Podcasts about english language learning

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 the conference. They also highlight interesting sessions they're planning to attend, covering everything from social justice issues to neuroscience in language learning. Plus, Brent reveals his exciting new ELT Toolkit being launched through TESOL! Whether you're attending the conference or just curious about what's happening in the TESOL world, this episode offers a useful teacher's preview of what to expect in Long Beach. Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/117 

In this episode, I'm tackling a big question: Why don't I want kids? A listener asked me about being childless in my mid-30s, and - honestly? - I hadn't thought about it in a while! But it got me reflecting on my reasons, from autonomy (I love my freedom), to sacrifice (do we really have to give up everything for the next generation?), to fulfilment (can't life be meaningful without children?).I also chat with César about family pressure, whether I ever feel FOMO about parenthood, and - most importantly - we talk about sausage dogs, awkward baby-holding moments, and unsolicited parenting advice.If you've ever thought about whether kids are for you, or just want to hear a fun and honest discussion while you improve your English, don't miss this one!

This week on English and Beyond, we explore the unique and lifelong connection between siblings, with a special focus on sisters. From hero worship in childhood to sibling rivalries and touching moments of mutual support, this episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and heartfelt reflections.Host Oliver shares stories about his older sister, affectionately named “Jeanne” for the podcast, and the profound impact she's had on his life. Joined by regular co-host César, the duo also discuss the complexities of sibling dynamics—from being role models to navigating the challenges of sibling rivalry and trust.You'll learn new English phrases like “your reputation precedes you” and “sounding board”, while enjoying a mix of humour and sentimentality.Have your own sibling stories? Share them with us at oliver@morethanalanguage.com. Don't forget to rate, review, and share the podcast with your friends!

What makes someone your best friend? Is it time, shared experiences, or just the luck of meeting the right person at the right moment?In this special episode of English and Beyond, Oliver explores the meaning of friendship. With help from his old university friend Chris, who dials in from the USA, they explore everything from the odd rituals of childhood best friends to the transactional nature of party buddies.Why do some relationships stay in the “friendly acquaintance” zone while others become lifelong bonds? And how do friendships compare to romantic relationships or sibling dynamics? With wit, warmth, and a touch of dry humour, Oliver and Chris unpack the messy, wonderful world of human connection.Whether you're a lifelong casual friend-maker or a proud introvert of the 'best friend' variety, this episode may make you think about the people in your life in a new way.

Curious about the quirks of British education? In this episode of English and Beyond, César and I dig into the world of single-sex education—those schools where boys and girls are kept apart in the name of better grades, fewer distractions, and old traditions.I reflect on my years teaching in a boys' school and the surprising behaviours I observed, while César compares it to his own experience in mixed Spanish schools. Together, we explore the pros, the cons, and whether single-sex education is just a ‘charming', British relic or still holds some educational value today.From classroom dynamics to bigger debates about gender, stereotypes, and society, it's a lighthearted but thoughtful discussion that may have you questioning your own take on education. Tune in for a balanced mix of honesty, humour, and hopefully a touch of charm!For a full transcript and additional learning resources, check out our website at the following link: morethanalanguage.com

This week on English and Beyond, César and I take a playful spin on the British radio classic Desert Island Discs. With a packed schedule and absolutely no time to overthink it, we're keeping it real, relaxed, and full of little surprises. I'm picking the songs, books, and even luxury items I'd want on a desert(ed) island — with a few twists along the way.Curious about:The track that instantly transports me to childhood?

