Best Online Lernen Podcasts (2024)

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Crumbs on the Sheets: English Language Exams (Episode 4, August 2023) 52:09

18h ago52:09

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In this episode, we discuss English Language Exams.In the ELT: Under The Covers crumbs on the sheets series, we take some tasty morsels from the current ELT (Education-Learning-Teaching) zeitgeist and go in-depth __________________________________________________________________________________Check out more:✔ Teacher Interviews: https://www.youtub…

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RP476: Problemy, problemy… 58:22

3d ago58:22

58:22

Learn Polish by listening to the Learn Real Polish podcast! We all find ourselves in difficult situations from which a way out must be found—serious matters that need to be considered and resolved. I’ll talk about the concept of Friedrich Nietzsche, who said: “What does not kill me makes me stronger.” I also want to tell you about the concept of th…

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John Hughes Interview: ELT Materials Writer Maestro 1:15:26

6d ago1:15:26

1:15:26

ELT Under The Covers Podcast Interview #26 with John Hughes. @JohnHughesELT is an award-winning ELT author with thirty years of experience in teaching and teacher training. He is the author of the coursebook series Life for National Geographic Learning, the methodology book Critical Thinking in ELT, A Practical Introduction to Teacher Training in E…

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Jane Willis Interview - Task-Based Teaching & Learning (TBL) 1:22:56

14d ago1:22:56

1:22:56

ELT Under The Covers Podcast Interview #25 with Jane Willis. Join us as we dive into the world of Task-Based Learning (TBL) with the renowned Jane Willis! 🌟 Known for her groundbreaking work in language teaching, Jane and her husband Dave Willis developed the influential TBL framework, detailed in their must-read books, 'A Framework for Task-Based …

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RP475: Henryk Sienkiewicz 1:10:20

17d ago1:10:20

1:10:20

Learn Polish by listening to the Learn Real Polish podcast! In this episode, I talk about Henryk Sienkiewicz, a famous Polish writer. He wrote several bestsellers and received a Nobel Prize in literature. His most famous novel, “Quo Vadis?”, has been translated into over 60 languages. I invite you to listen and learn more about this fascinating aut…

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Crumbs on the Sheets: Dogme & Dialogic Storytelling Classes (Episode 3, July 2023) 1:02:21

18d ago1:02:21

1:02:21

In this episode, we discuss Dogme & Dialogic Storytelling Classes.In the ELT: Under The Covers crumbs on the sheets series, we take some tasty morsels from the current ELT (Education-Learning-Teaching) zeitgeist and go in-depth. __________________________________________________________________________________Check out more:✔ Teacher Interviews: ht…

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RP474: Potop szwedzki 1:06:03

1M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Learn Real Polish is a podcast for learners of the Polish language. In this episode, I talk about the Deluge, the 17th-century Swedish invasion. During the wars, the Commonwealth lost approximately forty percent of its population. One of the most important episodes of this invasion was the siege of Jasna Góra, during which the sacred icon, the Blac…

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RP473: Lingwistyka 1:07:01

2M ago1:07:01

1:07:01

Learn Real Polish is a podcast for learners of the Polish language. In this episode, I talk about linguistics. I believe you are keen on linguistics, so I aim to explain it in a comprehensible way. Listening to this episode will not only give you information about linguistics but also help you learn Polish. Premium users of realpolish.pl can access…

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RP472: Łódź 1:06:46

2M ago1:06:46

1:06:46

In this episode of the Learn Real Polish Podcast, I discuss the fascinating history of Łódź. Unlike many other Polish cities, Łódź has a relatively short but dynamic history. The Industrial Revolution spurred rapid growth in textile manufacturing, attracting a diverse population of migrants, particularly Germans and Jews. I believe you will find th…

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RP471: Kolory osobowości 1:06:34

2M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Welcome to this episode of Learn Real Polish, where I will tell you about four basic personality types. Dr. Taylor Hartman labeled them as red, yellow, blue, and white. I think you will be so interested in discovering which personality type you are that you will even forget you are listening in Polish. Comprehensible input will facilitate your Poli…

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RP470: Polish Jokes 44:06

3M ago44:06

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In this episode of the Learn Polish Podcast, the focus is on Polish Jokes. We’ll explore the history and cultural significance of these jokes, and how they reflect certain aspects of Polish humor and society. I’ll discuss this fascinating subject in simple Polish, providing comprehensible input to help you improve your language skills. Premium user…

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RP469: Absurdyzm 48:55

3M ago48:55

48:55

Welcome to the latest episode of Learn Real Polish. In this episode, we'll listen to two recordings I received from Julia and Larysa. They discuss synchronicities in their lives. Additionally, we'll shift our perspective and delve into absurdism, a theory positing that the universe is irrational and devoid of inherent meaning. I trust that this Pol…

