Welcome to The ESL Teaching Podcast, a place for K-12 teachers of English learners who are looking for simple and easy-to-implement ways to engage their students and for inspiration and empowerment in their day-to-day teaching. Whether you need a boost of confidence in reaching ESL/ELL newcomers, students in mixed proficiency level classes, or clarity in how to help them access content in the mainstream classrooms, this podcast will quickly become your go-to spot for inspiration and support. ...
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How do I plan for my ELLs? Am I doing enough to support my ESL students? Am I a good ESL teacher? How do I lead a professional development about ESL in front of my peers? How can I have a successful ESL classroom? And the biggest question that every ESL teacher asks is, “How can I ensure my students succeed?” Welcome to Adventures in ESL Podcast! This is the place you want to be to answer all your burning questions about teaching ESL students in grades K-12. My Adventures in ESL Podcast serv ...
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Equipping ELLs is a podcast for ESL specialists and homeroom teachers who are looking for effective and engaging ways to support their English Language Learners without adding to their endless to-do list. Each week you’ll hear tips, strategies, and inspirational stories that will empower you to better reach your ELL students, equip them with life-long skills, and strengthen relationships with colleagues and parents. Your host, Beth Vaucher, is an ESL certified homeroom teacher with over 10 y ...
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The DIESOL Podcast covers EdTech in the field of English as a Second or Other Language. The show helps teachers consider best practices for their English Learning students and how to integrate technology into the classroom to help students where they are. DIESOL: Developing Innovation in English as a Second or Other Language
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Learn American English with your host Michael DiGiacomo from Happy English in New York City. Michael has been teaching English since 1994. This is an English as a Second Language (ESL) and English as a Foreign Language (EFL) podcast that brings you fun, practical, and useful English lessons which are ideal for intermediate and advanced level English learners everywhere. This podcast is perfect for university students, business professionals, homemakers, retirees and anyone who is interested ...
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Teachers know that when classes are done, the beer has been poured, teachers gather around the table, and the talk turns to...teaching. Great (and not so great ideas) are tossed around, argued, praised, and ridiculed. What's been missing is a microphone on the table. Until now. If you're a teacher, and especially if you're teaching in Japan, have a listen. Tony and Charles talk about what they've learned, what works, what doesn't, and what other teachers like you have to say.
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Hello, and welcome to ‘I Taught English Abroad’, a podcast series by the TEFL Org. If ‘I Taught English Abroad’ sounds like a simple idea, then it’s because it is. As the world’s most accredited TEFL provider, we at The TEFL Org know that our students can go on to have incredible experiences, whether they teach in classrooms in far reaches of the globe, or online from the comfort of their homes. Whether these students teach online or overseas, one vital fact remains the same: it’s utterly li ...
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The top esl/efl listening resource for those learning English and teaching English. We provide real conversations recorded for all levels of English learners. In addition, the supporting worksheets and transcripts can be used for self access or in the classroom to provide valuable English language lessons for learners of English at Beginner, Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced levels.
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Welcome to the Let’s Talk TEFL podcast with Jackie Bolen and Jennifer Smith. We’re going to discuss everything ESL/EFL teaching, including experiences teaching abroad, activity and game ideas, teaching tips, interviews with old friends, and more. Come join us in the Let’s Talk TEFL teacher’s lounge for some inspiration and entertainment!
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Learn English with Fun and Natural Conversations! We are English teachers from the U.S. and Canada, with years of experience teaching in Japan. In this podcast, we have natural, unscripted conversations and speak slowly to help you follow along. We also explain difficult words and expressions. Perfect for ESL learners from basic to advanced levels! Our original Australian co-host still joins us sometimes. Expect laughs, real-life stories, and talk about Japan, the U.S., Canada, and Australia ...
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Learn five, common expressions from Laurie, an American ESL teacher, in under five minutes. This is the stuff they don’t teach you in class! Download BONUS MATERIAL: https://americanenglishexpressions.com. Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee Subscribe to my YouTube channel: @AmericanEnglishExpressions. Follow me on Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Suggest future content: [email protected]. Thanks for listening!
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How can I improve my Business English more quickly? Why am I lacking confidence when I need English in business situations? How can I learn vocabulary and idioms for Business English? If you are asking these questions, this Podcast is for you! ALsensei is an English Teaching Professional who has been helping businesspeople with English and Communication skills in Japan for over 18 years! He has worked with people from all backgrounds and levels including consulting at Global Fortune 500 comp ...