If you've got tech in your classroom that you haven't implemented with your students, Jesus Huerta talks us through some of the reasons and ways you should consider bringing Project Based Learning into your English Language Learning classes. Whether it be opening students' minds to the possibilities of language, or just having fun with talking their way through using tech, there are lots of possibilities to explore! Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/112

In this episode, I welcome Rachel Exton, a seasoned commercial leader and mum of two. Rachel shares her journey from marketing for powerhouse brands like Dyson and Unilever to her current role as Vice President of Global Marketing for Pearson's English Language Learning division. Together we discuss balancing a demanding career with family life, highlighting the importance of a strong support network. Rachel shares her career path and shifts towards purpose-driven work, including how a career "step back" unexpectedly propelled her forward. Rachel offers practical strategies for tackling challenges unique to working parents and emphasises the importance of self-care. We acknowledge that there's no perfect formula for work-life balance - it's about finding what works for you and your family. Rachel's advice is straightforward, if a career is truly what you want, don't give up. The early years are challenging, but it does get easier. You can listen to the episode here: or via itunes or spotify. Or you can find it on most other podcast platforms and apps. Could you do me a huge favour and share this episode with two or three working mums that pop into your head as you listen? My mission is to support as many working mums on their journey as possible, and so I'd be so grateful if you supported them by offering this free podcast. I hope it's been helpful to you, and if so, I hope you pass that on. Please consider rating and reviewing my show. Your review can help other people find my podcast so you'll be helping another working mum find this resource. Plus I also love to go in and read them. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you! Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to get subscribed as I don't want you to miss out. I'm adding some exciting bonus episodes and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!

Ever wondered how a career can go from law to Latin, politics to podcasting? Join me, Oliver, as I take you through my unconventional career journey, spilling the highs, lows, and unexpected detours that brought me to where I am today. From quitting my job as a secondary school teacher in the UK to packing my bags for a new life in sunny Spain, I'm taking you behind the scenes of some major life changes.

Welcome to English and Beyond, the ultimate podcast for intermediate English learners! Join us weekly as we dive into a wide variety of engaging and slightly unconventional topics that go beyond traditional language learning. From quirky cultural insights to intriguing personal stories, this podcast offers a fresh approach to improving your English. Each episode features natural, idiomatic English and often a range of accents, helping you boost your listening skills and expand your vocabulary. Hosted by experienced language teachers, Oliver and Cesar (from Spanish Language Coach), and featuring guest speakers, English and Beyond ensures an entertaining and educational experience. Whether you're looking to enhance your language routine or simply enjoy interesting discussions in accessible English, this podcast is perfect for you. Subscribe now on your favourite podcast platform and visit us at www.morethanalanguage.com for transcripts and more!For a full transcript and additional learning resources, check out our website at the following link: morethanalanguage.com

Do you believe in the supernatural? Are there unseen forces at work, which manipulate our lives and control our destinies? If something bad is fated to happen, can you intervene by paying close attention to omens and natural signs? I personally don't believe in superstitions…but I somehow find myself carrying them out all the time anyway. In honour of our unlucky-for-some episode number 13, this week I'm talking to one of my very best friends and favourite Wiccans, Charlie, about his opinions on good and bad luck omens. You may well listen to this episode with an open, curious mind before concluding that I'm totally insane - I won't blame you, but I'm not sure I can change!This episode, again, has lots of tricky vocabulary and advanced phrases/idioms, so have a look at the downloadable transcript for integrated explanations of some of that challenging language - it's available at: www.morethanalanguage.comFor a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

Fear can come in many forms, but today we're going to discuss cinematic terror - perhaps my favourite genre, although that seems an odd thing to admit! We're going to discuss my first hair-raising encounters with the Horror genre, and why we think that humans like to feel terrified. We also discuss why we seem to feel less scared over time, and César and I will also touch upon a few of our favourite horror classics. Tune in to learn more (and try not to be scared off by the editing horrors we've experienced this week!)For a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

In this challenging and high-level episode of English and Beyond, I'm thrilled to welcome my special guest, Federica, whose English is truly exceptional. We explore my memorable yet challenging time in Milan, discussing my childlike excitement about moving to Italy and the bitter reality of facing office politics and my personal struggles once in the country.Federica and I also discuss the paradoxes of Italian culture in general, the frustrations of dealing with Milanese bureaucracy and her love-hate relationship with her homeland. She shares her experiences growing up in Milan and offers insight into the beauty and complexity of Italian life.Tune in for an engaging conversation about the contrasts of modern Italy and what it means to live and thrive there. Don't miss this heartfelt episode!For a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

