Best World Language Teaching Ideas Podcasts (2024)

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The Inspiring Story of the Mariposa in Nicaragua 29:21

1h ago29:21

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #159 I have something that I want to share with you as we go into this new school year. If you know me you know that I have talked a lot about my experiences in Nicaragua and I have been there this summer. I had an opportunity to sit down with Paulette Goudge and talk abou…

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Episode 110: An Alternative to Classroom Management: 6 Strategies to Cultivate Classroom Culture 31:34

2h ago31:34

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we're offering an alternative to the traditional approach of classroom management. Instead of focusing on control, we'll explore how to cultivate a classroom culture that thrives on student engagement, responsibility, and collaboration. Join me as I share six practical strategies designed to help you create …

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Teaching Your Kids Multiple Languages 38:12

2h ago38:12

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Young children have the ability to learn and retain multiple languages at the same time. What enables them to decipher between the different languages and not confuse them? And as a parent, what do you need to know about raising a multilingual child? What are some of the benefits as well as the challenges? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…

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Revisit Teacher Toolbox Episodes 4:43

4d ago4:43

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #158 This is episode 7 in my 2024 summer headspace series. This is a chance to revisit episodes from the previous school year during the summer months when you may have a little extra time. Beginning August 26th, you will see new episodes with exciting new topics every Mon…

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NEW! Beyond My Years: Teaching with heart, starring Joyce Abbott 50:04

7d ago50:04

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Check out Amplify’s new podcast, Beyond My Years— host and educator Ana Torres seeks out educational insights and hard-won lessons directly from people who have thrived for decades in the classroom: seasoned educators. On this premiere episode, Ana soaks up wisdom from Joyce Abbott, an educator so passionate about her students that she inspired one…

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Episode 109: Building Connections and Competence: Exploring Language Acquisition and Motivation with Dr. Liam Printer 55:23

6d ago55:23

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Send us a Text Message. This is our first collaboration episode with the outstanding Dr. Liam Printer, host of the Motivated Classroom Podcast. In this episode, we dive into the heart of language acquisition, motivation, and community-building in the classroom. We share practical strategies to inspire your students, enhance comprehensible input, an…

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Coping with Your Child's Serious Diagnosis 32:56

43m ago32:56

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A serious medical diagnosis can change your family's life forever. Suddenly, you are thrust into an environment of doctor's appointments, blood tests, x-rays and more. As a parent, how do you explain the situation to your child? How can a serious diagnosis impact the relationship with your spouse and other siblings? Plus, tips from parents who have…

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Revisit Grammar, Language Functions and Proficiency Growth 3:54

1d ago3:54

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #157 This is episode 6 in my 2024 summer headspace series. This is a chance to revisit episodes from the previous school year during the summer months when you may have a little extra time. Beginning August 26th, you will see new episodes with exciting new topics every Mon…

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Episode 108: Back To School Throw Back Series (Part 2): A Powerful First Day for World Language Success 33:33

13d ago33:33

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to Part 2 of our Back-to-School Series on Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast! In this throwback episode, we revisit Episode 43, "A Powerful First Day: Crafting an Engaging Back-to-School World Language Class for Success!" Why is the first day so significant? Because that initial encounter with your students s…

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Parenting Subsequent Children After Infant Loss 50:03

6d ago50:03

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Losing a child is devastating to a family. Parents are not only dealing with grief but they are forced to somehow find the strength to continue to parent their other children, who are also greatly impacted by the situation. Today you'll meet some parents who are living with the reality of losing a child. They share their struggles and they'll provi…

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Episodio 107: 5 Estrategias Clave para Un Manejo de Clases Éxitoso al Comenzar el Año Escolar 31:41

8d ago31:41

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Send us a Text Message. En este episodio de Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, comparto cinco estrategias esenciales para establecer un manejo de clases positivo desde el primer día de clases. Descubre cómo las rutinas claras, un sistema eficaz para captar la atención de los estudiantes, reglas bien definidas, y la importancia de tomar descanso…

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Revisit Guided Conversations and Chat Mats 3:51

16d ago3:51

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #156 This is episode 5 in my 2024 summer headspace series. This is a chance to revisit episodes from the previous school year during the summer months when you may have a little extra time. Beginning August 26th, you will see new episodes with exciting new topics every Mon…

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Episode 106: Back To School ThrowBack Series (Part 1): Setting the Stage for a Successful School Year in our World Language Classes 33:08

20d ago33:08

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Send us a Text Message. In this throwback episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, we revisit Episode 42, "Setting The Stage: Key Areas To Prepare for a Successful Year in our WL Classes." As the new academic year approaches, it's the perfect time to refresh our strategies for a smooth and successful start. Join us as we delve into the fou…

