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Design KafféSeason 4 TrailerWelcome to Design Kaffé, a podcast where we have mindful, candid conversations for designers in tech. In our fortnightly episodes, we discuss a wide range of topics to explore what it means to be a designer, the challenges we face in the design and tech industry, and share thoughts on how we can all be better at what we do. We hope you enjoy listening!
2023-02-0804 min
Research lives and cultures32- Dr Kristin Hope- Forging your path along brilliant mentorsKristin is Senior Scientist at the University Health Network and an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Biophysics at the University of Toronto. She also holds an Ontario Institute for Cancer Research Investigator Level II Award and is a Medicine by Design Investigator.Listening to our conversation will prompt your thinkingWhat would synergy with your PI/ Postdocs/ PhD students look like for you?What will matter to you most when you start building your research group?Have you considered how supportive an institution is when applying for a position?G...
2022-10-1452 min
Step into Mondays!79. How can we help our students acquire more vocabulary?Over our years of teaching, we have noticed that often students have a breakdown in communication because they forgot the vocabulary word they need, or they just have never encountered it. They also often can’t understand content because they don’t understand a word that is key. So today Krista and Sandrine are talking about circumlocution. What is it? What does the research say about it? What activities and tasks can we do with our students to help them overcome the language blank they're sure to encounter in their speech?
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1:20 catching up and smal...
2022-02-2859 min
Step into Mondays!So where have you been and are you coming back?Just a quick message to catch everybody as to where we've been and what's coming up. And because we don't break traditions, Scarlet can be heard grinding get break in the background!
2021-12-0104 min
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 93: Sandrine Hope of the Step Into Mondays PodcastWe interview fellow Edupodlooza alum, Sandrine Hope! We discuss how being an educator is like losing your keys, what students of all ages need in their classrooms, and Tudisco and Mealey learn a little about music...
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2021-10-1851 min2021-10-1156 minStep into Mondays!78. Who are our students? Connecting with Gen Z.Each generation is different, and right now we're experiencing Gen Z. They are extremely different from previous generations. Krista and Sandrine break down specific aspects of the generation and what we can do in our classroom to better reach them.
2021-09-271h 06Step into Mondays!77. I have heritage speakers in my class, what do I do? A conversation with Florencia Henshaw - part 2In this episode Krista and Sandrine talk with Florencia Henshaw. What are they? Why are teachers often unprepared and sometimes nervous around them? This episode is the second and last part of the conversation.
2021-09-1338 minStep into Mondays!76. I have heritage speakers in my class, now what? A conversation with Florencia HenshawIn this episode Krista and Sandrine talk with Florencia Henshaw about heritage speakers. What are they, and why are teachers often unprepared with them?
This episode is the first part of the conversation.
Also here is the name of the podcast referred to by Sandrine in the episode: The 10 Minutes Teacher Podcast, episode titled "6 Ways to Help Kids Learn Real-World Skills"
2021-08-301h 36Step into Mondays!75. How can I help my students feel more confident in their speaking?In this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss circumlocution and how to use it to help boost our students' confidence in their language skills. It also helps them better communicate.
2021-08-1651 minStep into Mondays!74. How do I build community in my classroom?In this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss easy activities to build community in your classroom. Also Scarlet had to tweet her opinion in the episode.
2021-08-0957 minStep into Mondays!73. Five core activity to address SEL in our classroomsIn this episode, Krista and Sandrine explore SEL - What it stands for, what it does, and activities that address the core of SEL
If you need to reach out, check out the website for all the information... www.stepintomondays.com
Sources used during this episode:
https://www.doe.mass.edu/worldlanguages/support/qrg-sel.docx
https://www.weareteachers.com/21-simple-ways-to-integrate-social-emotional-learning-throughout-the-day/
https://advancingstudentsforward.org/what-is-social-and-emotional-learning/?gclid=CjwKCAjwgISIBhBfEiwALE19STINA5-Qtpv73h0PDa9i4218sfeNzlInmxMsA7OGf2EpCuAkiut7RRoCT6QQAvD_BwE#more-2193
https://casel.org/what-is-sel/
https://www.positiveaction...
2021-08-021h 03Step into Mondays!72. Now that I'm familiar with BVP's tenets, what do I do in class?If you haven't listened to the episodes with Bill Van Patten, you want to go find them now and then come back for this episode in which Krista and Sandrine exchange ideas of topics that can be used in the classroom.
If you need more information, check out:
- BVP "While you're on the topic"
- www.ditchthattextbook.com
2021-07-261h 00Step into Mondays!71. The Basics of SLA for Teachers: An Interview with BVP - Part 3This is the final part of the conversation with BVP on his findings of basic must know for language teachers. The 3 principles discussed in this episode are - Most learners fall short of native-like representation, The basic data for acquisition are found in communicatively-embedded input, Explicit instruction and practice on the formal elements of language do not obviate or change the basics discussed so far.
2021-07-191h 21Step into Mondays!70. The Basics of SLA for Teachers: An Interview with BVP - Part 2This week is the second part of the conversation between Krista, Sandrine AND BILL VAN PATTEN! This section discusses Bill's second finding in language developments" The development of a mental representation for language has three fundamental characteristics: slow, piecemeal and stage-like. Make sure that you have listened to part 1 in episode 69 before listening to this part.
