S9E4: A Disruptive Approach to Teaching and Materials
Author of How to Write Inclusive Materials, Tyson Seburn, discusses a disruptive approach to building greater empathy and inclusion in the language classroom. In this interview, Tyson walks through the five stages of the disruptive approach and suggests topics, questions, materials and activities we can use for each lesson stage.
S9E3: Coaching Language Learners to Success
Founder of Fluent Language, Kerstin Cable, discusses the difference between teaching and coaching. Kerstin walks through key elements of her language habit system, which focuses on a cycle of planning, tracking, reviewing, and goal setting to set learners up for success.
S9E2: Common Myths about Teaching Pronunciation
Founder of Pronunciation with Emma, Emma Walker, addresses myths surrounding teaching pronunciation, from misconceptions about the skills we need as teachers to common mixups between accent and pronunciation.
S9E1: Lesson Materials to Try with Your Adult Learners
Teacher and materials writer Silvina Mascitti shares three lesson plans from her library of free materials at EFL Creative Ideas. Silvina walks through the various lesson stages for each lesson and shares insights into how she uses the materials with her adult learners.
Season Special: Three Great Works of Literature
Retired teacher Chris Starling shares a few of his favourite works of literature that inspired him as a linguaphile and educator. Listeners are invited to continue the conversation by sharing their favourite works of literature in the comments.
S8E10: Choosing the Right Technology for Your Context
Founder of Charlie's Lessons shares three key questions to remember when choosing technology for your teaching context.
S8E9: Going From Good to Great in Writing
Writing Tutor and Coach, Paul Duke, shares what distinguishes a good piece of writing from a great one and how coaching can help learners become great writers.
S8E8: Using TV Shows in the Language Classroom
Teacher Samvidha Srinath talks about using clips from popular TV shows in her classes, the benefits it brings to her teenage learners, and how she uses the material in class.
S8E7: Debunking Myths About Dyslexia & Language Learning
Founder of PolCa Languages, Ania Karwowska, talks about myths surrounding dyslexia and language learning. Ania draws from research to address three prevalent myths and what we can do instead to support learners.
S8E6: Gathering Feedback From Learners
Teacher Educator Kate Semerenko talks about the important role learner feedback has in helping us develop our courses, materials and teaching practice. Kate shares how to gather feedback and how best to implement it.
S8E5: Freelancer or Business Owner. What's the difference?
Founder of Earn Learn Thrive, Rachael Roberts, discusses the nuances between freelancing and business ownership in education. Rachael offers valuable insights for educators wanting to move from employment into business ownership.
S8E4: Organising Online Learning Events
Founder of English with Abigail, Abigail Fulbrook, shares insights into the online events she organises for learners and teachers of languages. Abigail talks about what inspired her to start hosting events, the benefits they offer, and tips on how to get involved.
S8E3: Three Ways To Grow Your Money
Founder of The Chilled Investor, Nicola Prentis, shares three ways in which we can start to grow our funds by exploring potential tax-free pensions, investments, and employer pension-matching options. This episode is not financial advice, but educational tips and insights designed to help you build your financial literacy.
S8E2: Creating Content To Grow Your Learning Community
Teacher and founder of English with Amy Online talks about the different types of content she creates to promote her online teaching business and attract paying students. Whether you own an education business or want to create a community around your school, this episode with provide insight into the type of content you can create and best practices to keep in mind.
S8E1: Reflecting on Critical Incidents to Build Better Teams
Author Ian McMaster talks about common challenges international teams often face and how taking time to reflect on critical incidents can improve teamwork. This episode is helpful whether you work as part of an international teaching team or seek ways to develop this skill set with your teenage or adult language learners.
Season Special: Benefits of Forest Bathing
This special episode features a narrative from educator David Stepanczuk, who shares his journey from the challenges of finding work in Japan to discovering the practice of forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) for stress relief.
S7E10: Misconceptions About Social Media with Ola Kowalska
Business Coach and Mentor Ola Kowalska tackles common misconceptions about using social media in English Language Teaching (ELT), and shares what we need to focus on to grow our teaching business.
S7E9: Teaching Teens Beyond Traditional Test Scores with Gregory Diehl
Author Gregory Diehl examines the challenges of teaching English for practical purposes versus test results. Gregory reflects on his experience and suggests how to engage and support teenage students in using English for authentic communication.
S7E8: Building a Reading Habit in Class with Kyle Larson
Kyle Larson, a seasoned teacher and the founder of AIR Language, an English reading platform for secondary school students, shares the challenges he has faced in sourcing tailored texts and building a reading habit with learners.
S7E7: Tackling Self-Limiting Beliefs in Leadership with Shane Leaning
Organisational Coach Shane Leaning dispels common self-limiting beliefs that often deter us from pursuing leadership roles in education.