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Childhood Obesity: Help Your Child Maintain a Healthy Weight 47:04

13d ago47:04

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As parents, how do you know if your child is maintaining a healthy weight? How to do strike the balance eating foods that are nutritious versus foods that are convenient? And how much does exercise play a role? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network

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Revisit Coaching Episodes 5:55

15d ago5:55

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #155 This is episode 4 in my 2024 summer headspace series. This is a chance to revisit episodes from the previous school year during the summer months when you may have a little extra time. Beginning August 26th, you will see new episodes with exciting new topics every Mon…

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#21 - Teacher Longevity and Maintaining Joy with Kia London | Meet the Speaker Series 30:23

19d ago30:23

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Send us a Text Message. The Practical & Comprehensible conference is back for 2024! Meet presenter Kia D. London to hear more about her awesome presentation and focus on teacher longevity and maintaining joy, especially as an introverted middle school teacher transitioning to high school. Sign up for this free conference July 29-31 here: https://la…

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#20 - Beating Teacher Burnout with Clarity and Confidence | Pav of Fle avec Mme D| Meet the Speaker Series 25:25

19d ago25:25

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Send us a Text Message. The Practical & Comprehensible conference is back for 2024! Meet presenter Pav of Fle avec Mme D to hear more about her awesome presentation and focus on beating teacher burnout through her journey of having no designated prep time since covid hit her classroom. Sign up for this free conference July 29-31 here: https://lalib…

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Episode 105: Comprehensible-Based Teaching From Elementary to High School: Three Teachers and Three Perspectives 1:12:41

29d ago1:12:41

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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how comprehensible input-based teaching varies across different educational levels? How does it look in an elementary school compared to middle and high school? Today’s episode has the answers! In this episode, we will explore how comprehensible input-based teaching looks at different educational level…

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#19 - Identity Self-Exploration with Students, Representation, and Social Justice with Middle Schoolers with Allison Perryman | Meet the Speaker Series Practical & Comprehensible 34:41

1M ago34:41

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Send us a Text Message. The Practical & Comprehensible conference is back for 2024! Meet presenter Allison Perryman of The Cultural Classroom to hear more about her awesome presentation and focus on social justice, representation, and identity self-exploration through culture in her Spanish class. @theculturalclassroom Sign up for this free confere…

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Buying New Versus Used for Your Kids 42:58

20d ago42:58

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Parenting can be expensive. Fortunately, there are great options for getting some of that money back by buying and selling used items. What items are best to resell and which ones should you definitely buy new? Where can you find the best deals? And what tips do our parents have for making each sale worth the extra effort? Learn more about your ad …

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A Customer-Centric Vision for Healthcare's Future with Eric Tagliere 38:08

30d ago38:08

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In this episode, Richard Owen speaks with Eric Tagliere, Chief Technology Officer at Humana, about the challenges and opportunities present in the healthcare industry. They emphasize the importance of a customer-focused approach and the convergence of technology and consumer expectations, highlighting the potential for significant progress in the i…

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Revisit Class Pacing and Classroom Management 3:54

1M ago3:54

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #154 This is episode 3 in my 2024 summer headspace series. This is a chance to revisit episodes from the previous school year during the summer months when you may have a little extra time. Beginning August 26th, you will see new episodes with exciting new topics every Mon…

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Episode 104: Brain, Strategies and Backward Design with Comprehensible Input: A conversation with Haiyun Lu 52:17

1M ago52:17

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Send us a Text Message. This episode is part of my celebration of the 100th episode of Growing with Proficiency, and our guest today is Haiyun Lu, a Mandarin teacher renowned for her expertise in comprehensible input (CI). In this episode, Haiyun shares her insights on brain-based learning, practical strategies for implementing CI in language class…

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Distant Families: Ways to Stay in Touch 40:44

28d ago40:44

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We love our children and we want to spend as much time with them as possible. But, the reality is many kids are forced to be separated from their parents for reasons such as divorce, business travel, military deployment, and more. This separation may be physical, but it doesn't have to be overly emotional. Today we'll explore some simple ways paren…

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#18 - Using Research-Based Social Justice Units and Teaching Techniques with Timothy Chávez | Meet the Speaker Series Practical & Comprehensible 31:41

28d ago31:41

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Send us a Text Message. Practical and Comprehensible is the premiere conference event each year for proficiency-oriented world language teachers! This year, come meet the speakers on the Practical Proficiency Podcast to get a sneak peek and bonus content from the presenters! Meet Timothy Chávez, who is presenting this year on thematic units with so…