2021-07-1249 minStep into Mondays!69. The Basics of SLA for Teachers: An Interview with BVP - Part 1In this episode Krista and Sandrine talk with Bill VanPatten about the absolute must know research for teachers. It is based on 5 principles and in this part they discuss the first one: "Learners create an abstract, complex, and implicit linguistic system in their heads just like native speakers"
Make sure to listen and join us back next week for the 2nd principle.
2021-07-0552 minStep into Mondays!68. All Things Teachery. Back to School AdviceIt's summer and we all need to rest and recuperate but we also need to prepare for the fall. Therefore in this episode, Sandrine and Krista chat with Meredith White, Georgia Teacher of the year about technology, and summer preparation.
2021-06-281h 22Step into Mondays!67. Where do I start planning a new course?Do you have to teach new courses from time to time? Are those courses that you've never taught before or in a new format? Krista will be in that situation in the spring so she and Sandrine discussed ideas of what can be incorporated in the course. They frame it around the backward design to then come up with a lot of food for thought for Krista.
Listen and then reach out via all our social medias. Don't remember the handles? Check out the website... www.stepintomondays.com
2021-06-2156 minStep into Mondays!67. How can I use podcasts in my language classroom?Have you been thinking about using podcasts in your classroom but are unsure about activities to do with them? Krista and Sandrine discuss various activities alongside the modes of communications, as well as in other settings. And as usual they share their aha moments for the week.
2021-06-141h 08
Black SesameMy Country: New Age Review Ep 7 - 9My Country: New Age (Korea 2019). This week we review Episodes 7 - 9 and we cover everything! From bad wigs to bloody kisses, we’re here for it! We hope you are following along with us and give us your feedback on this drama! You can drop us a line at blacksesamepodcast@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @blacksesamepodcast
2021-06-081h 00Step into Mondays!65. Stop translating everything! FIVE strategies for your studentsIs translating what you're hearing or reading a bad habit? YES! Unless you are actually working on a translation project. In this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss why we want to stop our students from this habit very early on, and share strategies that they use in their own classrooms to nip the habit in the bud.
2021-06-0758 minStep into Mondays!64. How do I advocate for my program?In this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss how to go about advocating for your program without having to get engaged politically. Check out their ideas.
And listen at the end for the promo of an event that Sandrine will be part of.
2021-05-3157 minStep into Mondays!63. What do I need to change?In this episode Krista and Sandrine set their summer goals. Don't forget self care!
2021-05-241h 02Black SesameMy Country: New Age Review Ep 4-6My Country: New Age (Korea 2019). This week we review Episodes 4 - 6 and we cover everything! From bad wigs to bloody kisses, we’re here for it! We hope you are following along with us and give us your feedback on this drama! You can drop us a line at blacksesamepodcast@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @blacksesamepodcast
2021-05-1857 minStep into Mondays!62. What lessons did we learn this past year ?During this episode, despite a few disruptions during recording (how appropriate for the topic!) Krista and Sandrine discuss the last year. They reflect on their teaching experiences and what they want to change, as well as what they want to keep. And they share their one takeaway from the year.
Make sure to listen all the way to the end to hear the promo mentioned by Sandrine.
2021-05-171h 06Step into Mondays!61. Great minds think alike about short films in the classroomIn this episode Krista and Sandrine read each other's mind before discussing benefits of short films in the classroom and suggesting presentational and interpersonal activities for the movies.
2021-05-1054 minBlack SesameMy Country: New Age Review Ep 1-3We've started a new Drama! My Country: New Age (Korea 2019). We hope you are following along with us and give us your feedback on this drama! You can drop us a line at blacksesamepodcast@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @blacksesamepodcast
2021-05-0947 minStep into Mondays!60. What can novice learners do, through the lens of assessment? (a conversation with Paul Sandrock)In this episode, Krista and Sandrine talk with Paul Sandrock. They discuss assessments, proficiency descriptors, etc. This episode is full of fabulous advice - a packed-full workshop!
mentioned in the episode: How to teach so your students will remember by Marilee Sprenger.
2021-05-031h 16Black SesameMovie Time part 2 (Seoul Searching)Grab some popcorn and a drink and pull up a seat it's Movie Time! We are reviewing Beast Clawing at Straw (2020 - South Korea 18+) and Seoul Searching ( 2015 - South Korea 18+).We hope you are following along with us and give us your feedback! You can drop us a line at blacksesamepodcast@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @blacksesamepodcast
2021-05-0139 minBlack SesameMovie Time part 1 (Beast Clawing at Straws)Grab some popcorn and a drink and pull up a seat it's Movie Time! We are reviewing Beast Clawing at Straw (2020 - South Korea 18+) and Seoul Searching ( 2015 - South Korea 18+). We hope you are following along with us and give us your feedback! You can drop us a line at blacksesamepodcast@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @blacksesamepodcast
2021-05-0119 minStep into Mondays!59. How do I incorporate all 5 Cs in one lesson?In this episode, Krista and Sandrine build a lesson with activities to use the 5 Cs. The topic of the unit is around the city.
