Best CELPIP Podcasts (2024)

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How To Get Started With Your CELPIP Speaking Practice. 25:41

3d ago25:41

25:41

Are you struggling to just get started with your CELPIP Speaking practice? Then this episode is for you! If you know that you need to be practicing for the Speaking section of the CELPIP exam, but you have no idea how to even get started, then listen closely and follow along with this episode. My personal guarantee for you is if you follow these fo…

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Test Prep: How to Prepare Students for the IELTS/TOEFL/TOEIC/CELPIP 27:31

21d ago27:31

27:31

Send us a Text Message. Jackie and Jennifer talk all things preparing students for English proficiency exams like the TOEFL, TOIEC, CELPIP, or IELTS. We give some tips and tricks, strategies, and things to avoid like the plague. Help students improve their English exam scores with these pro-level tips! Find Out More: TOEFL Reading Tips IELTS Speaki…

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Tips for Teaching English to Adult Beginners 12:27

7d ago12:27

12:27

Send us a Text Message. Jackie talks about all things teaching English to adult beginners. Teaching ESL to lower-level adults can be quite tricky because they often lack confidence. Here are some tips and tricks for building confidence, including making the class as student-centred as possible, doing a needs analysis and focusing on vocabulary. Fin…

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CELPIP Speaking Task 2: Tips for Success 40:52

11d ago40:52

40:52

How To Master CELPIP Speaking Task 2: Tips and Strategies In this episode, you will get a walk through of CELPIP Speaking Task 2, which involves sharing a personal experience. You'll learn about the importance of brainstorming, we'll focus on the past tense, as well as practical tips for practicing the past tense which include journaling and discus…

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How to Master Brainstorming for the CELPIP Exam 23:32

17d ago23:32

23:32

In this episode, I'm talking about how you can improve your brainstorming skills. If brainstorming is hard for you, know that you're not alone! Many test takers report this as being one of their pain points! The episode revisits key concepts from a previous discussion on mindset and creativity and offers practical tips to improve brainstorming unde…

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Should I Use a Template To Help Me Get A Higher CELPIP Score? 9:50

25d ago9:50

9:50

Why You Should Avoid Using Templates for CELPIP Preparation This episode of the Speak English Fearlessly podcast discusses the pitfalls of using templates for CELPIP exam preparation. You've likely heard or read about templates before - they are easily available online. But just because you can easily get one, does that mean you should use it? NO! …

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How To Give Yourself Feedback On The Speaking Tasks of the CELPIP Exam: You CAN prep on your own! 28:01

1M ago28:01

28:01

In this episode of the Speak English Fearlessly podcast, you will learn a practical process for self-study that will transform the way you prep for the CELPIP! Key strategies include: Using a voice recorder to review and critique performance, Understanding the timing for brainstorming and recording responses, and creating outlines for answers. I'll…

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Task Based Learning and Teaching 33:21

1M ago33:21

33:21

Send us a Text Message. Jackie and Jennifer talk all things task-based learning and teaching. Level up your English classes with all ages and levels by incorporating some task-based activities. We talk about the reasons to use this style of lesson, as well as some of the classic activities to use. Find Out More: Task-Based Language Teaching Intro t…

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Stop Saying "Um" and "Uh" to get higher CELPIP Speaking Scores 19:21

1M ago19:21

19:21

Do you struggle with saying "Um" and "Uh" too much? If so, listen to today's episode where you'll learn 3 strategies that will help you kick these pesky filler words out of your vocabulary! "Um" and "Uh" can seriously hurt your CELPIP scores if you use them too much. Don't let that happen to you! 00:00 Frustration with Filler Words 01:58 Introducti…

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How To Take Notes On The CELPIP (It’s easier than you think!) 12:01

2M ago12:01

12:01

Struggling with note-taking on the CELPIP exam? This episode dives into practical strategies to enhance your note-taking skills. Learn the importance of practicing with the five Ws (who, what, when, where, and why) while watching English TV shows and listening to various audio content. Discover how to set yourself up for success by paying attention…

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Top 10 ESL Games and Activities for Adults 7:18

