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The ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 164. Your Inner Classroom: The 5 Pillars That Change How You Show UpToday, I want to do an official introduction. An introduction to the new layer of Simply Ieva ESL, the addition that I believe is so so important in teaching yet is so frequently overlooked. That addition is the Inner Classroom™ framework. The Inner Classroom is what is happening inside of your mind and your emotional landscape and how it affects your environment and your perceptions. In today’s episode, I will talk about how taking care of this inner classroom helps teachers prevent burnout before it happens—and recover from it when it does—by strengthening emotional regulation, clarity, and self...
2026-01-2026 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 163. The First 7 Minutes: Why Your Class Needs a Better Beginning (Not a Better Lesson)Stop focusing only on the lesson plan and start focusing on the most critical moments of your class: the first seven minutes.In this episode, we dive into the powerful shift that happens when teachers prioritize grounding the room over pushing through. We explore why those initial moments set the tone for all the learning that follows, especially for multilingual learners.Key Takeaways:It's about the Nervous System, Not Competence: The class often feels "off" not due to a classroom management failure, but because students (and you) are still transitioning and their nervous systems...
2026-01-1316 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 162. When the Strategies Aren’t Enough: Teaching ELs without Losing YourselfToday’s episode "When the Strategies Aren’t Enough: Teaching ELs without Losing Yourself," is a reintroduction to The ESL Teaching Podcast, marking a new season of growth and transformation.Here are a few key ideas you'll here: A Personal Break and Burnout: I am sharing why I stepped away from the podcast for several months (July through December 2025) - to recover from complete burnout from teaching, over-giving, and grieving the loss of a loved one. This break prompted a necessary pause and a shift in perspective.The 'Inner Classroom': We are shifting focus from solely teach...
2026-01-0612 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 161 - Announcement + Big News About the RoadmapToday’s episode is short, sweet, and exciting! I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes update and big news about the ESL Teacher Roadmap.Whether you're new to the ESL Teaching Podcast or you’ve been listening since day one, this quick episode is for you. I’ll walk you through a few upcoming changes, a big shift I’ve been planning, and how it will impact the content, resources, and support available to ESL teachers just like you.If you’ve ever wished there was a clear, practical path to follow as an EL teacher - one that bal...
2025-07-0106 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 160 - Your First Year as an EL Teacher- What Matters MostStarting your first year as an EL teacher can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Especially if you're stepping into a new building, new subject, or working with newcomers for the first time. In this episode, I’m answering a listener question from a music teacher-turned-EL teacher who’s just beginning this journey. I’m walking you through five things that matter most in your first year as an EL teacher with concrete examples, approachable strategies, and encouragement. If you're a newer EL teacher (or just want a back-to-basics refresher), this episode will help you feel more grounded and prepared for th...
2025-06-2420 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 159 - What to Do When a Newcomer Walks Through Your Door: The First 30 DaysYou’re in the middle of your school day when the front office calls: “You’re getting a new student tomorrow. They don’t speak any English.” Cue the racing heart and rising questions. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly what to do during those critical first 30 days after a newcomer walks into your classroom. Whether you're an ESL teacher or a classroom teacher supporting English learners, you’ll leave this episode with clarity and calm.Show Notes:Episode 159 - What to Do When a Newcomer Walks Through Your Door: The First 30 Days Simply I...
2025-06-1719 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 158 - What They Wish You Knew: Muslim Students in the ClassroomI’m joined today by Farhana N. Shah - an experienced educator, instructional specialist, and advocate for Muslim students. Farhana brings over two decades of expertise in teaching, professional development, and equity work. Together, we explore what real inclusion looks like for Muslim students in today’s classrooms.Farhana shares powerful stories and actionable tips for educators: how to build trust with students from diverse backgrounds, how to honor religious and cultural practices like Ramadan and Eid, and why visibility and empathy matter more than ever. Whether you're new to supporting Muslim learners or want to deepen your...
2025-06-1044 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 157 - Here is Why You're Drained (or Energized) by TeachingHave you ever walked out of your classroom at the end of the day feeling completely drained by teaching, even when everything went “according to plan”? Or maybe you’ve had days where tossing the plan aside and following your gut left you feeling more energized by teaching than ever before. What’s really going on? In this episode, we dive deep into why you’re sometimes drained (or energized) by teaching, and how understanding your unique teaching energy can help you work with your natural rhythm, set better boundaries, and recover from those exhausting weeks.Show N...
2025-06-0328 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 156 - The Hidden Key to Engagement: Learning Rhythms You've Probably Never ConsideredIn today's episode, we're talking and taking a closer look at what I call five learner energy profiles. These aren't learning styles per se in the traditional sense. They are patterns that I've seen over and over again. Patterns that help explain why some students engage instantly, why some stay quiet for months, and how we can meet all of them where they are. We're going to explore how each learner shows up, what they need to thrive, and how small shifts in your teaching approach can make a big difference, not just in academics, abundant connection and confidence...