2021-04-261h 05Step into Mondays!58. A holistic classroom and the place of perfectionIn this episode Krista and Sandrine talk about Sandrine's experience as an AP rater and how it changed her teaching. Tune in even if you don't teach AP language classes.
2021-04-191h 03Black SesameYou Complete Me Episodes 1-5We've started a new Drama! You Complete Me (2020 - Mainland China). We hope you are following along with us and give us your feedback on this drama! You can drop us a line at blacksesamepodcast@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @blacksesamepodcast
2021-04-1537 minStep into Mondays!57. SO what is "grammar in context"? - A conversation with Michelle OlahIn this episode, Krista and Sandrine welcome Michelle Olah and discuss grammar in context. What is it? How do you teach it? And you don't want to miss Michelle's story about her travels to Spain with her family. Anchovies anyone?
2021-04-121h 29
Research lives and cultures10- Julianna Kayaga Sseremba- Challenging organisational practicesJulianna Kayaga- Sseremba or Kaya is an organisational psychologist working as a consultant and is also a Founding Partner at Strategic Engagement Limited. Kaya is planning to do a PhD very soon, but she is already involved in the NEMRA researcher network. She shares with her us some of her experiences working with businesses where she is tackling organisational practices that may hinder the participation of women. Many practices in businesses and academia remain unchallenged. Our lack of courage in tackling them head on maintains the status quo that limits the progression of diversity in the workforce. Well K...
2021-04-1151 minStep into Mondays!56. Let's create a lesson together and celebrate one year on the air!In this episode Krista and Sandrine build a lesson around a video (notice the hyperlink). Follow along to recreate the lesson and use it in your class if you teach French, or follow along to see the creative process that they use.
Lots of shout-outs in this episode...the SCOLT Board of Directors, Elena Kamenetzki, Carmen Scoggins, Florencia Henshaw, Victoria Russell, Amanda Hajji, Shannon Borun and Heidi Trude.
2021-04-051h 12Step into Mondays!55. I'd like to start a book club, where should I start?In this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss steps to successfully start a book-club with students, and ways to organize it.
Reach out via email (stepintomondays@gmail.com) or social media.
https://www.readingandwritinghaven.com/run-book-club-classroom-best-form-choice-reading/
https://everydayesl.com/blog/book-club
https://cpet.tc.columbia.edu/one-book-book-club/book-club-in-the-classroom-10-tips-for-success
2021-03-291h 12Step into Mondays!54. I'd like to use TPRS but I'm using a textbook, so can I still do TPRS?Join Krista and Sandrine as they discuss ways to adapt TPRS when having to follow a textbook.
Shoutouts to Craig Sheehy at TPRS, TPRS, Page to Practice Podcast, Lisa Bartels and Mayem Bialik (with her podcast).
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2021-03-221h 06Step into Mondays!53. What does TPRS actually look like? An immersion in a Japanese lessonHave you heard of TPRS but still don't know what it looks like in the classroom? Then this episode is for you as Krista and Sandrine become students again in a Japanese classroom. And then debrief about it. Don't wait another minute, click play! And click on the links to access the support documents.
Support document 1 and support document 2
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2021-03-151h 22Step into Mondays!53. What is TPRS? A conversation with the founder of TPRS and a teacher of TPRSIn this episode, Krista and Sandrine chat with Blaine Ray and Craig Sheehy about TPRS. They bring up how it came about, how it works and its results.
Next week's episode will include a demonstration in Japanese.
Share your experiences with TPRS, aha moments, etc. via email or social media.
Information about TPRS can be found here: tprsbooks.com, https://www.instagram.com/TPRSbooks/, twitter.com/tprsbooks/, portal.tprsbooks.com, ebooks.tprsbooks.com
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2021-03-0859 minStep into Mondays!51. How do I maintain my edge with pedagogy and my proficiency in the target language?In this episode, Krista and Sandrine share ways to stay in touch with pedagogy without having to spend a lot of money. They also discuss ways to keep engaging with the target language when traveling abroad is difficult or impossible.
What are you favorite cost efficient ways to stay informed of pedagogy and to keep proficient in your target language? Share with us.
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2021-03-011h 18Step into Mondays!50. Eight questions about language teaching and some triviaIn this episode Krista and Sandrine celebrate reaching episode 50 by answering specific questions from language teachers. They also partake in a bit of trivia regarding the podcast.
Do you have questions you'd like Krista and Sandrine to answer? Then share them by email (stepintomondays@gmail.com), Twitter (@intomondays) or Facebook (step into mondays).
Special shoutouts to Meredith White, Martina Bex, Victoria Russell
2021-02-221h 12Step into Mondays!49. What are Languages for Specific Purposes? (with guest Lourdes Sánchez-López)Do you want to infuse more literature in your language classes? Or start a new program that doesn't revolve around literature? Then listen to Dr Lourdes Sánchez-López and her experience with such a program. Also find below resources she mentions in the interview and that she graciously shared to get more information.
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Resouces about Languages for Specific Purposes
Spanish fo...