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RP468: Synchroniczność 57:37

4M ago57:37

57:37

This episode of the Learn Polish Podcast talks about a concept from Carl Jung called Synchronicity. It's about when things seem connected in a meaningful way even though there's no clear cause. I'll explain this interesting idea in simple Polish, providing Polish comprehensible input to help you understand better. Premium users of realpolish.pl can…

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RP467: Ludzie i psy 33:50

4M ago33:50

33:50

This episode of the Learn Polish Podcast is the first one since my dear dog, Jobie, passed away. Today, I want to talk about something important: the strong connection between people and dogs. It's been around for ages, from way back in ancient times to now. This bond is so deep that it's a big part of human life everywhere in the world. If you'd l…

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RP466: Dylemat więźnia – zdradzić czy współpracować 56:32

5M ago56:32

56:32

This is the Learn Real Polish Podcast! In this episode, I'll talk about the prisoner's dilemma, which is like a game that pops up in many real-life situations where people need to make smart choices. It's called a "dilemma" because it's tricky - even though working together would be best, it's tough for them to trust each other or figure out how to…

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RP465: Eksperyment psychologiczny 57:50

5M ago57:50

57:50

This is the Learn Real Polish Podcast! In this episode, I will tell you about the Rosenhan experiment, conducted to determine the validity of psychiatric diagnoses. As always, I'll explain everything as simply and clearly as possible. My goal is to provide you with interesting material to help you learn Polish. Listening and reading are the best wa…

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RP464: Putin kontra Nawalny 59:00

6M ago59:00

59:00

Welcome to The Real Polish Podcast. Today marks the second anniversary of the Russian attack on Ukraine. I have a recording from Ira in which she talks about her first days after the attack. Last week, Alexey Navalny was murdered in a Russian prison. These two events were the inspiration behind making this episode about Putin and Navalny. Please co…

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RP463: Roald Amundsen 1:08:48

6M ago1:08:48

1:08:48

Welcome to The Real Polish Podcast. Today, we'll learn about Roald Amundsen, a famous explorer from Norway. He went on exciting trips to the cold places of the world. We'll talk about his adventures in an easy way. Learning about Amundsen is also good for improving your Polish. Join us on this journey and become a premium member at realpolish.pl to…

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RP462: Dowód na reinkarnację 58:41

7M ago58:41

58:41

Welcome to The Real Polish Podcast, your go-to resource for learning Polish. In this episode, I'll be talking about the James Leininger reincarnation case. I'll explain it in a way that's easy to understand, especially if you're at an intermediate level. Listening to stories like this is a great way to improve your language skills. To get access to…

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RP461: Polityka w Polsce w XXI wieku 1:13:35

7M ago1:13:35

1:13:35

This is The Real Polish Podcast, providing comprehensive input for learners of the Polish language. In this episode, I talk about politics in Poland from 2000 to 2024, with a special focus on two of the most powerful politicians, Donald Tusk and Jarosław Kaczyński. Listening to stories is one of the most efficient ways to improve language skills. P…

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RP460: Opowieść Wigilijna 43:50

8M ago43:50

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This Real Polish Podcast provides comprehensive input for learners of the Polish language. In this episode, I retell Charles Dickens' story 'Christmas Tale.' Listening to stories is one of the most efficient ways to improve language skills. You can also access Polish transcripts of all podcast episodes by becoming a premium member at realpolish.pl …

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RP459: Kazimierz Wielki 59:39

9M ago59:39

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This episode of Learn Polish Podcast is about the history of Poland at the time of Casimir the Great, that is, in the 14th century. He was the last monarch of the Piast dynasty on the Polish throne. He is considered one of the most outstanding rulers of Poland. Full transcript in Polish is available for premium users of realpolish.pl The post RP459…

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RP458: Pan Tan 42:13

9M ago42:13

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In this episode of Learn Real Polish, I would like to discuss Mr. Tan, a patient of Dr. Broca who lost his ability to speak in his 30s. He retained the capacity to comprehend language, yet he found himself unable to articulate words. I will present the information in a manner that is easy to grasp, making this podcast an excellent resource for enha…

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RP457: Opowiadanie na Halloween 48:34

9M ago48:34

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Welcome to the latest episode of the Learn Real Polish podcast! We'll hear from two of our listeners, Ashley and Alexander, who have shared their thoughts and stories with us. Get ready for a captivating story based on "Głucha przestrzeń" by Stefan Grabiński, often called the Polish Edgar Allan Poe. After the story, I'll give you a brief overview o…

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RP456: Jak powstał Izrael 53:14

10M ago53:14

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Welcome to a new episode of the Learn Real Polish Podcast. This time, we're exploring the journey that led to the creation of the State of Israel. We'll look at the history, important events, and important people who influenced the birth of the nation. From its ancient beginnings to the time after World War II, this episode will give you a brief su…

