Best The Tefl Show Podcasts (2024)

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REVISITING 24 Tools for 2024 55:35

2h ago55:35

55:35

We're taking just a little time off to allow room for some international moves and wrapping up of projects. But first, listen in for a BRAND NEW ANNOUNCEMENT about Brent's latest project... or if you already listened and just want to get on the mailing list, please sign up at www.DIESOL.org/book In the meantime, enjoy a revisit to a few episodes th…

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S05E11. Portmantopia - featuring Matt Abrahams (transcribed) VIDEO 37:23

2d ago37:23

37:23

Welcome to Gav & Em's How to English Pod. Here's our ko-fi so you can support our show: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod Check out the transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/view/FAQbQSGJa8KThis week, Gav & Em will decide how long is just too long to wait for an answer from their students, talk about really enjoyable lessons, overhea…

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S01E09. Lesson Structure (transcribed) REVISITED 26:04

8d ago26:04

26:04

Check out this rerun of an earlier episode – now fully transcribed! Transcription with audio here: ⁠⁠https://share.descript.com/view/UomvAQ8jhp1⁠⁠ Buy Gav & Em a coffee here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod⁠⁠Welcome World! To you, wherever you are, whether you're a language teacher or learner, listen to Gav & Em discuss their take on lesso…

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S05E10. Oh, yeah, I remember now (transcribed) VIDEO 41:04

13d ago41:04

41:04

It's tea and coffee time with Gav & Em. Go buy them a cuppa to show your support here https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod This week Gav & Em discuss how to deal with disappearing students, what to write in a student dossier, breaking free of your early teaching, and what to consider before TEFLing. Here's the transcription with audio https://share.de…

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DIESOL 106 - What's the Best Way to Teach Grammar? 31:40

17d ago31:40

31:40

What’s the best way to teach grammar? Explicitly laying out the rules for students, or giving them opportunities to discover it as they go? The research is clear, but it’s probably not what you were taught in your teaching program. In this episode Ixchell and Brent explore the realities of Deductive vs. Inductive grammar teaching. Show Notes: www.D…

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S01E44. Pressure (transcribed) REVISITED 30:49

22d ago30:49

30:49

Check out this rerun of an earlier episode – now fully transcribed! Transcription with audio here: ⁠https://share.descript.com/view/UomvAQ8jhp1⁠ Buy Gav & Em a coffee here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod⁠⁠ Are you taking an English exam? Do you need some tips on passing it? Have you taught TOEFL, IELTS, or the Cambridge exams? Have a list…

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S05E09. ...I was eating muffins (transcribed) VIDEO 36:57

27d ago36:57

36:57

Welcome new and regular followers to Gav & Em's How to English TEFL Pod. Follow the two adventurers on a voyage of teaching and learning through the exploration of question order, disappearing students and just how many muffins did Em eat? Transcription with audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/gJVPmQ7Pkb7 Buy them a coffee here: https://ko-…

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DIESOL 105 - How to use AI to Bring More Music into Your Class 30:02

1M ago30:02

30:02

Do you love the idea of music in your teaching but struggle to find songs that fit your teaching needs? In this episode Brent and Ixchell share all about how AI can help bring customized, language focused music right into your classroom 🎶 Show notes at www.DIESOL.org/105By Ixchell Reyes & Brent Warner

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S05E08. You should... (transcribed) VIDEO 31:58

1M ago31:58

31:58

Welcome to the eighth episode of season 5 of Gav & Em's How to English TEFL Podcast. This week they find their students benefit from absence, how Em teaches and travels, other ways to say You Should..., and exactly what would Gav do? Transcription with audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/gSGUbRMEL93 Buy them a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com…

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DIESOL 104 - How to Prep for Your Teacher Observation 34:36

2M ago34:36

34:36

In today’s episode, we explore classroom observations and how to prepare for one. Join us as we discuss strategies to shift your mindset, engage students effectively, and avoid common pitfalls during observations. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or a new teacher, this episode will equip you with practical tips to ace your next classroom observat…

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S05E07. Pillars and Paddles (transcribed) VIDEO 41:07

2M ago41:07

41:07

Looking for some teaching and learning English tips? You've come to the right place. This week with Gav & Em you can discover the benefits of revision, what to do with tired students, and how to deal with confusing and new words, plus play quizzes in your classroom. Transcription with audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/gt5XCBSPQOU Buy them…

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DIESOL 103 - How to build a content based curriculum with Dr. Brent Jones 38:03