2021-02-151h 10Step into Mondays!48. How do I build a community in my classroom? and a round of applauseIn this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss the importance of having a sense of community in that classroom. Why do we want to build a community? What does "community" mean? How do we create a community? Krista and Sandrine not only discuss activities often suggested to build community in the classroom, but also discuss their favorite activities to create that community.
Share your small victories and your "aha moments" -
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2021-02-081h 10Step into Mondays!47. Course Adjustments and Self-Cleaning CatsIn this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss adjustments made to their courses in light of students' opinions on previous courses. They also have an impromptu guest. And what do self-cleaning cats have to do with languages? Listen and find out!
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2021-02-011h 00Step into Mondays!46. Songs to talk about social change and social justice? (part 2 of the interview)Did you listen to episode 45 where Krista and Sandrine chatted with colleagues from UAB about a course in which the primary texts were songs? If the answer is yes, keep listening. Otherwise, go listen to the first part of the interview and then come back to listen to the second part of the interview.
In this portion the conversation turns to objectives of the class, students projects and a lot of AHA moments.
Songs used in the class
"Blackbird" by the Beatles (UK)
"Oxford Town" by Bob Dylan (US)
“Concierto de Aranjuez” by Joaquín Rod...
2021-01-251h 01Step into Mondays!45. How can I discuss social justice with my students? (part 1)In this episode, Krista and Sandrine chat with UAB (University of Alabama at Birmingham) colleagues about a course they put together centering on songs and social justice.
This episode was fairly long so this is part one of the conversation.
Guests include: Julian Arribas, John Moore, Erika Hille Rinker, Charly Verstraet and Yumi Takamita.
Questions? Reactions? Reach the team: stepintomondays@gmail.com, Twitter (@intomondays), Facebook (step into mondays).
Show specific information:
https://www.uab.edu/cas/languages/people/faculty-directory/john-k-moore-jr
songs used in the class...
"Blackbird"...
2021-01-1859 minStep into Mondays!44. How do I build my online course? (ADDIE)In this episode Krista and Sandrine come back to an element mentioned in Victoria Russell's interview: best practice elements to build a successful online course. They discuss what ADDIE is and compare it to Backward Design.
This episode also premieres a new segment: small victories.
Reach out and share your small victories, aha moments, or anything else relating to teaching languages.
Links used for information mentioned in the episode
https://elmlearning.com/instructional-design-addie-model/
https://educationaltechnology.net/the-addie-model-instructional-design/
https://www.instructionaldesign.org/models/addie/
https://theinstructionalintegrator...
2021-01-111h 28Step into Mondays!43. You want novice students to talk to native speakers? Really?In this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss why students should have conversations with native speakers from the beginning of their learning journey, along with how you can encourage your students to do it successfully.
2021-01-041h 02Step into Mondays!Best wishesSandrine takes a minute to send best wishes for the new year from both her and Krista. Enjoy your time off and be ready for a new episode next week!
Feel free to share your positive moments of 2020, your small victories of what went right.
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2020-12-2802 minStep into Mondays!Happy Holidays!This time of year is always so busy that Krista and Sandrine have decided that everyone should focus on family, celebrations and rest. So take the time and let your brain take a break.
Meet you back on January 4th!
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2020-12-2101 minStep into Mondays!42. One must have module for your students (aka a getting started module)In this episode, Krista and Sandrine follow up on the previous week's episode and their discussion with Victoria Russell about online teaching. The getting started unit they discuss works not only for online students but also for synchronous classes.
Do you have any questions, comments, responses to what happened in the episode? Email = stepintomondays@gmail.com. Twitter = @intomondays, Facebook = IntoMondays.
2020-12-141h 04Step into Mondays!41. Do you have recommendations on how to better reach my students - online and in person? A conversation with Victoria Russell.Whether you are teaching online, remotely or in person, there are some best practices that can help make the whole process easier for both you and your students. Join us in our conversation with Victoria Russell, a guru of online teaching, and check her out at the following links...
https://www.routledge.com/Teaching-Language-Online-A-Guide-for-Designing-Developing-and-Delivering/Russell-Murphy-Judy/p/book/9781138387003
http://nflrc.hawaii.edu/events/view/105/
https://varussellblog.wordpress.com/
2020-12-071h 14Step into Mondays!40. Ten sessions worth checking out (our takeaways from ACTFL conference)Did you attend the ACTFL conference? Or did you want to but couldn't for a reason or another? Here are some sessions worth mentioning and what appealed to us in those presentations. We're listing them below for you to check them out or check out those language professionals (and potentially connect with them).
It was a different year for ACTFL but they did a great job giving access to hundreds of sessions. We wish we could talk about all of them but there isn't enough time in a day - and how long would it take us?!
2020-11-3058 minStep into Mondays!39. Activities for your students beyond the classroomIn this episode Krista and Sandrine talk about activities that they do with their students outside of the classroom, the benefits of such activities and how students react to such activities.
At the beginning of the episode they reference back to the proficiency unit they do in their classes. If you are curious about what they're talking about, episode 18 is about the reorganization of that unit.
the books referenced in the aha moment segment are...
While we're on the topic by Bill VanPatten
The subtle art of not giving a f*c...