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RP455: Teoria heliocentryczna 54:45

10M ago54:45

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In this episode of the Learn Real Polish Podcast, we begin with a look at its origins in ancient civilizations and the shift from the Earth-centered view to the Sun-centered model, thanks to thinkers like Nicolaus Copernicus. We also touch on the conflicts between science and religion during this period. I strongly believe that listening to the int…

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RP454: Maurycy Beniowski 51:31

11M ago51:31

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In this episode of the Learn Real Polish Podcast, get ready for an epic adventure as we delve into the life of Maurycy Beniowski, the 18th-century explorer and adventurer. Learn Polish and stay tuned for a journey through history, adventure, and discovery! Transcripts of this and all other episodes of the podcast are available to all premium subscr…

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RP453: Barbie 51:13

12M ago51:13

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In this episode of the Learn Real Polish Podcast, I will talk about the movie Barbie. I have to tell you that initially I had no intention of watching a film about Barbie. I thought it was just a movie for teenagers and I wouldn't find anything interesting there. However, the marketing did its job… I finally bought tickets and together with Anna we…

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RP452: Oppenheimer 52:15

1y ago52:15

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In this episode of the Real Polish Podcast, I'm talking about Robert Oppenheimer and the atomic bomb. There's an important anniversary in September – the Hiroshima and Nagasaki events. It's a sad part of history, but I think you'll find it really interesting. Just like always, I'm trying to make this podcast easy for you to understand. That's why I…

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RP451: Walt Disney 58:41

1y ago58:41

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In this episode of the Real Polish Podcast, I invite you to listen to comprehensible input about Walt Disney. When we are learning, it is very important to have a lot of exposure to the new language. I strongly believe that providing this comprehensible content will help you acquire the Polish language. Please remember that there is also a transcri…

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RP450: Mao i wróble 53:58

1y ago53:58

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This podcast uses the comprehensible input method in learning Polish. This time, I tell a very interesting and at the same time absurd story about the extermination of sparrows in China during the time of Mao Zedong. I invite you to listen and read the text, which is available for premium users on the page realpolish.pl The post RP450: Mao i wróble…

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RP449: Konfederacja targowicka 1:08:20

1y ago1:08:20

1:08:20

In this episode of Learn Real Polish Podcast, we explore the Targowica Confederation, which opposed the Constitution of 3 May 1791 and participated in the Polish–Russian War of 1792. This conflict resulted in the Second and Third Partitions of Poland. The Targowica Confederation has since become synonymous with treachery, reflecting the enduring pe…

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Online Teaching - How to Use Edtech, Social Media, & MOOCs! 1:00:22

1y ago1:00:22

1:00:22

How to use social media as an educator? Online technology allows us to impact people by teaching more than ever before, but how do educators best use digital social media platforms, video and audio streaming services, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) and various other educational technology to improve elearning? We take a look at the best practic…

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DOGME Teaching Method Explained w/ Example Class! 59:20

1y ago59:20

59:20

What is DOGME? DOGME is teacher-driven method that focuses on allowing teachers to have more autonomy and creativity in their teaching practices. It prioritizes student-centred, authentic learning experiences over a pre-determined curriculum and emphasizes a supportive classroom environment. It has its roots in an article by the language education …

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RP448: Elon Musk 58:05

1y ago58:05

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This Real Polish Podcast is a comprehensive input for learners of Polish language. In this episode I talk about famous Elon Musk, one of the the wealthiest persons in the world, a business magnate and investor. Also we will listen to two recordings from users of my learning programs. To access Polish transcripts of all podcast episodes, become a pr…

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Crumbs on the Sheets: Teacher Burnout and Mental Health in Teaching (Episode 2, June 2023) 1:10:53

1y ago1:10:53

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In this episode, we discuss mental health and teaching.In the ELT: Under The Covers crumbs on the sheets series, we take some tasty morsels from the current ELT (Education-Learning-Teaching) zeitgeist and go in depth __________________________________________________________________________________Check out more:✔ Teacher Interviews: https://www.yo…

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Anthony Hocking Interview - Teacher Burnout and Mental Health in Teaching 1:39:42

1y ago1:39:42

1:39:42

ELT Under The Covers Podcast Interview #24 with Anthony Hocking (In The Abyss Metal Podcast). He's a Trinity TYLEC tutor, an IELTS and Cambridge examiner, a pre-sessional EAP tutor, and an currently a IGCSE History teacher. Not to mention, he's also a former ADOS at IH Hanoi and DOS for SBC Canford summer 2015, and served as the BC Hanoi Staff Rep …

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Learning by Teaching (Lernen durch Lehren) Teaching Method Explained w/ Example 36:47