Why am I so scared to be caught up in Cancel Culture? This week, I explain in more detail why I don't (yet) use my image to publicise the podcast, and César and I discuss my (hopefully) irrational fear of becoming the latest person to be publicly shamed and cancelled due to socially unacceptable opinions - even if I'm not quite sure what those unacceptable opinions are yet!Join us every week for episodes designed to help curious minds expand their English vocabulary and improve their listening comprehension.For a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

If something bad happens to you, how should you react? Is it better to fully express your feelings? Would you be better off trying to separate yourself from your strongest emotions? Is grief always bad? Is happiness always good? César and I try to work out exactly what our opinions are on these questions and more, as we discuss the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. Join us and let us know your opinion - or you could even book a conversation class with me, Oliver, and let me know directly! Details in the episode and at www.morethanalanguage.com/oliverFor a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Englishway RD, host Thomas simplifies the art of making comparisons in English, helping you speak fluently and naturally like a native. Learn the essential structures, key phrases, and common mistakes to avoid in order to improve your English. With practical exercises and tips, you'll gain confidence in using comparatives and superlatives, expressing degrees of difference, and mastering the 'as...as' structure. Perfect for English learners looking to enhance their speaking skills and sound more native. Tune in and take your English to the next level!Ep 236: Domina las comparaciones en inglés: ¡No te comas la cabeza, compara con cabeza!EP 46: Domina el Comparativo y el Superlativo en Inglés!Support the Show.Conecta con nosotros:▶▶ Une a nuestro grupo para practicar inglés en WHATSAPP: https://bit.ly/34VOPQ9Visita nuestro Blog: https://WWW.ENGLISHWAYRD.COM para mas contenido.Descarga nuestra guía de conversación gratis: DESCARGA TU EBOOK AQUÍ:https://expert-artisan-3877.ck.page/4669e62644

Welcome back to English and Beyond! In this episode, I'm thrilled to have my good friend Franziska join me as we delve into the world of accents in language learning. We first met at King's Cross Station in 2015, and today, Franziska shares her journey of mastering English while battling insecurities about her German accent.We discuss why accents matter so much to language learners, how perceptions can impact confidence, and reminisce about our early language learning experiences, including our mutual struggles with Latin. Join us for a heartfelt and insightful conversation about the personal nature of accents, the joys and challenges of language learning, and embracing one's unique linguistic identity. Tune in for an engaging episode that offers both laughs and valuable lessons on mastering—and accepting—accents!For a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

Welcome back to English and Beyond! In this episode, I'm fighting through a hoarse voice to bring you a special treat - my dear friend Laura joins me to reminisce about our studious adventures in Beijing, where we bonded over glamorous students taking selfies, tricky Mandarin ideograms, and more. We discuss the joys and pitfalls of language learning, revealing how Laura ended up pestering a guy named Christ for spreadsheets and how my first Spanish teacher's infectious enthusiasm got me hooked on the language. Join us for a light-hearted yet hopefully helpful conversation that spans continents, cultures, and a few embarrassing miscommunications. Tune in, have a laugh, and maybe learn a thing or two about the bittersweet journey of mastering—and forgetting—languages!For a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

Join me and César as we take you on an unscripted journey through our eight-year relationship, filled with honesty and (hopefully) humour! In this special episode, we share candid insights about our dynamic, revealing some of the quirks, conflicts, and compromises that characterise our relationship. With César feeling under the weather and my voice barely holding up, it's a perfect storm for some genuine British awkwardness!For a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

Join me and César as we dive into the world of Horrible Bosses! In this episode, we discuss the universal challenge of dealing with difficult managers and how it shapes our work lives. I'll share my personal experiences with bosses—both good and bad—and explore why this dynamic is so prevalent.Laugh along as César and I recount our own workplace stories, from managing under pressure to navigating cultural differences in work environments. Tune in to learn why good bosses are hard to find and how the pandemic has changed the way we work and manage others.Don't miss out—listen now and reflect on your own boss experiences!For a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