2020-11-231h 00Step into Mondays!38. Work smarter, not harder. An episode about authentic resources and multiple usesIn this episode, Krista and Sandrine discuss where to find authentic resources and what types of activities to do for them. They also bring up the fact that an authentic resource can be used for multiple levels, making the task of finding input easier.
The film referenced in the show can be found on YouTube at this link...https://youtu.be/6ARR5AOrKts
2020-11-161h 03Step into Mondays!37. What do YOU remember? (Teaching for the long term, part 2)Please note that this episode was recorded in early September (in case the time reference made don't make sense to you).
Krista and Sandrine finish discussing step to incorporate in our classrooms so that our students will store information in their long term memories - because who enjoys being stared at instead of getting a response on a topic that's already been discussed?
The information comes from the book "how to teach so students will remember" Ed. 2 by Marilee Sprenger.
If you missed part 1, you might want to go listen to it first.
2020-11-091h 15Step into Mondays!36. Do your students have trouble remembering what you talked about last week? (teaching for the long term, part 1)Please note that this episode was recorded in early September (in case the time reference made don't make sense to you).
Has this ever happened in your class? You ask a question. No one answers. All the students have a blank look on their face. Come on, we talked about this *yesterday/last week/2 weeks ago/fill in timeframe*. Still a blank look. But you know you taught that.
So why do students do that to us? We teach it, they remember it, take a test and when you bring it back up they have a...
2020-11-021h 05Step into Mondays!35. It's not perfect and it's OK. A PSA for language (and other subject) teachers.Have you ever wanted to hear Sandrine sing? Has it been a while since you've heard Scarlet tweet? Are you feeling as overwhelmed as Krista was this week, or have you been like she puts it "in a mood"? Are you just plain tired or stressed or not your usual self? Then you want to listen to this episode. And even if you don't think you're feeling all or any of the above, you still want to listen - if nothing else to make sure you're not spreading toxic positivity.
And once you've listened, feel free to...
2020-10-2656 minStep into Mondays!34. Do I need to belong to professional associations for language teachers? How about conferences, do I need to go? (with guest Howie Berman)In a rare back to back guest episodes, Krista and Sandrine chat with Howie Berman about ACTFL. Do you know everything that ACTFL does for advocacy for the profession? Do you have questions about the virtual conference this year? And let's talk about community within ACTFL. Lastly let's not forget to talk about the publications published by ACTFL.
This episode has EVERYTHING ACTFL! And not necessarily in the order it is listed.
https://www.actfl.org/
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2020-10-191h 27Step into Mondays!33. What does Bill VanPatten have to say about input and error correction?In a mini episode, Krista and Sandrine demonstrated what a lot of language classrooms look like in regards to correcting "errors". In this episode, Krista and Sandrine chat with Bill Van Patten about error correction and input. Listen to hear what he says about the concept of errors and what he thinks of the term. BVP also shares what a lesson might look like in his classroom in a way that bridges the theory to the practice. We can only say that the Diva of SLA is an absolute gem.
Aha moment comes from Class Cast Podcast, e...
2020-10-121h 37Step into Mondays!What does error correction look like?Another short and extra episode? This time Krista and Sandrine illustrate what still happens in a lot of language classrooms when students attempt to speak in target language. Why would they do that? Because on the next episode they will talk with Bill VanPatten and what error correction should look like. And they wanted you to experience second-hand the exchange of error correction.
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2020-10-0805 minStep into Mondays!32. How do we make literature relevant to students? (aka using social media for literature AND other classes)In this episode, Krista and Sandrine discuss how students view literature as boring and irrelevant and how we can change that with our classrooms. They go over the the traditional approach to literary texts and alternate approaches. As they have both used social media in their classrooms, they also talk about their students' reactions to this different approach.
Worthy of mention are the shout-outs in this episode to Linda Markley and Mme Carbonneau, as well as the podcast Too Dope Teachers.
Also they have a call for questions for their upcoming recording with Bill VanPatten...
2020-10-051h 06Step into Mondays!What errors have we made while speaking world languages?In this extra (and short!) episode, Krista and Sandrine share errors they have made in the target languages, as well as errors students have made. All in good fun of what was said.
Want to share some of your more colorful errors? leave us a voice message or email us (stepintomondays@gmail.com) or tweet us (@intomondays)
2020-10-0116 minStep into Mondays!31. Three steps to help students better understand Target Language (aka listening strategies)Why can't my students listen to a passage in target language and understand comprehension questions? If you've wondered about this in the past, this episode is for you. Krista and Sandrine discuss what typical listening questions really test and how to teach our students to become better listeners.
And want to know a secret about an upcoming episode? Then you want to listen as Sandrine let's the cat out of the bag!
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2020-09-281h 04
Know YourselfHow to Reduce the Stress of DivisivenessWe are well into 2020 and the world is more divided than ever. Do you find it difficult to talk people about current events? We are nearing the most divisive election in recent history and if that is not enough, there are divided opinions on most everything else today. Because many of our relationships with our friends and family are affected by disagreement, we are under a great deal of stress, but there are effective ways to stay calm. We focus on the topic of perception and explain how you can look at the world more objectively. We discuss the i...