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Welcome to The Children's Language Podcast! I’m Pamina, an ESL/ENL teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience, including Columbia University, the United Nations Language Programme, and now a German bilingual school. Growing up in a multicultural family, I understand the power of language in connecting people. In each episode, I share teaching tips for young language learners, insights from my professional journey, and personal stories and interviews! Join me as we explore the joys and ...
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Esl teaching podcast in México and the students Cover art photo provided by Janis Oppliger on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@capturethemoment
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Discussion of a variety of topics about and related to teaching English.
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Discussion of a variety of topics about and related to teaching English.
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Carol Salva and her guests explore ways to empower language learners and the teachers who teach them. We're not just closing gaps, we're growing leaders.
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Podcasts for ESL & EFL Teachers - Lesson ideas, teaching techniques, classroom activities, games, and more
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A podcast dedicated to learning about languages, studying and using them both at home and abroad. How do you find the time, energy and motivation to learn a language? Tune in to find out how one expat makes time each and every day to learn and teach languages.
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ESL podcasts from the heart of Vietnam; written by a Vietnamese English teacher and taught by an American teacher.
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Immigration has been in the news a lot these days, but this podcast hopes to focus on the people and humanity behind the headlines. The two hosts have made careers out of teaching English to non-native speakers, all the while marveling at the stories of these amazing people who find themselves in an ESL classroom in the suburbs of Houston, TX, the most diverse city in the country. “The Shape of a Person” features weekly guests who share their stories and laughter with their teachers as well ...
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ESL Podcast is run by a team of experienced English as a Second Language professors with over 30 years of high school, adult, and university ESL teaching experience. Dr. Jeff McQuillan is the host and guide for each lesson, providing language and cultural explanations. Dr. Lucy Tse writes the scripts and story ideas for the lessons and helps with recording conversations for the lessons. Both Dr. Tse and Dr. McQuillan received a Ph.D. in applied linguistics and education at the University of ...
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🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk – A Podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers! 🌟 Are you an ESL teacher, English teacher, English content creator, or online educator? 🌍📚 ESL Talk is a podcast designed just for you. 🎧✨ Join our passionate, expert hosts, Daniel and Fey, along with a stellar lineup of guests from the world of ESL. These include award-winning authors, published Ph.D. scholars, Nobel Prize winners, successful business leaders in education and edtech, and the top 1% of English teac ...
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The Neurolinguistic Approach (NLA) for second or foreign languages is a new paradigm for teaching ESL/FSL communication skills in an institutional setting. Following a successful NLA training workshop on August-September 2019, at College 2b, we are honoured to employ and apply this cutting-edge teaching approach also, alongside with other practical tools and methodologies of teaching, accumulated during our 15 years-long experience in teaching. www.2bCollege.com
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Boost UP, Skill UP, Tool UP your teaching with Macmillan Asia Trainers, John Cruft & Jake Whiddon! Email John & Jake: [email protected]
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This is a podcast by teachers for teachers. Follow along with the corresponding web pages at TeachingEnglishisFun.com
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A podcast about language, literacy, multilingualism, English as additional language, and more, in university contexts. Sponsored by the Centre for English Language Learning, Teaching, & Research at Simon Fraser University.
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Unicorn teachers are of the magical teacher kind. We are full of fantastic adventures, as we travel across the world every day we "step" into our virtual classrooms. We are ESL teachers. What is that? One might ask... It is teaching English as a Second Language. Here, you'll find lots of fun and interesting stories from myself, as well as other awesome teachers of the online teaching realm!
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The experiences, thoughts, and other ramblings of an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher in Kyoto, Japan. Topics range from life and work in Japan to the nitty-gritty of teaching, from funny things my students do to IELTS testing. For those interested in life and work in Japan or any foreign country, or for any teachers (ESL or otherwise) looking for some insight and discussion!
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This podcast will tackle about the teaching world--classroom and ESL, life in the province, life lessons, love, interests, culture, volunteering and community. Let's learn from each others' life experiences and be inspired. Let your voice be heard! 🤴👸🗣️📣
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The biggest brains in TESOL spill the beans on the most effective way of teaching English as a Foreign Language.