2025-05-2720 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 155 - How to use AI to Personalize Learning, Boost Engagement and Assess Multilingual Learners (Part 2)In part one, we covered the why behind using AI in the classroom, how to craft effective prompts, and two smart ways to use it to differentiate instruction and generate speaking and writing prompts based on proficiency levels. And today, we're picking right up where we left off with tips three through five, where I will walk you through how to use AI to personalize learning experiences based on your students' needs, interests, and cultures, create engaging content and classroom activities that reinforce language in fun and low prep ways, and how to design quick and effective assessments and...
2025-05-2026 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 154 - Smarter Planning for ELs: AI Prompting & Differentiation Made Easy (Part 1)In this episode, we’re exploring a topic that’s generating a lot of buzz in the world of education - AI. Whether you’re excited, skeptical, or simply overwhelmed by all things AI, I want to break down exactly how tools like ChatGPT can be a game-changer for EL teachers and classroom educators working with multilingual students. Planning, differentiating, and scaffolding for English learners takes a ton of work, but what if AI could save you time and help you create more meaningful, engaging content without losing your unique teaching touch? In this first part of this special two-pa...
2025-05-1324 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 153 - 5 Must-Know Tips for New EL TeachersOne of my favorite things about connecting with teachers is hearing your questions. Whether it's navigating a tricky teaching moment or figuring out where to start with English learners. And while each situation is unique, so many of your questions echo the same themes, especially from those of you who are new EL teachers. If you are stepping into the EL world for the first time, transitioning from a general education role or newly certified in figuring out what this all looks like in real life, this episode is for you. And since spring is often a time when...
2025-05-0620 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 152 - 5 Simple Wins for the Days You’re Just DoneLet’s get real about those exhausting days when lesson planning feels impossible and burnout lurks around every corner…especially as the end of the school year approaches. In this episode, I open up about my own struggles with low energy and share my solution: an “emergency lesson folder” packed with simple, engaging activities that spark student energy and make teaching easier when you’re running on empty. From creative listening and speaking tasks to easy yet effective writing prompts (including clever uses of social media) these activities are low-prep, fun, and work across all four language domains. Whether your stude...
2025-04-2918 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 151 - The Big 5: Key Pillars of EL Inclusion in Mainstream ClassroomsWhen it comes to teaching English learners, there's no question that EL specialists are trained to meet their unique language and learning needs. But what about regular classroom teachers, the ones juggling 25 different needs in one room and suddenly faced with students who speak little or no English? It can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even a little bit lonely at times. That's why I wanted to share this episode with you, the key pillars of EL inclusion. Whether you are an EL teacher looking to support your colleagues or a general educator who wants to do right by the...
2025-04-2218 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 150 - Rooted in Success: 5 Reasons to Teach Greek & Latin Roots in Any ClassroomToday's episode is all about building vocabulary in a powerful and lasting way. We're diving into something that often gets overlooked, Greek and Latin root words. I am so excited because we have a special guest joining us who's incredibly passionate about this topic. My dear friend, Laura Kebart from Language Arts Teachers is on the podcast today again and sharing with us five compelling reasons why it's absolutely worth your time and energy to teach root words and how this one strategy can open up a world of understanding for your students no matter their language background.
2025-04-1533 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 149 - Why Social-Emotional Learning Matters Just as Much as AcademicsThe world needs emotional intelligence. We need emotional intelligence. Our students need emotional intelligence. Intellectual knowledge is great, but by itself, it wreaks havoc, as without emotional depth and experiences, we're not able to engage in meaningful conversations, discussions, learning, and problem solving. In today's episode, I'm going to talk about why social-emotional learning matters just as much as academics. The intellectual intelligence and emotional intelligence, EQ and IQ, and how the two of them work together to help students learn and become well rounded adults who are able to communicate productively in any situation....
2025-04-0818 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 148 - How to Teach ELs When You Don't Speak Their LanguageYou just found out you have English learners in your classroom, but you don't speak their language. Now what? Should you Google translate your entire lesson? Mime your way through the day? Don't worry. You don't have to speak their language to be an effective and impactful teacher. In today's episode, we're going to talk about the mindset shift that will take some pressure off your shoulders, practical strategies that make your teaching more accessible, and even a few stories from my own classroom to prove that you really don't need to speak another language to be an amazing...
2025-04-0119 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 147 - Hooked on Books! How Novels Can Supercharge EL Vocabulary and ThinkingReading is always a hot topic for good reason, and it's something every teacher thinks about no matter the grade level. But when it comes to teaching reading to English learners, there are extra layers to consider, especially around language proficiency and age. I'm excited to share something I've been trying out with my middle schoolers, something that has truly sparked their interest and motivation to read. I decided to take a different approach and launch a novel study with them. In this episode, I'll tell you about the way novels can supercharge EL vocabulary and thinking and the...
2025-03-2519 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 145 - It’s Not Just About Language! The 2 Soft Skills Every EL Teacher Should HaveIn education, we often focus on the hard skills, the academic knowledge of our subject, the instructional strategies, the assessment methods, and the pedagogy that shape effective teaching. These are the measurable, tangible aspects of our profession, and they are absolutely essential. But today, I want to shift the focus to something just as important yet often overlooked, soft skills. So in today’s episode, I will explore two key aspects of these soft skills, communications and cultural awareness, and unpack why they are essential when working with English learners.Show Notes: Episode 145 - It...