2020-09-2231 minStep into Mondays!30. How can we give our students confidence in their language skills? (it's all about immersion)In this episode, Krista and Sandrine plan activities for an immersion weekend. Typically the weekend takes place over a full weekend but this year they are forced to do it virtually. Listen to hear their brains working (literally!) as they exchange ideas for the organization of the immersion day. They also discuss the importance of such activities in students learning journeys.
Sandrine's Aha moment! comes comes the Staff Room Podcast.
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2020-09-211h 11Step into Mondays!29. How do we equip our students for the future? (aka global seal of proficiency) - with guest Linda EgnatzFor this very important question that rounds up as students as global citizens, Krista and Sandrine welcome a guest, Linda Egnatz. Linda works for the Global Seal of Biliteracy and in this conversation highlights the path to biliteracy as well as its purpose.
If you would like for information for either the Seal or the Global Seal, check out...
https://sealofbiliteracy.org/index.php
https://theglobalseal.com/
2020-09-141h 11Step into Mondays!28. FIVE steps to build a successful escape room activity (aka in person and digital breakout!)Have you ever wanted to create escape room activities with your students but didn't know where to start? In this episode, Krista and Sandrine put their (tired) brains together and come up with activities that will create a breakout on proficiency. Once you figure out how it works, it's easy to reproduce with other topics in the target language.
Special shout-outs to: Hannah Joseph (the original breakout queen), Linda Markley (the kindness exemplified queen), Deborah Houk Schocket (the encouraging queen).
Mentioned in the episode... https://musicuentos.com/2015/08/crepe-talk/
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2020-09-0757 minStep into Mondays!27. How was your summer? Did you accomplish all your goals? (aka goal setting)In this episode Krista and Sandrine revisit the goals they set for the summer (episode 13) to share what they discovered as well as what they achieved (and didn't achieve). Join them down this winding path and find out about their discoveries and their aha moments. Also as they set new goals for the fall, jump in and share your own goals.
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Twitter = @IntoMondays
Shout-outs = PearDeck, Adobe Spak, Joe Dale, AWLA, Linda Egnatz and Avant Assessments.
2020-08-311h 01Step into Mondays!26. How do I stay in Target Language AND keep my students' interest? (aka 90% target language)Does the beginning of the episode feel a bit jarring? No worries, Krista and Sandrine were just trying to illustrate 90% Target Language use as recommended by ACTFL. The concept might seem straight forward and easy, but often teachers struggle with it as they feel that students push back or just give up trying to understand and learn. So in this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss strategies to not only figure out how much TL you actually use, but also how to be effective with it. Without forgetting that 90% TL applies to students also. So take a listen!
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2020-08-241h 07Step into Mondays!Can I pick your brain about my online lit class?In this special bonus episode, Sandrine picks Krista's brain to come up with an engaging way to teach her lit class in an asynchronous way. They bat ideas back and forth wrapping their brains around the difficult format that the pandemic is forcing on us. And eventually succeed. It's definitely an episode with our brains at work, and demonstrating collaboration.
2020-08-2120 minStep into Mondays!25. You have questions? We have answers!Episode 25! As a celebration, Krista and Sandrine take questions that they received and answer them. Some questions would need a whole episode dedicated to them but the girls still give answers even if in a nutshell.
Special mention to Joe Dale and Noah Geisel and their podcast MFLTwitterati
Do you have other questions you'd like to see addressed in another Q&A session? Email them to stepintomondays@gmail.com, or send them via Twitter (@intomondays).
2020-08-1758 minStep into Mondays!24. How incorporating play in the classroom improves language skills and enrollment (with guest Linda Markley)In this episode Krista and Sandrine welcome a special guest, Linda Markley. In her years of teaching Linda discovered the power of play and here she graciously discusses her discoveries and methods with us.
The show is actually mostly the Krista show this week because technology just didn't want to work for Sandrine (you'll quickly understand when you start listening). But we pushed through and present a rich conversation nonetheless.
Linda also has an inspirational website that you can find by following the link below. Check it out, it's full of invaluable information.
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2020-08-101h 01Step into Mondays!What do you mean play in the classroom? - a previewA short preview of the upcoming episode titled "How incorporating play in the classroom improves enrollment".
Guest Linda Markley
https://www.spiritofteaching.org/home/
2020-08-0601 minStep into Mondays!23. Four steps to get your students started for online, hybrid or face-to-face classesIn these uncertain times, teachers everywhere are getting ready and asking themselves what tools their students will need in order to succeed this school term. Therefore Krista and Sandrine discuss a "getting started" module that they have used with their online classes. In addition to presenting the module they discuss changes they will make to it for a higher impact with their students.
And by the sounds of it, Scarlet had a few things to share as she clicked her beak a few times (she was agreeing with Sandrine of course!). While Krista new grand-puppy was disagreeing...
2020-08-031h 00Step into Mondays!22. How do I start the new school year on the right foot ? (considering the current climate)How do you typically start your school year, or your new semester? Krista and Sandrine discuss best practices, and what they do to establish expectations from day 1. They also compare to what they used to do.