1y ago36:47

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What is Learning by Teaching (German: Lernen durch Lehren)? Lernen durch Lehren (Learning by Teaching) is a teaching method that involves students in the process of teaching a subject to others. The approach is based on the idea that the act of teaching promotes deeper understanding and retention of knowledge. In a Lernen durch Lehren setting, stud…

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RP447: Mafia 50:12

1y ago50:12

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This is Learn Polish Podcast, a comprehensive input for learners of Polish. In this episode I talk about the history of the Sicilian mafia Cosa Nostra. We will also listen to recordings from users of my learning programs. I'm sure that listening to and reading the transcript of this episode will bring you one step closer to fluency in Polish. To ac…

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Lecture Method of Teaching Explained w/ Example Classes! 56:07

1y ago56:07

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What is the Lecture Method? Lecturing is the formal, teacher-centric, oral presentation of information to a large group of learners. We look at the pros and cons of this approach to teaching as we analyze a boring lecture, an interesting lecture, and a new exciting type of lecture class! #LectureMethodOfTeachingMeritsAndDemerits #LectureMethodOfTea…

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Giving Instructions in the Classroom Method Explained w/ Example 53:32

1+ y ago53:32

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We look at 5 steps to give clearer classroom instructions proposed by Jim Scrivener in his book 'Learning Teaching'. In language classes teachers have to give instructions for activities in a new language even though their learners may not have a very good command of the language. This means that teachers need to use classroom language which is nat…

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RP446: Powstanie w getcie warszawskim 57:45

1+ y ago57:45

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In this episode of the Learn Real Polish Podcast, I will be talking about the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. This is the only uprising I didn't cover in episode RP444, where I talked about the history of Polish national uprisings. The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising was a significant event in world history and played a crucial role in the fight against the atrocit…

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Crumbs on the Sheets: Future of Language Teaching (Episode 1, Jan 2023) 1:13:33

1+ y ago1:13:33

1:13:33

In this episode of ELT Under the Covers, We dive deep into the evolving world of English language teaching. We explore the key differences between ESOL and TEFL, discuss the intricacies of government qualifications, and tackle the challenges of traditional assessment methods. We also examine the impact of technology in the classroom, including AI a…

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ESA (Engage Study Activate) Teaching Method Explained w/ Example Class! 43:53

1+ y ago43:53

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What is the Engage Study Activate teaching method? The Engage Study Activate (ESA) teaching method emphasizes active learning in a meaningful context. This method is based on the idea that students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process and when they are exposed to authentic and meaningful language use. The ESA method is …

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RP445: Pinokio 53:59

1+ y ago53:59

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This is the Learn Polish Podcast. In this episode, I will talk about the story of Pinocchio. In particular, I will tell you the story from the movie made by Guillermo del Toro. So, if you don't want it spoiled, please consider watching the movie first and then listening to this episode. I believe that listening to stories is a great way to learn a …

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PPP (Practice Presentation Production) Method Explained w/ Example Class! 1:28:57

1+ y ago1:28:57

1:28:57

What is the Practice Presentation Production Teaching Method? The Practice-Presentation-Production (PPP) teaching method is a method for foreign language instruction that emphasizes the gradual development of language skills through a sequence of activities. This method is based on the idea that language learning is a process that involves practice…

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Communicative Language Teaching Method Explained w/ Example Class! 56:09

1+ y ago56:09

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What is Communicative Language Teaching? Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) is a teaching method that emphasizes developing learners' ability to communicate effectively in the target language using authentic language in real-life situations. It focuses on holistic development of language skills such as listening, speaking, reading, and writing, …

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RP444: Polskie powstania narodowe 1:04:56

1+ y ago1:04:56

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In this episode of the Learn Polish Podcast, I talk about the history of Polish national uprisings. We almost always lost our uprisings, it is a difficult part of our history. In this episode, I discuss whether it was worth fighting this way for our independence. I think this is an interesting topic for Polish language learners to listen to. Transc…

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Silent Way Teaching Method Explained w/ Example Class! 1:05:34

1+ y ago1:05:34

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What is The Silent Way? The Silent Way is a language teaching method developed by Caleb Gattegno in the 1970s that emphasizes learner autonomy and minimal teacher talk. The method is based on the idea that the teacher should remain "silent" as much as possible, allowing the students to discover language for themselves through visual aids and their …

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Suggestopedia Teaching Method Explained w/ Example Class! 1:20:26

1+ y ago1:20:26

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What is the Suggestopedia Teaching Method? Suggestopedia is a 1970s teaching method that uses suggestion and psycho-physiology to create a relaxed and motivating environment for language learning. The method aims to help learners overcome psychological blocks and tap into their unconscious resources for learning. The teacher uses a variety of techn…

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