Join me and César for a chat about narcissism and Instagram! In this episode, I link ancient Greek myths to today's selfie culture. Discover why Narcissus would feel right at home on Instagram and how our quest for likes is messing with our heads.Laugh along as I embarrass myself by sharing my own social media quirks and learn why I'm keeping it sparse online. Tune in for what is hopefully a fun and insightful discussion about balancing vanity and sanity in the digital age.Don't miss out—listen now and ‘reflect' on your own selfie game!For a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

Welcome to Episode 2 of "English and Beyond," the podcast for intermediate English learners. This time, we're confronting the infamous green-eyed monster: jealousy. Join Oliver and César as they chat about their own brushes with envy, from gym rivalries to language skills, and everything in between.We'll explore why jealousy pops up, how it can sometimes drive us to be better, and when it just gets in the way. With plenty of personal anecdotes and a bit of British humour, we hope you find this episode both entertaining and enlightening.For a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

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.DIESOL.org/106 Want to support the show? Leave us a review right here in your podcatcher! Subscribe to the show on YouTube Subscribe on Patreon 

Join us for the very first episode of English and Beyond! In this episode, meet your hosts, Oliver and César, as they share their personal journeys with language learning. Discover why Oliver, a shy teenager, chose to study a 'dead language', Latin, and how he overcame his fear of speaking modern languages. Hear about César's experiences with his successful Spanish learning podcasts and why he's excited to help you learn English. This episode is full of insights, personal stories, and tips to motivate and inspire your own language journey.For a full transcript and additional learning resources here: morethanalanguage.com

Travel 使用: 通常是指跨越國家或是很長的距離。 範例: "She loves to travel." / "His job requires a lot of travel." 相關搭配詞 Travel agent  Travel expenses Travel insurance  Travel guide Travel plans Travel abroad ---- 4/22 我會在台大演講，分享近幾年教學，發現大家最容易錯的英文，以及讓你英文進步的正確觀念。 雖然標題是針對學生，但只要你有在學英文，或是想加強英文，都一定會從我演講的內容更了解怎麼學英文。最後也會有 QA 時間讓大家發問。

On weekends, I spend most of my time to accompany with my family Spend my time / spend (most of) my time 是特定用法，後面通常接動名詞 → I spend most of my time accompanying with my family. I avoid eating meat. He suggests trying that new restaurant. I have a hard time learning math. ---- 4/22 我會在台大演講，分享近幾年教學，發現大家最容易錯的英文，以及讓你英文進步的正確觀念。 雖然標題是針對學生，但只要你有在學英文，或是想加強英文，都一定會從我演講的內容更了解怎麼學英文。最後也會有 QA 時間讓大家發問。

Ms. Briana BoltDirector of Instructional Innovation and Digital Marketing | Business ConsultantBriana Bolt is an innovative leader in the field of education, where she excels in creating synergies between technology, team collaboration, and holistic well-being approaches, setting new standards for leadership and innovation in both educational and business environments. As the Director of Instructional Innovation and Digital Marketing, she effectively utilizes collaborative teaching methods and supports the digital footprint and partnerships of educational institutions. Her consultancy work showcases her ability to blend strategic innovation with a commitment to creating supportive and inclusive environments, impacting operations and digital initiatives.In her role within education, Briana has been instrumental in collaborating with educators to integrate their passions into transformative teaching practices. She has also played a crucial role in guiding new teachers and enhancing community outreach online and in person. Her achievements in business consultancy have significantly influenced operational strategies and talent-nurturing processes.Among her notable achievements, Briana was nominated for the 2022 Premier's Awards for Excellence in Education in collaboration. She led a team to victory in the World Artificial Intelligence Competition for Youth and has been recognized internationally for her work in well-being-focused curriculum development. Briana has been an integral member of leadership teams recognized with nominations for premier business awards, celebrating exceptional achievements and excellence in business.Briana holds a Bachelor of Education, certified to teach K-12, and has a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts. Currently, she is furthering her expertise by pursuing a Master's in Leadership, complementing her existing certifications in Inquiry, English Language Learning, Technology, Leadership, and Marketing.A dynamic speaker, Briana facilitates professional development sessions for educators and business teams, covering topics from educational technology to digital marketing trends, while also offering her expertise in assisting leadership teams with streamlining processes in business operations. This passion for connection and collaboration is vividly reflected, you can connect with her @BrianaBolt284 on Twitter “X” or on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/briana-bolt-ab8210158.Briana's personal philosophy intertwines education with business acumen, advocating for innovative, risk-taking approaches in both domains. Her story of resilience, as a young mother who overcame challenges to become the first in her family to graduate from university, is a testament to her commitment to empowering others and her commitment to opportunities for growth and transformation.