Don't forget to listen all the way through to hear their AHA moments!
Tech mentioned in this episode: PearDeck, Wheel of name, Whiteboard.fi and TheAnswerPad.
Shout-outs to: Victoria Russell, Isabelle Drewelow.
2020-07-2758 minStep into Mondays!21. How to prepare a lesson with backward design?In this episode, Krista and Sandrine wrap up the three part series about backward design. This episode about the lesson level is concentrated on a unit about the city for a beginner level.
And be ready for a new segment - aha moment!- in which Krista and Sandrine share something that caught their attention and doesn't relate to the episode.
Special shout-outs of the episode go to: Joe Dale, Tom Whitby, the EdTech Chat Podcast, the Diversity Gap Podcast, Dr Darnisa Amante-Jackson, Adobe Spark (not a sponsor unfortunately).
https://www.psychologytoday.com...
2020-07-201h 06Step into Mondays!20. Three steps to design a successful unit (backward design your units)In a previous episode Krista and Sandrine analyzed steps to design your overall language program. In this episode they discuss the next step, designing a specific unit. To obtain their objectives, they demonstrate Backward Design (Wiggins and McTighe).
Special shout-out to Bill VanPatten and Joe Dale, and special mentions of The Answer Pad, Whiteboard.fi and Google Tour Creator.
For a quick reference to Backward Design, refer back to Wiggins and McTighe...
https://educationaltechnology.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/backward-design.pdf
2020-07-131h 08Step into Mondays!19. How do I best prepare for the fall? (backward design your course)In this episode, despite multiple interruptions, Krista and Sandrine discuss planning for the upcoming term (year/semester/etc.). It all starts with the end in mind! So listen up as they go through the backward planning principles and use their own courses to illustrate how it would go.
Next episode, they will tackle the same planning but for a specific unit.
If you have any questions or comments, reach out via Twitter (@IntoMondays) or email (stepintomondays@gmail.com).
If you want to check out the backward design, look up Wiggins and McTighe
2020-07-061h 20Step into Mondays!18. Four steps to get our students on the path to proficiencyAfter chatting with Dawn Samples about proficiency based classes, Krista and Sandrine decided to revisit their proficiency unit to make it more efficient and let bulky. Join them as they brainstorms on the format of the new unit and don't forget to take notes so you can have your own proficiency unit to use with your students!
If you have any questions, reach out via email (stepintomondays@gmail.com) or via Twitter (@IntoMondays).
2020-06-2952 minStep into Mondays!17. How do I apply personalized learning in my language classroom? (it's all about proficiency vs fluency) - with guest Dawn SamplesIn this episode, listeners have a special treat as we invited Dawn Samples as our guest to discuss proficiency vs. fluency. She leaves both Krista and Sandrine speechless - a never before happened wonder!
If you have any questions, reach out via email or Twitter. And don't forget to check out the website.
2020-06-221h 23Step into Mondays!16. How do I keep my students from cheating with Google Translate when they write?In this episode, Sandrine and Krista create a writing activity which bridges to a lesson on teaching students how to use a translating dictionary.
Special shout-out to Mrs Gilepsi who provided the first step of the writing activity.
Also shout-out to Mme Shephard, and Carmen Scoggins.
Do you have a writing activity that works particularly well? Share with us either on Twitter (@IntoMondays) or email us (stepintomondays@gmail.com).
2020-06-151h 00Step into Mondays!15. How do I adapt social justice practices in my classroom?We are protesting victims of hate crime. We are protesting police violence against innocents. We stand with the black community.
While most entertainment based podcast went to a blackout format, this podcast is about pedagogy. This podcast is about changing the classroom narrative, not just for students to learn a new language, but also for students to find a voice. This podcast is also about educating educators so that we become part of the solution, not part of the problem.
In this spirit, during this episode, we discuss the inclusion of culture (or is it...
2020-06-081h 15Step into Mondays!14. Four Techs to Absolutely Discover this summer - And a Few Others to Check OutIs that thunder in the background? And did Sandrine just completely tune Krista out? These are some of the moments that inserted themselves in an otherwise intense discovery of tech tools for the classroom. All of these tools are geared toward student learning, and evaluated according to our own experience (or lack of) with them. However if any of these companies want to sponsor our show, don't wait another minute before contacting us.
We want to give you a forewarning that the storm corrupted part of the recording, creating an overlap of voices in places - just...
2020-06-041h 00Step into Mondays!13. What's the roadmap for success in the classroom for both me and my students? (aka goal setting for students and teachers)Despite recording woes, in this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss what should happen after reflection (from episode 12): goal settings. They speak not only of teacher goals (in the classroom and professionally) but also of students goals - both during the school year and during the summer break.
What are your goals? Share via email or on Twitter.
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2020-06-011h 01Step into Mondays!12. THREE questions to ask yourself - and ask your students (hint it's about reflection)The end of the year always seems to bring reflection at the forefront. In this episode, Krista and Sandrine discuss what questions to ask yourself, and reflect themselves on their years.