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Revisit Trying Something New 3:55

1M ago3:55

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #153 This is episode 2 in my 2024 summer headspace series. This is a chance to revisit episodes from the previous school year during the summer months when you may have a little extra time. Beginning August 26th, you will see new episodes with exciting new topics every Mon…

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Episode 103: Shifting to Comprehension-Based Teaching - Overcoming Common Obstacles 1:12:16

1M ago1:12:16

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Send us a Text Message. Are you feeling excited yet overwhelmed about shifting to comprehension-based instruction? If so, you're not alone. Understanding SLA (Second Language Acquisition) research highlights that this shift is not just an option but a necessity. So, how can we make it happen without burning out? We dive into these questions with ou…

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#17 - Using Art in World Language | Practical & Comprehensible Meet the Presenter: Courtney of Llearning Llama 19:53

1M ago19:53

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Send us a Text Message. The Practical & Comprehensible conference is back for 2024! Meet presenter Courtney Bonino of Llearning Llama to hear more about her awesome presentation: ARTful Lesson Planning! Her presentation this year is all about how to use Art in your Spanish classes and world language classes at large. Sign up for this free conferenc…

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Get Your Body Back (After Baby) 35:21

1M ago35:21

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Becoming a mother means giving everything to your baby- including your body. And while caring for your little one is top priority, so is your personal health and well-being. For many mothers, getting their bodies back in shape is an important step in this process. What areas of the body are typically impacted the most by pregnancy and childbirth? W…

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Customer Lifetime Value and the Future of CX with Don Peppers 36:09

1M ago36:09

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In this episode, Richard Owen sits down with Don Peppers, a global authority on marketing and business competition, to delve into the intricacies of customer behavior, customer-centric companies, and the evolving landscape of customer experience (CX). Don, renowned in the world of CRM for co-authoring the landmark book "The One to One Future," shar…

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Revisit Honing Our Craft 4:04

2M ago4:04

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #152 This is episode 1 in my 2024 summer headspace series. This is a chance to revisit episodes from the previous school year during the summer months when you may have a little extra time. Beginning August 26th, you will see new episodes with exciting new topics every Mon…

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Episode 102: Storylistening in the Classroom with Margarita Pérez-García 1:19:30

2M ago1:19:30

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Send us a Text Message. Imagine having your students acquire 0.20 words per minute! That’s 1,200 words per 100 hours of instruction. 🤯 When Margarita Pérez-García heard from Dr. Beniko Mason that there is a Second Language Acquisition methodology that can accomplish that, she was on a mission to bring this methodology to her classroom. This methodo…

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Preparing Toddlers for Preschool 39:36

1M ago39:36

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Starting preschool is a big step for many toddlers, and for parents! So, what can you do to prepare your little one for the big day? How can you help make drop-off go smoothly (with less tears)? And what's the best way to communicate with their teachers so you both can plan for the best experience possible? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m…

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Episodio 101: Cómo Integrar Principios de Segunda Lengua y Cumplir con Exigencias Curriculares (incluyendo AP e IB) a través de Narrativas 35:46

1M ago35:46

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Send us a Text Message. ¿Te gustaría saber cómo construir un currículo que no solo facilite la adquisición de una segunda lengua, sino que también cumpla con los exigentes requisitos de tus clases incluyendo tus clases de AP e IB? En este episodio, comparto el modelo clave que he desarrollado para lograrlo en todas mis clases. Descubre cómo puedes …

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Get Into Your Summer Head Space 5:41

2M ago5:41

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #151 Now that the school year is over hopefully you have a little less on your mind and have a little extra time. This is the perfect time to get into your summer headspace. What do I mean by that? You’ll soon understand. Let’s jump in. time to reflect without other pressi…

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Beyond My Years podcast trailer 3:43

2M ago3:43

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Listen to this trailer for our new podcast, Beyond My Years, launching August 14th. Every day headlines tout something “new” in education—the latest research, the hottest tech, the trendiest new hacks for organizing your classroom. However, beyond all the hype there’s one underestimated resource that’s truly deserving of our attention: educators wh…

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Episode 100: Can Teaching Remain Joyful? Celebrating 100 Episodes with Bertha Delgadillo and Meredith White! 1:12:48

2M ago1:12:48

1:12:48

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to a milestone episode of Growing with Proficiency! 🎉 Today, we’re celebrating our 100th episode with a deep dive into sustaining joy and passion in teaching. I’m thrilled to be joined by two powerhouse educators, Meredith White and Bertha Delgadillo, who will share their insights on how to maintain joy in our classr…