2M ago7:18

7:18

Send us a Text Message. Check out my top 10 ESL games and activities for adults. The key to better English classes is a wide variety of engaging and interactive activities and this podcast episode will help you get there in style! Find Out More: ESL Conversation Activities for Adults ESL Games for Adults on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie on Instag…

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Do this to effectively practice for the CELPIP 14:29

2M ago14:29

14:29

If you've ever wondered if you're doing the right thing...the real right thing... to be preparing for the CELPIP exam, then this episode is for you. I'll be sharing one of the most important things you need to be doing to prepare for the exam. We all tend to avoid doing it because we're kind of hard wired in this way, but it's seriously a mistake t…

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Tips for Teaching English for Specific Purposes 12:21

2M ago12:21

12:21

Send us a Text Message. Check out these tips for teaching English for specific purposes, including medical English, aviation English, tourism English, business English, and more. The tips include using role-plays, focusing on vocabulary, helping students get the results they need, and doing a needs analysis. Find Out More: ESL Speaking on Facebook …

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Do the hard things to prepare for the Speaking Section of the CELPIP 16:04

2M ago16:04

16:04

Why listen today: If you struggle with the clock as you brainstorm, then you absolutely need to listen to today's podcast. The dreaded clock - that timer that ticks away at you as you frantically try to develop your answer before the recording begins on the speaking section of the CELIP - is one of the most feared aspects of the exam. Many fear it,…

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Top 10 Tips for Newbie English Teachers: Level Up Your ESL Teaching! 14:10

2M ago14:10

14:10

Send us a Text Message. Check out these tips for newbie English teachers, including learning names, ICQs and CCQs, using positive reinforcement, lesson planning, and more. Find Out More: Top 10 Tips for New English Teachers Tips for Newbie English teachers on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie on Pinterest Teaching ESL for Newbies (on Amazon) Podcast …

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Brainstorming Is Your Map To CELPIP Success 10:26

2M ago10:26

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If you are short on time, but still need to prepare for the Speaking section of the CELPIP, then listen to today's episode. What you'll learn today: Brainstorming is a tool for creating a 'map' to organize your thoughts efficiently under exam conditions. I'm going to challenge you to practice brainstorming in your day-to -day activities, such as du…

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ESL Flashcard Games and Activities for Young Learners 18:10

2M ago18:10

18:10

Send us a Text Message. Join Jackie and Jennifer as we talk all things ESL Flashcard games and activities for young learners. Pick up some tips and tricks, as well as good ideas for teaching English to children using flashcards. Find Out More: Flashcard Activities on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie on Pinterest Teaching ESL for Newbies (on Amazon) …

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How To Brainstorm On The CELPIP Exam: Stop Overthinking! 19:48

2M ago19:48

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If you struggle with brainstorming on the CELPIP exam, then this episode is for you! I'll talk about the number one challenge CELPIP test takers face when it comes to brainstorming, and what you can do about it. You'll learn the mindset you need to adapt in order to brainstorm effectively. You'll learn that it's more important to have many ideas to…

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How To Deal With Anxiety On The CELPIP Exam 43:58

3M ago43:58

43:58

Dealing with Anxiety on the CELPIP Exam Did you know AT LEAST 1 IN 4 English language learners struggle with anxiety around learning English? You're not alone if you struggle with this common challenge. In today's episode, I will: Talk about practical tips and strategies to overcome anxiety and prepare effectively for the CELPIP exam. You'll learn …

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How to Quiet a Noisy Classroom (For ESL/EFL Teachers) 28:05

3M ago28:05

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Send us a Text Message. If you want to learn how to quiet a very noisy classroom, you'll want to check out this episode as Jackie and Jennifer share their tips and tricks. Find out what not to do, along with some strategies for maintaining order and calm, in a classroom with lots of students. Find Out More: Jackie on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie…

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To Speak English Fearlessly, Maybe You Need To Take More Risks 36:57