Deck the Halls: An Episode Brimming with Christmas Cheer, Office Traditions, and the Warmth of English Language Learning.

Welcome to another chapter of the "Crying In My Car" saga, where we dare to ask the hard-hitting questions like, "Why do history teachers only focus on the Civil War?" and "Is teaching in prison really as bad as it sounds?" Get ready for an episode full of eye-opening revelations. First off, Devin spills the beans about a platform that lets enthusiasts teach their passion to eager learners online. And to our Civil War-obsessed history teachers - come on, there's more to history than General Lee and Abe Lincoln! Then, we dive into the episode's heart: prison education. Could the clink be a happy place for educators? We've got some thoughts (and maybe a few yard scuffle-free lesson plans). In everyone's favorite Teachers in the News segment, we uncover a golden opportunity for teachers to earn a free Master's degree in English Language Learning, we celebrate a three-time cancer-surviving former teacher turned equestrian champ, we grapple with a Georgia teacher's firing over a gender identity book, and discuss a parent who took the anti-bullying message a little too far. Expect a heated debate over an email James shares, sent from a distraught parent to their child's teacher upon learning about their failing grades. Is this the time for a helicopter parenting discussion? James says,  "YES"! Lastly, parents, brace yourselves: James is coming at you with his list of the Top-Ten Most Difficult Types of Parents to Deal With in a School Setting. We promise it's all in good fun (mostly). So buckle up and get ready for a journey from the Civil War to prison cells to the wilds parenting.  -- Follow Devin at http://DevinComedy.com https://tiktok.com/@devincomedy http://twitter.com/devinsiebold http://instagram.com/devinsiebold Follow James at http://JamesYon.com https://tiktok.com/@jamesyoncomedy http://instagram.com/jamesyoncomedian A Bored Teachers Podcast https://boredteachers.com https://facebook.com/boredteachers https://tiktok.com/@bored_teachers http://instagram.com/bored_teachers http://twitter.com/bored_teachers

In this episode you will learn five common idioms that are connected to Summer. Are you as cool as a cucumber? Do you like to soak up the sun? Maybe you like to soak up the atmosphere of your favorite vacation spot. Or are you like me and like to catch some rays? Not sure what I am talking about? Then this is the episode for you. Come on! Join me won't you, for a quick lesson to jump start your summer of English Language Learning.

Show Notes00:01 "Exploring the Benefits of Living in Germany with Michelle Charles"04:17 "Exploring the Process of Thinking in English"06:33 Reframing Learners' Mindset Towards Language Learning13:31 Letting Go of the Side of the Pool and Managing Expectations for English Learners17:36 Enjoying the Journey of Learning and Professional Development20:03 Storytelling and Accurate Language Translation22:51 "The Balance of Fluency and Accuracy in English Language Learning"30:58 Pronunciation and Developing Advanced Language Abilities33:06 "Developing Your English Brain: A Conversation on Becoming Fluent in English"Vocabulary List and Comprehension Questions:Thinking in EnglishLinks:Michelle's websiteMichelle on LinkedInMy mom's storySteam train storySpeaking Mastery CourseSupport the podcast with a tip Follow Me:My WebsiteSubscribe on Apple PodcastsLinkedInYouTubeFacebook

In this episode, you'll hear me talk about how I came up with the idea of writing "Any Language You Want", a collection of personal true stories on how I learned English. Episode Links Join my private email list (https://fabiocerpelloni.com/private/) Become a writer on my Medium publication - (shorturl.at/jnszP) "How to Live" Book Club - (https://fabiocerpelloni.com/how-to-live/)