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Each episode we talk with guests about the impact of Covid-19 and new technology on the future of teaching, education and learning. And our first season is all about ESL, Baby! (That’s English as a Second Language for the uninitiated).
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A podcast about the JET and JET alumni community for the JET and JET alumni community. A debt of gratitude to USJETAA and CLAIR for their support. And special thanks to Percival Constantine (Tarumizu-shi, Kagoshima-ken 2008-2013) for helping to host this podcast on Transistor.
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The TEFLology Podcast is a bi-weekly podcast all about teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) and related matters, presented by three self-certified TEFLologists. We take a lighthearted look at the fields of English language teaching (ELT) and applied linguistics, with topics ranging from TESOL methodologies and approaches to current affairs and history. Email: [email protected] Follow us on Twitter @TEFLology
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Join Level Up English in it's very own podcast, we are here to teach parents useful everyday English they can use with their children.
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New episodes weekly! Tune in for day to day discussions on #teaching ESL online, #motivationalmondays, tips and #lifestyle advice, ditching your day job to #workfromhome, managing a healthy work & life balance and live stress free with special guests & more! Got any questions? Want a shoutout? Send us a message! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-daily-bustle/support
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Learn from Online and Offline English Teacher’ experiences about their challenges, insights, wisdom, and just how successful they are as educators teaching the most important language on the planet! Visit the show notes at www.TeachingOnlineEnglish.com
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Welcome to English Funcast. This podcast uses humor and jokes to teach English. Learn how to understand jokes and how to tell jokes. This fun podcast will improve your English in no time. Join the forum on our website to discuss each episode with other English learners at www.englishfuncast.com
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Hi, I'm Nancy Buswell and I've been teaching people how to improve their English for over 16 years! I'm an American who teaches in a university in southern China. The Ten Questions ESL (English as a Second Language) Podcast is for people around the world who want to improve their English listening comprehension and English accent (intonation). I produce two kinds of podcast episodes. 1) TQ: My original idea was the Ten Questions ESL Podcast. I interview native and non-native English speakers ...
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Study English with James. Learn how to improve your teaching skills. New episodes released on Mondays. Teacher Talk on Thursdays. Free English lessons on Saturdays. James is the creator of the Study It Digital ESL Textbook Series. He has taught English to over 10,000 international students.
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TEFL commute is a podcast for language teachers. It is not about language teaching though inevitably it might crop up. All three of us are avid podcast listeners and like playing around making our own. TEFL commute is meant to be a light-hearted listen aimed at brightening your daily commute to class. Each episode is built a round a topic that you could use in your teaching and the podcast will have page on this site that will link you to articles, questions and resources you can use with yo ...
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Language Latte is a conversation about teaching world languages. Becky Morales looks at research and speaks with teachers from around the globe to find out the best and most efficient methods, materials, and tips to help students gain fluency. Topics include educational technology, getting students to speak in the target language, teaching vocabulary, using films and popular games in class, bringing in culture, using IPA’s, TPRS, CI, the role of grammar, and more. More educational resources, ...
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Episode 146 - Digging Deeper: How the 5 Whys Can Transform Your Teaching and Life
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19:18Have you ever felt like you're constantly putting out fires in your classroom? Redirecting behavior, reteaching concepts, or dealing with burnout without really solving the root problem? Sometimes it feels like we are running around in circles and nothing changes our lives, in our classrooms, in our professional development even though we seem to d…
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SLV | Episode 31 | Teaching ESL, Living Abroad, University Life in China, and Happy International Women's Day!
