learning. Brightales Publications. ISBN 978-618-87725-2-6.  https://brightales.gr/product/breaking-barriers-by-katherine-reilly/

IATEFL MaWSIG Free Webinar

Iatefl Materials Writing SIG’s next webinar will feature Katherine Reilly, renowned ELT author and teacher trainer, who will explore how AI can empower materials writers to create more inclusive, personalised, and learner-centred content.

Katherine brings her expertise to help us rethink materials writing for the future. She specialises in learner-centred teaching and has delivered sessions on Inclusive AI for the British Council and multiple IATEFL SiGs. She has published extensively in ELT and children’s literature, serves as an oral examiner, and is a regular contributor to ELT NEWS magazine on equitable and accessible teaching practices.

👉 Free for all to attend! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from her inspiring work!

🔗 Sign up now via the link in bio / IATEFL website: https://www.iatefl.org/event-details/#/?id=703

Thank You for Attending Our Conference

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible audience of TeachingEnglish South Asia,for your warm and inspiring presence during today’s session! I was truly overwhelmed by your enthusiasm, thoughtful engagement, and genuine interest in using AI to create inclusive, meaningful learning experiences even in low-resource classrooms. Your passion for teaching, despite daily challenges, reminded me why this work matters so deeply. Let’s keep learning from one another and breaking barriers, one lesson at a time.

https://www.britishcouncil.org.bd/en/programmes/teach/sa2025