Dana Gastich French is the founder and lead consultant for UpRiver Education, a company focused on multilingual learners and the educators who teach them. She joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about how an asset-based, inclusive understanding of English language learners is the key to overcoming the challenges that ESL continues to face in the US and beyond. We hear Dana's origin story begins with her studying abroad in Chile where she learned how it felt to not be comfortable with the language of record. From there, she connects her experiences as an ESL and bilingual teacher, instructional coach and school and district-level administrator to what's emerging in the field today in a free-wheeling survey of the English Language Learning ecosystem. We conclude with Dana's thoughts on the role of technology and the importance of building trust through culturally sensitive practices. Don't miss it! Subscribe to Trending in Education wherever you get your podcasts. Visit us at TrendinginEd.com for more sharp perspective on what's emerging in learning.

Looking for a fun and inspiring way to stay motivated on your English language learning journey? Creating a vision board can be a powerful tool to help you clearly visualize and focus on your goals. In this lesson, I'll guide you through the steps to create your own vision board and help you stay on track to achieving your English language goals. Sign up for my private community Explearning Academy to get quests, discussion, and live Q&A with me.

Improve your English communication skills as an L2 speaker with the help of goal setting and action. By identifying areas for improvement, setting SMART goals, finding resources and tools, joining a language learning group, being consistent and persistent, and tracking your progress, you can effectively work towards improving your English skills. This video discusses strategies for setting and achieving goals as an L2 English speaker, including examples of achievable goals and a sample plan for improvement. Join the Explearning Academy community for added accountability and motivation in your language learning journey.

Yasmin explores the importance of English language & what kind of gaps deprivation can cause, her guest is Sarah Adenuga, an English teacher for the most part of 2 decades.

For this week's podcast we are going back to the summer and learning all about what Barbara Cheney from Indian Orchard. Barbara's experiences range from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. We discussed teaching early in her career through Covid to now. I have always loved teaching Summer School, and Barbara is part of a cool program during summer school through the Inventor's Hall of Fame. I even got the chance to visit her class and we made a pretty awesome video, along with this podcast I think you'll get insight into what English Language Learning is like here in Springfield. You'll also learn about what technology in the classroom looks like for Barbara near the end. To see Computer Science and EL Learning in action at Boland Elementary School, check it out here. Website: https://www.beardedtechedguy.com Instagram: @beardedteched Facebook: @beardedteched Twitter: @beardedteched Tools Mentioned: National Hall of Fame of Inventors Microsoft EDU Dragon OneNote for EDU Music: Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spsdigitallearninghour/message

All of us are guilty of implementing some "not best" practices. For this spooky special episode, Brent & Ixchell discuss 13 of the worst offenders in the English Language Learning classroom. How many of these are YOU guilty of??

Make More English Language Learning Progress By Doing Less Today I'm going to share some useful ideas and tips for learning English. You've come here to improve your language skills, so today I have some practical tips and a philosophical idea that will help you improve your English language learning. ✔Lesson transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/learn-english-language-efficiently/ If you want to learn English efficiently, then you need to focus on the following; settings goals and consistently working towards those goals. First, you need to set realistic goals, objectives that fit with your lifestyle and circumstances or you will change your lifestyle to accommodate. Next, you need to be consistent in working at achieving your goals, constantly working towards improvement. Sounds simple, right? Goals and consistency. So why do so many language learners set unrealistic goals? You know the get excited, and I will watch a few "Learn English in 3 hours..." on YouTube and I'll be speaking English fluently, type goals. And people who set these types of unrealistic expectations then double down and think cramming and binge watching or reading for a day will somehow make learning English happen. The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret of getting started is breaking your complex overwhelming tasks into small manageable tasks, and starting on the first one. ⭐ Mark Twain Your brain is amazing, but language learning needs a lot of long-term memory training. This type of long-term memory storage gets activated through repetition and consistency. Today we explain why making regular "little and often" progress towards real objectives is a safer, more efficient approach to learning a language, and we give lots of examples and tips as we talk it through.