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Using the Public Restrooms with Kids 51:18

2M ago51:18

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Public restrooms. Those words alone can cause even the most experienced parents to panic. But, taking your kiddos to the bathroom is pretty much unavoidable anytime you venture outside your home. So, how do you make the most out of your situation? What are some practical tips to help you stay focused so you (and your kids) can do your business and …

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From NLP to LLMs: Insights in language understanding from Industry Leaders 32:40

2M ago32:40

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This new edition of the CX Iconoclast podcast is a timely panel discussion on the evolution of language understanding. Richard Owen hosts three panelists: Brian Curry, Co-founder and Head of Engineering Customers at OCX Cognition; Maurice FitzGerald, Head of Content at OCX Cognition; and special guest Alyona Medelyan, CEO and co-founder of Thematic…

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How Do You Assess Your Own Teaching? 20:09

2M ago20:09

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #150 How often do we stop to reflect on our teaching? Hopefully we take the time and opportunity to do it regularly so that we are teaching our students as effectively as possible. In this episode I’m going to talk about reflective practice and how we can use this as langu…

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Episode 99: Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling: A Deep Dive with Dr. Karen Lichtman 48:29

2M ago48:29

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Growing with Proficiency, we welcome back Dr. Karen Lichtman for a great conversation on TPRS (Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling). Dr. Karen Lichtman, an expert in the field and the author of the book Teaching Proficiency Through Reading and Storytelling (TPRS), explains the three core …

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Family Game Night Ideas 45:38

2M ago45:38

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Forget the TV- grab some fun, hands-on games and hang out with your family! If you have a toddler, this is the perfect time to introduce board games, cards, and anything that uses their imagination! In this episode, our parents chat about what games their kids like the most and how family game nights are creating awesome memories for their kiddos (…

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Circumlocution, An Essential Communication Skill 18:35

2M ago18:35

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #149 As teachers, and proficient second language speakers, we have figured out ways to communicate words that we don’t know. We can teach this skill to students early on so that they can begin doing it right away. Circumlocution is a strategy for describing or defining a c…

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Episode 98: Breaking the Grammar Myth with Hélène Colinet 50:11

2M ago50:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Growing with Proficiency, the podcast, I sit down with Hélène Colinet to discuss why and how we need to break the myth of grammar teaching and the importance of leading our classes with comprehensible input. Originally from France and now residing in Spain, Hélène is an extraordinary language educator and …

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From the priesthood to the classroom 1:01:42

2M ago1:01:42

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When Seth Knight left seminary after training for the priesthood in Milan for 3 years, he wasn’t quite sure what he’d do next. Qualified in music, and a former professional dancer, Seth knew he loved working with people and performing. Teaching came calling, and a truly unique story followed. In this fascinating episode, we deal with spirituality, …

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Stay-at-Home Dads: How to Make It Work 45:19

3M ago45:19

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Many families "make it work" by having both parents earn incomes, while some are able to keep one spouse making money while the other cares for the kids. In the past, many might assume that staying at home is the mom’s role. However, a recent analysis of US Census Data showed that 1 in 6 stay-at-home parents is a stay-at-home dad - and it’s possibl…

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Reflexiones del Año: ¿Cómo enfrentar la apatía y la constante distracción en el aula de idiomas? 45:35

2M ago45:35

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Send us a Text Message. En este episodio, reflexionamos sobre uno de los mayores desafíos que enfrentan los profesores al hacer la transición de métodos tradicionales a métodos comunicativos: la apatía y las distracciones de los estudiantes. Analizamos cómo esta apatía ya existía con los métodos tradicionales, pero se vuelve más evidente cuando nec…

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Performance and Proficiency in the Language Classroom 20:27

3M ago20:27

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Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast. #148 What is your understanding of the word proficiency? This is a concept that we use all the time in our language classrooms. How about the word performance? This concept is also becoming more commonplace in our teaching vernacular. When we say that we are proficiency-or…

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Episode 96: Beyond Growth Mindset: Cultivating Success in Language Classes with Becca Silver 40:04

2M ago40:04

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Send us a Text Message. Join us for a powerful conversation with Becca Silver, an instructional coach and the CEO and founder of The Whole Educator. In this episode, we dive into the powerful world of mindsets in education—exploring what growth mindset truly is and how it impacts our brains, backed by fascinating research from Michigan State Univer…

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Teach Your Child to Swim 40:06

3M ago40:06

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Drowning is the second highest cause of death among children four and younger. Teaching your young child to swim can prevent you from being one of these statistics. What skills are desperately needed for survival? How do you teach these skills to your child? And, when can you start? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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