Be sure to share your reflections with us... stepintomondays@gmail.com
AND, on Twitter... @IntoMondays
2020-05-251h 03Step into Mondays!11. How do I energize my students? And myself, for that matterIn this episode packed full with energy, Krista and Sandrine discuss their favorite activities to bring energy back to the classroom. Multiple language teachers get mentioned along with a couple of articles.
Diane Portillo
Musicuentos.com - Sara-Elizabeth Cottrell
Greg Duncan
La Maestra Loca – Annabelle Allen
Kristen Noelle Donoghue Wolf
Brenda J. Moraels Castañeda
Jennifer Shurtz Bruni
Martina Bex
Marcia Tate
Sr. Wooly
Edutopia article...
20 - three brain breaks...
Wanna share your favorite brain breaks? Email us! stepintomondays@gmail.com
2020-05-1854 minStep into Mondays!10. What can I do to assess my students' reading comprehension?In this episode, Krista and Sandrine hash out ways to assess reading comprehension. Does it have to be always a summative assessment? Can it be formative? In the conversation they take a couple of side-steps, including talking about Sandrine's closet, the first time Krista saw it!
For this episode Krista and Sandrine used a different recording method which resulted in a different sound. Feel free to give us some feedback about it (although they don't intend on recording that way again).
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2020-05-111h 20Step into Mondays!9. How do I teach my students to stay away from Google Translate when Reading?In this episode, Krista and Sandrine discuss how to teach students to read in Target Language, even with low proficiency levels.
2020-05-0454 minStep into Mondays!8. How do I even begin to assess my students' conversations?In this episode, Sandrine and Krista discuss how to use conversations as either a formative or summative assessment. They also talk about various ways to go about grading and how to assign points.
As always, feel free to reach out to them... stepintomondays@gmail.com
2020-04-2759 minStep into Mondays!7. How do we teach our students to carry a conversation?In this episode, Sandrine and Krista get together despite a very stormy day in Alabama and put together a lesson on communication strategies. The objective is to help students prepare for impromptu conversations in target language.
The Alabama weather carried through the recording and halfway through Krista comes through as a psychic, answering and reacting before (or at the same time) Sandrine speaks. We apologize for that eerie experience - which is an added bonus to this great ride on language teaching.
Don't forget to notice the new intro (transition and exit) music! Feel free to drop us a line...
2020-04-201h 05Step into Mondays!6. What are you teaching next class? Let's brainstorm!Sandrine is trying to build her Spanish back up and show Krista what she can do with it. Meanwhile Krista is thinking ahead to next week's class so Krista and Sandrine put their heads together and come up with a lesson plan while being mindful of classroom objectives, and modes of communication.
Thank you to all the new listeners, we hope you're enjoying the show. Let us know how we're doing... stepintomondays@gmail.com
2020-04-1539 minStep into Mondays!5. Testing, testing... but in a meaningful way to avoid cheatingAfter several episodes of discussing activities and giving teachers tips on how to make the current remote teaching situation easier, Krista and Sandrine tackle the ever stressful assessment topic. They offer some way to assess language students, as well as discuss some of their favorite assessment strategies. The topic of cheating also come up and what they have successfully done to limit its occurrence. Check it out!
And if you have specific comments or requests for topics, the email is stepintomondays@gmail.com
2020-04-1241 minStep into Mondays!4. Three activities to use during remote teachingIn this episode, Krista and Sandrine revisit the importance of self care during these stressful times and Krista shares a great Zoom lesson that she had. Listen to discover yet another technology resource.
To get in touch with us to share praise or request specific topics, email us - stepintomondays@gmail.com
2020-04-1031 minStep into Mondays!3. What are 3 techs you must know to help you with remote teaching?In this episode, after some low grade silliness flow (teachers in closets?), Krista and Sandrine discuss their favorite technology to use with their classes and address what they can and cannot do with them. Also, what activities to do with that technology?
Want to reach out with requests and comments?
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2020-04-0729 minStep into Mondays!2. How do I connecting with students now that we're doing remote teaching? And how do I teach?In this episode Krista and Sandrine discuss some ways to reach out to students if there is no access to Zoom/GoogleMeet. They also brainstorm on a few activities that can be used and reused without needing technology since not every teacher is able to keep synchronous classes during this COVID-19 distancing.
2020-04-0432 minStep into Mondays!1. Cut yourself some slackAt a time when schools are closing temporarily (until it becomes permanent for the end of the school year), teachers are finding themselves in front of the monumental class of reproducing their every day magic via remote settings. Resources and ideas are everywhere, but where to begin. That's what Krista and Sandrine discuss today as they hope to build a diverse and engaged language teachers community.
2020-04-0232 minStep into Mondays!What is Step into Mondays! ?Just a brief introduction of the hosts and the content of the podcast.
2020-04-0109 min
SanWa LibraryEp.1 - Physical Books, Ebooks, and AudiobooksHello everyone!!
This is my first bookish related podcast.
On this first podcast I will give you my opinion about Physical Books, Ebooks, and Audibooks in English.
Pardon me for my bad English and long duration.
I hope for your input.
If you like to see me, you can listen and watch the video version of this podcast through my Youtube channel.
Enjoy!!
SanWa Library
SanWa Journeys
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2020-01-0820 min