Dr. Mark Dressman is known for his work in the improvement of educational theory, research, and practice, specifically in Secondary English and in Native Nations and international settings. His research projects have engaged multimodal texts including print, image, and sound as he works to help improve educational websites and multimedia. He has also engaged with poetry, social theory, literacy policy, literacy in school libraries, and English language acquisition. Dr. Dressman's work has been sponsored by the Fulbright Foundation. His work has appeared in Reading Research Quarterly, Journal of Literacy Research, Journal of Curriculum Studies, and many times in Research in the Teaching of English. Dr. Dressman is the author of Using Social Theory in Educational Research: A Practical Guide, and, more recently, an editor of and contributor to The Handbook of Informal Language Learning and an author of the forthcoming English Language Learning in the Digital Age: Learner-Driven Strategies for Adolescents and Young Adults with Wiley-Blackwell. He has also contributed to The Routledge International Handbook of the Arts and Education, Handbook of Qualitative Research in Education, and Literacy Research Methodologies. Mark was formerly an editor of Research in the Teaching in English. Dr. Dressman was a Fulbright Senior Scholar working in Morocco to improve the teaching of English in universities and to study the informal English learning practices of university students. Dr. Dressman is Professor Emeritus in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign and served as Professor and Chair of English at Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. To cite this episode:Persohn, L. (Host). (2022, Aug 16). A conversation with Mark Dressman. (Season 3, No. 6) [Audio podcast episode]. In Classroom Caffeine Podcast series. https://www.classroomcaffeine.com/guests.DOI: 10.5240/21EB-4642-B607-113F-2CA3-S

Tubs the pig is a force to be reconed with. See how he beats the odds and changes attitudes for the better. Learn how nothing is impossible when a dream is underpinned by sheer willpower. Internalise the meaning of this very handy expression by way of a easy-to-follow story. Happy listening.  

When you learn with stories, you don't just learn a language, you learn to use the language from a practical perspective. The biggest pull when reading a story is to discover what happens next. So, learning with stories means you to focusing on the events of the story, instead of the grammar of the language. This focus on meaning, helps you communicate in the language from the start.

Can you believe it's been a year since we released Talaera Talks? Find out what thousands of non-native English professionals have been working on, the trends in language learning, and what we have in store for you in 2022.Read the notes and transcript: https://blog.talaera.com/english-language-learning-findings-2021

Too often, the vocabulary and imagery selected for English Language Learning classes are disconnected from the learners' experiences. Instead of choosing and showing imagery of items from learners' homes, communities, and cultures, images from Western cultures are used. By selecting vocabulary that is a part of learners' everyday lives and pairing it with familiar imagery, teachers connect to their background knowledge and create a foundation to build connections from. Links from the Episode: John Thackwray's My Room Project Website: http://myroomphotos.com/ His book is available at http://myroomphotos.com/buy-the-english-version-of-the-book/ Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-gonzales-75049316 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ttelt/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ttelt/support

Podcasting is a very popular teaching technique across disciplines and ages. Discover how to integrate podcasts into classroom instruction both online and face-to-face (on/offline). Dr. Aileen Hale and Jennifer Gonzales discuss creative ways to motivate English language learners to engage in podcasts, improving listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Podcasts to Referenced in the Episode: Allusionist: A Podcast about Language by Helen Zaltzman: Great for language teachers that want to explore interesting language facts. https://www.theallusionist.org/listen Voice of America: Multiple podcasts for English language learners on a wide variety of topics and levels. https://learningenglish.voanews.com/podcasts Circle Round: a storytelling podcast https://www.wbur.org/podcasts/circleround National geographic Podcasts: Podcasts about science, cultures, and our world https://www.nationalgeographic.com/podcasts/overheard All Ears English: A podcast to improve English https://www.allearsenglish.com/episodes/ The Big Fib: A game show where kids figure out who the expert is. https://gzmshows.com/shows/listing/the-big-fib/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ttelt/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ttelt/support

Teachers can talk all day long about what's working and what's not working, but it's important that we hear directly from students to hear what's engaging them and how they learn on their own. This episode features one of Brent's current students, Luna, who takes her English Language Learning into her own hands and shares some of the things that keep her going.

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