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30:52Episode 31: Teaching in China, University Life, and Navigating Beijing In this episode of the Language Vlog Podcast, I share some thoughts and insights into my transition back into classroom teaching in China, detailing my commute and living arrangements between Beijing’s Changping District and Shuangjing. I also talk about salary expectations for …
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BEP103 | 3 Types of Business E-Mails You Need to Succeed
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17:36On the 103rd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic: 3 Types of Business E-Mails You Need to Succeed! Are you currently prepared to write your business e-mails? Or do you just sit down and hope to write a good message without planning? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over 3 common types of bu…
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Welcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! In this episode, we’re diving into engaging ESL lesson ideas that will captivate your students and enhance their language skills. Teaching English as a second language is more than just lessons—it's about empowering students to express themselves, connect with others, and build confidence. Today, I’m sha…
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Maybe you've been wondering how to start a sentence. Like, is it better to say, eating pizza makes me happy, or to eat pizza makes me happy. At first glance, these seem to mean the same thing. After all, both "Eating pizza" and "To eat pizza" are subjects, right? But here’s the twist: gerunds and infinitives aren't always interchangeable! Let’s bre…
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170. 5 Essential Reading Routines for Supporting ELL Readers
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27:03Do your ELL students struggle with reading comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency—leaving you unsure how to support them? In this episode of the Equipping ELLs Podcast, Beth Vaucher tackles one of the toughest challenges for English learners: developing strong reading skills. As part of our series on supporting ELLs, Beth shares why reading is not …
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This week we interview Samandra about how her life has completely changed in recent years and how she welcomes the change with excitement and fearlessness.By Melissa Brega & Becky Steffen
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Football clubs and their names.By Richard Cain
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So how is your memory? Do you have a memory like a sieve or maybe your memory is more like an elephant. Some people have a short memory and some people have a photographic memory. The word memory in English is interesting because it has a number of meanings and uses. For today's podcast English lesson we're going to take the word memory to the next…
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Episode 145 - It’s Not Just About Language! The 2 Soft Skills Every EL Teacher Should Have
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14:01In education, we often focus on the hard skills, the academic knowledge of our subject, the instructional strategies, the assessment methods, and the pedagogy that shape effective teaching. These are the measurable, tangible aspects of our profession, and they are absolutely essential. But today, I want to shift the focus to something just as impor…
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In this episode we do a live taste test of a "zero sugar" / "low carb" beer, special requests in the wedding industry, and we answer a fun question - "What animal would you like to be for a week?" Please take a minute to answer the poll! Free Bird Tshirts, tote bags, beer holders, & caps! On Sale Now! X: …
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Welcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! In this episode, we’re diving into meaningful ways to celebrate the achievements of your newcomer students—helping them build confidence, stay motivated, and feel valued in the classroom. As educators, we know the importance of encouragement, and today, I’ll be sharing simple yet powerful strategies to u…
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Are you heading to TESOL 2025 in Long Beach? Brent and Ixchell share all the details about their presentations, including panels on AI in materials development, AI-generated artwork for language learning, and strategies for individualizing writing. Get the inside scoop on the revival of Drinks with DIESOL as well as their live podcast recording at …
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805 - Talk About Ability Using Can, Could & Be Able To
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7:47Is it , I can do that...or, I’m able to do that. I could do that...or, I was able to do that. And what about, I’ll be able to do that? Today, it’s all about ability and possibility. Can and be able to are similar in meaning, but the way we use them is different. And that’s what we’re gonna run through today. Join my Podcast Learner's Study Group he…
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Spring Cleaning (Expressions Involving Chores, Part 1)
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4:58Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: [email protected] In this episode, you'll learn five, common expressio…
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BEP102 | 3 Ways to Ask Follow-Up Questions in Business
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17:14On the 102nd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic: 3 Ways to Ask Follow-Up Questions in Business Do you sometimes find it hard to continue a conversation? Do you often wonder what to ask or how to ask someone a question? Are you occasionally not sure if your question is good or not? On this episode of Business Engl…
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You don’t need to wait around anymore. I know that you were waiting on me to help you figure out if you should use wait for or wait to or wait up and so on. Wait is an interesting verb because it can be used alone or with a variety of prepositions, with each combination having its own unique usage. Let's check it out today! Join my Podcast Learner'…
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This week we talk to Carlos about how he migrated from Argentina to Spain and eventually the United States.By Melissa Brega & Becky Steffen
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169. Empowering ELLs Through Speaking: 5 Practical Oracy Routines
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30:18Are your ELL students staying silent during class discussions no matter how much you encourage them to participate? After laying the groundwork with listening in our previous episode, today’s spotlight is on the speaking domain—arguably one of the most intimidating and vulnerable areas for ELL students. Speaking out loud in a new language can bring…
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SLV | Episode 30 | Language Checks, Teaching in China, and Just What Can a Teacher Do?
