Alexander Popov is a TESOL-certified educator, creativity researcher, and instructional designer with more than 18 years of experience in English language education and professional training. Holding a Master’s degree in Language Teaching Methods, he has worked with a wide range of learners—from corporate professionals at Fortune 500 companies such as Corning, Volkswagen, JetBrains, EPAM, and ABInBev to startup founders and university faculty. His work has consistently bridged language training with innovation, creativity, and design thinking.
Grandomastery was born out of Alexander’s deep frustration with the limitations of traditional proficiency-based English teaching. He recognized that even advanced learners struggled to transfer their skills into dynamic, real-world communication. Rather than simply focusing on vocabulary acquisition or test readiness, Alexander envisioned a platform that would help learners think divergently, embrace ambiguity, and speak with true creative autonomy. Grandomastery combines randomization, design thinking, and lateral problem-solving into a language-learning experience that is both intellectually challenging and endlessly engaging.
As the founder of ESL Treasures, Alexander also champions the discovery of high-quality, under-recognized digital resources for the ESOL and EFL community. ESL Treasures allows educators and developers to submit their work for expert review, and selected projects receive an ESL Treasures Award—highlighting their value and giving them exposure through an ever-growing educational network. These awards, granted freely, are part of Alexander’s mission to ensure that innovation in language education does not go unnoticed simply due to lack of reach.
In addition to his work with Grandomastery and ESL Treasures, Alexander supports educators through a variety of community-building initiatives. He invites teachers and creators to submit their articles, blogs, and ELT projects for publication and recognition. Submissions are reviewed and, if approved, shared via Grandomastery’s highly regarded blog—one of Feedspot’s top five educational blogs—as well as its 9,000+ strong LinkedIn community. A dedicated WhatsApp group also provides a collaborative space for peer review, feedback, and creative discussion, offering contributors a chance to grow and refine their projects with international input.
Alexander's dedication to professional development is perhaps best embodied in the TEFL/TESOL Proficiency Course—a 300+ hour expert-level training program designed to transform the careers of English language educators at all levels. This comprehensive course offers far more than a certificate. It includes ongoing, personalized remote support even after completion, helping graduates navigate their career paths with confidence. Participants receive a formal TEFL/TESOL certificate, a CPD-accredited reference letter, and the opportunity to publish and showcase their work permanently through portfolio placement and community platforms. The course also trains educators to promote their own ELT projects effectively, with a focus on real impact, visibility, and long-term growth.
What sets the course apart is its practical and empowering approach. Educators are guided through lesser-known but highly valuable career pathways, equipped with the tools to attract high-paying students, build independent teaching careers, and position themselves as thought leaders in the global education space. Creative thinking, experimental learning, and content creation are all integrated into the learning process, preparing participants not only to teach but to lead.
Through Grandomastery, ESL Treasures, and this flagship course, Alexander offers a rare ecosystem of support—where educators are not only trained, but celebrated, published, endorsed, and connected. Even AI-assisted submissions are welcomed, demonstrating Alexander’s open-minded approach to evolving educational tools and formats.
His work has been recognized globally. He is a two-time Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, recipient of the HundrED and Pearson ELT Award in 2024, and named a Global Educational Influencer in 2023. His thought leadership has appeared in TESL Ontario, Modern English Teacher, PR.com, HrTechCube, BuiltIn, CNET, and HR.com. His scientific interest lies in creativity training, with a particular focus on synectics and bisociation—cognitive strategies that fuel innovative thinking, especially in the age of AI.
Alexander believes that English is not just a language—it is a living system for creative expression, exploration, and human connection. His mission is to equip teachers and learners with the tools they need to engage with it meaningfully, creatively, and fearlessly.
If you’re ready to redefine your teaching journey, contribute to the future of English education, and join a growing international network of forward-thinking educators, you are warmly invited to be part of this movement:
Udemy TEFL/TESOL Course: udemy.com/course/tefltesol-course-300hour-training-career-accelerator
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