2M ago38:03

38:03

Brent A. Jones is currently the Director of Language Programs at Konan University, Hirao School of Management, joins us to share about how he and his colleagues built a Content & Language Integrated Learning program that uses practical and applicable skillsets while acquiring English in a setting where most people don't speak English. Show Notes: w…

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S05E06. Cuisenaire (transcribed) VIDEO 37:03

2M ago37:03

37:03

Welcome back to Gav & Em's How to English TEFL Pod. A show for teachers and learners of English. This week they figure out who does what in a hotel, try to make sense out of The Chaos of English pronunciation, look at making something out of nothing, show how to deal with a technical failure and just what are Cuisenaire rods? Transcription with aud…

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DIESOL 102 - Beyond Time-Saving; Using AI Images for Language Development 31:41

3M ago31:41

31:41

Ever wondered how AI-generated images could transform language learning beyond just saving time? Join us on this episode of DIESOL, where we explore the uncharted territories of AI in language education. Ixchell & Brent try to break down the the self-scaffolding process of image generation and language development. Topics include: Discussing the po…

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S05E05. Gnomes and that (transcribed) VIDEO 38:17

3M ago38:17

38:17

Welcome to Gav & Em's How to English TEFL Pod. Who are they and what are they doing here? This week our adventurous duo find themselves asking and answering a huge range of TEFL related questions. Transcription with audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/TpJwg1yMqTy Buy them a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod The Chaos 1922 poem:…

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DIESOL 101 - My colleagues want to improve their teaching, but don’t like “PD”. What do we do? 24:36

3M ago24:36

24:36

Ever wonder how you can inspire your teaching team to embrace PD, despite their busy schedules or PD resistance? Tune in to this episode to uncover practical solutions that bring professional development into the daily routine without the dread. Understanding Resistance: Recognizing some of the common obstacles to PD, from time constraints to skept…

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S05E04. Bulge (transcribed) VIDEO 33:35

3M ago33:35

33:35

Welcome! Drop in on Gav & Em to find out what disasters and successes befell them this week. Discussions on random word lists, AI teacher Em, sickness and an unexpected bulge. Transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/view/1tnKovU39Tx And buy Gav & Em a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpodNationalities quiz: http://a4esl.org/q/h/mc-…

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DIESOL 100 - Top Tips from Teachers Around the World! 53:42

4M ago53:42

53:42

Welcome to a special milestone episode of the DIESOL podcast – Episode 100! In this celebratory edition, we turn the spotlight onto our listeners, friends of the show, guests of the show, new and old time listeners, the #DIESOLcrew, across the globe. We invited you to share your favorite tips, tricks, and / or tools with us. The response was overwh…

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S05E03. Donkey Bridge (transcribed) VIDEO 37:08

4M ago37:08

37:08

Welcome to the 3rd episode of Gav & Em's new season. This week they talk about students unexpectedly turning pink, multitasking, massaging students, donkey bridges and much, much more. Plus, hang around till the end of the show to participate in a fun quiz. Support Gav & Em's show and buy them a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod And vi…

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DIESOL 099 - How Can I Use AI to Help Me Prep for Classes? 31:46

4M ago31:46

31:46

Do you find that you don't have enough time to customize your lessons and materials in the way that you want for your students? In this episode of The DIESOL Podcast, discover how AI can revolutionize your classroom prep strategies, offering personalized, innovative solutions to help you get ready for your curriculum, your lessons, your daily activ…

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S05E02. Splat (transcribed) VIDEO 40:14

4M ago40:14

40:14

Welcome to Gav & Em's How to English Pod! This week they discuss the happenings in and out of their classrooms, Easter Eggs, challenges for ambitious students, pet names and many more topics. Support Gav & Em's show by buying them a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod Transcription with audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/8S7zrQf…

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DIESOL 098 - 7 Ways to Fit PD into Your Busy Schedule 25:09

5M ago25:09

25:09

Are you a busy educator looking for practical ways to integrate professional development into your hectic schedule? Brent Warner and Ixchell Reyes share 7 practical strategies and resources to customize your professional development journey, ensuring it fits seamlessly into your daily routine. In this episode: Discover how to organize your podcasts…

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S05E01. A Staffroom Vibe (transcribed) VIDEO 38:06

5M ago38:06

38:06

Welcome to Gav & Em's How to English Pod! They're back with a new season and a new format. Join them as they kick back and reflect on their week of teaching and learning. Buy them a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod And visit all the shows with transcriptions here: http://www.howtoenglishpod.com/References:Gav's present perfect workshe…