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31:34In Episode 30 of the Language Vlog Podcast, we take a look at a recent "progress report" on my Mandarin Chinese studies and whether or not it's a feasible idea to create videos (in my broken Chinese) directed at a Chinese audience. Would people like that? Next, we go through some of the things to consider if you're looking for working in China and …
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It’s 2025, and building upon the advancements from the past year, it's no secret that the TEFL industry is rapidly transforming. With more students becoming teachers, greater access to a high-quality English education, and a booming online teaching sphere, it's an exciting place to be. So, what’s ahead? With AI becoming more prevalent than ever, ar…
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Episode 144 - 3 Myths About Teaching Newcomers - And What Actually Works
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13:50Let’s talk about three common myths about teaching newcomers. Teaching English learners is really not as complicated as many think, yet I hear from so many overwhelmed teachers who have lost sight of the forest for the trees. Schools are notorious for grasping onto the newest programs and ideas for teaching English learners, which sometimes work ou…
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248. Questions for Donald Trump (A.K.A. "Donny Boy")
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25:19Today we talk about Christmas presents that arrive 2 months late, "falling off the wagon", AND we connect with the one and only Donald Trump to ask him some questions from our listeners! Free Bird Tshirts, tote bags, beer holders, & caps! On Sale Now! X: @FBEteachertalk…
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Welcome to this episode, where we dive into engaging lesson ideas for March! This month offers a wealth of opportunities to create meaningful learning experiences for your students. From celebrating Women’s History Month and Poetry Month to exploring the arrival of spring, we’ve got you covered with creative ideas and actionable lesson plans. Episo…
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Immigration has been in the news a lot these days, but this podcast hopes to focus on the people and humanity behind the headlines. We have made careers out of teaching English to non-native speakers, all the while marveling at the stories of these amazing people who find themselves in an ESL classroom in the suburbs of Houston, TX, the most divers…
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182. The teacher and AI ethics (What about YOU, Sensei?)
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1:15:18Much is being written about students, ethics, and AI. What about teachers? What are the ethical issues regarding teachers and their use of AI? We do our best to determine where some of the lines are. (Yes, AI was used in preparation for this podcast.) Mentioned: Stephen Fry https://youtu.be/-Cw37g39g00?si=SyqZw4RduQUqSJW- Are you conscious? A conve…
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BEP101 | Top 25 Business English Phrases for 2025!
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12:25On the 101st episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic: Top 25 Business English Phrases for 2025 Every year there are hot new phrases that pop up! Some are simply common idioms and expressions that remain useful all the time. Keep up your vocabulary up to date with these 25 business expressions! Please subscribe to Busi…
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What has Richard discovered on his latest trip to India?By Richard Cain
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You could go your whole TEFL career going “by the book”, carrying out the same lessons over and over, and still have an enjoyable experience. Or, you could innovate, make a name for yourself, inspire generations of learners, and be invited to teach around the world, with an online audience reaching millions. Betsy Potash and Jason Levine (Fluency M…
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SLV | Episode 29 | Watching NeZha 2; Language Learning Mistakes; and A Visit to the Military Museum
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34:14In Episode 29 of the Language Vlog Podcast, we review some of the videos we've posted to the YouTube channel lately, including a brief look at Ne Zha 2, the latest animated film that's hitting cinemas throughout China. We look at the mythology behind the story and discuss my understanding of how the movie unfolds - including some challenges followi…
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Episode 143 - How to Beat the Mid-Year Slump in the EL Classroom for Both Students and Teachers
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21:32Welcome to the mid-year slump. Whether you live in a colder climate like I do or anywhere else, the middle of the school year can get hard for so many reasons. February and March in particular can be especially tough months in the school year. Students and teachers are tired, motivation is dipping, and standardized testing is looming. If you are fe…
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We talk about Abe's trip to Canada, and then we introduce a listener message about the word for "speed" in Sweden *spoiler alert* the word is "fart". Lol Free Bird Tshirts, tote bags, beer holders, & caps! On Sale Now! X: @FBEteachertalk …
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EP 155 My thoughts and experiences about Gifted ELLs
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7:16Welcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! In this episode, we explore an important and often overlooked issue—identifying and supporting gifted English Language Learners (ELLs). Many multilingual students go unnoticed in gifted programs simply because traditional assessments don’t account for their unique skills and potential. Join me as I share…
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I think this is really going to be a helpful lesson for you today. Very and really are two very basic words in English, but I do know that they can be really confusing for a lot of English learners. So if you sometimes use one of them in the wrong situation, you’re going to want to listen to this podcast English lesson till the end. Join my Podcast…
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