3M ago36:57

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Why listen to today's episode? If you struggle with your speaking skills in English and for the CELPIP exam, then this episode will be an important encouragement for you! This episode dives into the importance of actually getting outside of your comfort zone and using your English - even if you feel like your skills are not very advanced, as the be…

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Speak English Fearlessly By Being Yourself! 15:47

3M ago15:47

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If you want to see your English skills improve, and specifically: if you want to learn how to speak English fearlessly, then you absolutely need to engage with English in ways that are in line with who you are and HOW you are! Listen to today's episode to learn how! 00:00 Welcome to the Speak English Fearlessly Podcast! 01:33 The Struggle of Speaki…

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How to be a Confident English Teacher (Top 10 Tips) 15:49

3M ago15:49

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Send us a Text Message. If you want to be a more confident English teacher, you'll want to check out this episode as Jackie shares her top 10 tips and tricks for gaining confidence in teaching. Find Out More: Jackie on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie on Pinterest Teaching ESL for Newbies (on Amazon) Podcast Information Support the show Support the …

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How To Speak English Fearlessly 35:27

3M ago35:27

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If you struggle with keeping conversations going in English - like you feel as though your English vanishes when you're trying to talk with an English native speaker, then today's episode is for you! I'll share a simple to use strategy that will remove all the pressure from you to carry the conversation, AND, as a bonus get the person you're talkin…

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How To Use 5 Minutes to Practice For the Reading Section Of The CELPIP Exam 30:11

4M ago30:11

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Short on time? If all you have is 5 minutes, you can still practice for the reading section of the CELPIP exam! Stop using a lack of time as the excuse that keeps you from preparing for this all too important exam! It's too important to keep pushing back! Instead, listen to today's episode and learn how you can take advantage of the 'fringes of you…

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Teaching Business English: Tips, Tricks, Activities, and Lesson Plan Ideas 24:03

4M ago24:03

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Send us a Text Message. If you teach business English, you'll want to check out this episode as Jennifer and Jackie talk everything lesson plan ideas, activities, tips, tricks, and a whole lot more. Should you use a textbook for business English? Find out here! Find Out More: Business English ESL Activities Jackie on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie…

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How To Prepare For The Writing Section Of The CELPIP With Just 10 Minutes 27:11

4M ago27:11

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Why listen to today's episode: Today you'll learn how to maximize short study sessions to help you prepare for the Writing section of the CELPIP Exam. If you've only got 5 to 10 minutes, you can use today's practice challenge! You'll learn that short, consistent study segments are effective practice, I'll challenge the misconception that only lengt…

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How To Practice For The CELPIP Exam In Just Two Minutes 18:25

4M ago18:25

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Why listen to today's episode? I want to help you bust a common myth that says something like this: in order to practice for teh CELPIP exam or practice English in general and do it well - then you need to devout large amounts of time in immersive experiences. That's a myth. What I want to help you realize today is this: consistent practice, no mat…

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Saint Patrick's Day ESL Games, Activities, and Lesson Plan Ideas 8:50

4M ago8:50

8:50

Send us a Text Message. If you want some fun ideas for St. Patrick's Day ESL lessons, have a listen! Jackie shares all of her tips and tricks for how to fun a fun Saint Patrick's Day lesson with your students. Find Out More: ESL Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day from Jackie on Youtube Jackie on TikTok 103 Low-Prep ESL Speaking Games and Activ…

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First Lesson Ideas for ESL/EFL Teachers 29:31

4M ago29:31

29:31

Send us a Text Message. If you want to know what to do during that first ESL or EFL lesson, have a listen! Jackie and Jennifer share all of their tips and tricks for what to do during the first English class, along with some of their favourite ESL icebreaker activities. And, find out how to set yourself up for success during the rest of the semeste…

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What A Leap Year Origami Party Taught Me About Asking For Help On The CELPIP Exam 27:41

4M ago27:41

27:41

What A Leap Year Origami Party Taught Me About Asking For Help On The CELPIP Exam If you've ever found yourself stuck and not knowing how to move forward with your CELPIP or English prep, then this is the episode for you! I'll be talking about something that happened to me this week during a group activity at my workplace where I found myself falli…

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