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DIESOL 097 - What Can Students Do To Learn English in a Non-English Speaking Country? Interview with Student and Teacher Mahmoud 53:30

5M ago53:30

53:30

Dive into the inspiring journey of Mahmoud, an English instructor and former artillery field member, in DIESOL podcast episode 97. Discover how Mahmoud, also known as Polaris, built his English language skills on his own terms, fostering a unique perspective on self-empowered language learning. His experiences, from offering free tours on the stree…

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DIESOL 096 - 24 Tools for 2024 52:38

6M ago52:38

52:38

Happy new year! In this episode Brent and Ixchell dive into 24 tools to explore: lesson planning, time-savers, AI-infused search engines, angent builders, and more! Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/96 Want to support the show? Leave us a review right here in your podcatcher! Subscribe to the show on YouTube Subscribe on Patreon or Buy us a Coffee Thank y…

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S04E26. Ask Your Teacher (transcribed) VIDEO 52:54

6M ago52:54

52:54

What questions would you like to ask your teacher? What answers would you give to your students? For this final episode of the year, Gav & Em are answering questions from their amazing students. Plus, featuring three fantastic guest teachers who also have a go at answering students' questions. Transcription with audio: ⁠https://share.descript.com/v…

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DIESOL 095 - Greg Foreman, EdTech Trainer 42:15

6M ago42:15

42:15

EdTech Trainer Greg Foreman joins us to talk about helping teachers get on board with technology use in the classroom, how to avoid overwhelming the tech resistant, and focusing in on what's important. Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/95 Want to support the show? Leave us a review right here in your podcatcher! Subscribe to the show on YouTube Subscribe …

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S04E25. Visuals with Emily Bryson (transcribed) VIDEO 38:30

6M ago38:30

38:30

Do you use drawings to teach and learn in your classroom? Have you ever tried sketchnoting? Do you have a visual vocabulary? Join Gav and Em on their journey of discovery with their special guest Emily from EmilyBrysonELT as they explore the fascinating world of drawing in the classroom. Transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/view/dcm…

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DIESOL 094 - AI and Agents and Bots, Oh My! 49:24

7M ago49:24

49:24

What are “Agents” and “GPTs” and most importantly, what does it matter in the ELT setting? We break it down and talk about some of the implications for what these “next wave” implementations of AI might mean for you and your future teaching. Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/94 Want to support the show? Leave us a review right here in your podcatcher! Sub…

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S04E24. Welcome with IH Manchester (transcribed) VIDEO 37:46

7M ago37:46

37:46

Do you feel welcome in your class? Do you make others feel welcome? Join Gav & Em and their very special guest Pete from International House Manchester as they talk about how they make their students feel welcome. Find the transcription and audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/B84oTRYpP6H Support the show here: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglish…

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S04E22. SPECIAL: Gav & Em with TEFL Org (transcribed) 9:01

7M ago9:01

9:01

Welcome to Gav & Em's How to English Podcast. In this special episode they are co-hosting a show with their favourite podcaster and journalist Euan from TEFL Org. Euan is the host of the I Taught English Abroad podcast where he interviews TEFL teachers from around the world. Check out this episode (link below) and get to know more about Gav & Em. T…

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DIESOL 093 - Clare Kaneko, President of the Japan Association of Language Teaching and the JALT 2023 Conference 48:36

7M ago48:36

48:36

This month we interviewed Clare Kaneko, current president of JALT (Japan Association of Language Teaching). We spent time chatting about the mission of the organization, how it's structured, and what they do as a PD organization for language teachers. We also discussed the upcoming 2023 JALT conference happening from the 24th to the 27th of Novembe…

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S04E23. Language Variation with Respect the Dialect (transcribed) VIDEO 29:16

7M ago29:16

29:16

Which English dialects do you teach and learn in your classroom? Are you familiar with many varieties of English? Join Gav & Em and their very special guest Dionna as they shine a light on English dialects, colonization in the classroom, African-American English, and much more. Plus, suggest strategies for including the many varieties of English in…

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DIESOL 092 - Why We Left Twitter and Where Do We Go From Here? 42:25

8M ago42:25

42:25

All good things come to an end. Do not worry! We are still here, just no longer on Twitter. This year we are saying our official goodbye to Twitter. Brent and Ixchell discuss why they made the decision to leave the platform and why they felt it no longer aligned with the reason they initially joined. Have you been considering transitioning to other…

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