2025-03-1113 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 144 - 3 Myths About Teaching Newcomers - And What Actually WorksLet’s talk about three common myths about teaching newcomers. Teaching English learners is really not as complicated as many think, yet I hear from so many overwhelmed teachers who have lost sight of the forest for the trees. Schools are notorious for grasping onto the newest programs and ideas for teaching English learners, which sometimes work out but frequently puts a lot of unnecessary pressure on all teachers. There are so many misconceptions about teaching ELs, and I'm going to address three of them in this episode. Plus, share a way on how you can begin including ELs in...
2025-03-0413 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 143 - How to Beat the Mid-Year Slump in the EL Classroom for Both Students and TeachersWelcome to the mid-year slump. Whether you live in a colder climate like I do or anywhere else, the middle of the school year can get hard for so many reasons. February and March in particular can be especially tough months in the school year. Students and teachers are tired, motivation is dipping, and standardized testing is looming. If you are feeling dragged down and your ELs seem disengaged, you're not alone. In today's episode, I will share fun interactive engagement strategies along with mindfulness and social emotional techniques to support both you and your students.
2025-02-2521 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 142 - The Secret to Effective EL Lessons? Start at the End!I am very excited about today's episode because I know it will bring so much value to you. I've talked about lesson planning before, but today, I wanted to share a process that has been very helpful and, honestly, is truly a great way to plan for our EL students. So in today's episode, I will be sharing all about backward design and lesson planning, how it is different from traditional lesson planning, what are the pros and cons of each type of planning, as well as provide real life example of how I updated our EL newcomer curriculum...
2025-02-1817 min
DJ 50 SpännIeva Kisieliute – byråkrat på dagen, rockjournalist på natten
Man ska leva livet som en medelålders rockman. Det anser Ieva Kisieliute – som råkar vara ung, statlig byråkrat och lady. Samt, inte minst, rockjournalist när arbetsdagen slutar och natten gryr.
På en loppis i Karlskorna – i en hög av bråte, mögel och gamla porrtidningar – fiskar hon upp fem enheter gammelvinyl för det sammanlagda värdet av 50 kronor. Och eftersom det här är Dj 50 Spänn så får plattorna får oss att prata om saker som dessa:
Svart Ridå och annan progressiv indie
Alice Coopers sumpade Bond-tema
Stor-Uffe, Lil...
2024-12-181h 04The ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 100 - It's Our 100th Episode! Comments From Listeners and Hot Seat with Simply IevaYou're listening to the 100th episode of the ESL Teaching Podcast. Can you believe the ESL teaching podcast has been around for 100 episodes? Me neither. This occasion certainly calls for celebration, and I wanted to make it a little different than usual. Instead of interviewing another wonderful educator or giving you teaching tips, today, you will hear an interview with me! That's right. I am in the hot seat, and I am answering your questions about Ieva, the person, and Ieva, the teacher! What you will hear about in this episode:You will learn a...
2024-01-3032 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 97 - How Teachers Can Harness the Power of Second Language Acquisition Stages when working with ELsWelcome to another episode of The ESL Teaching Podcast! In today's episode, I dive into the fascinating world of second language acquisition stages and how they impact teaching English learners. With a focus on the five stages of second language acquisition, I want to shed light on the importance of understanding this process for educators. From the cooing stage to advanced fluency, I outline the timeline and key milestones in language development, offering valuable insights for teachers working with EL students. What you will hear about in this episode:First language acquisition stagesSecond language...
2024-01-0917 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 96 - Lessons Learned, Impact Made and the Wisdom to Bring Into the New YearIn today's episode, I reflected on the wisdom gained and impact made in the past year, sharing valuable lessons for teachers of English learners. From the power of "less is more" in lesson planning to the importance of connecting with student families in a genuine way, I provide insights that can transform your teaching approach. Additionally, I emphasize the significance of prioritizing your well-being as a teacher and share my personal strategies for self-care. Join us as we delve into my reflections and impactful initiatives, and discover how these lessons can empower educators in the new year.
2024-01-0218 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 95 - Empowering Adult English Learners with Leah MitchellBeing an educational consultant is one of the most rewarding experiences one can have. Through my website and podcast, I hear from so many teachers from all around the world who teach a variety of ages in a variety of places with a variety of experiences and resources. And what's even more exciting is that I get to work with some of those wonderful teachers as their coach. In today's episode, I am chatting with my teacher client, Leah Mitchell, who is an adult ESL teacher in Manitoba, Canada. Leah is a workplace language instructor and consultant. She has 15...
2023-12-1931 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 94 - From Vision to Reality: Intentional Goal Setting for the New Year and Beyond (re-air)With the new year right around the corner, we tend to reflect on the things we accomplished and what we can do to improve on the quality of our lives, both personal and professional, in the next year. So setting goals is especially popular this time of year. The hopes are high that in the coming year, we for sure will exercise more, or read more books, or do more of this or less of that. Unfortunately, life continues flowing without much regard to the grand plans of our mind, and that's why we tend to fall off the...
2023-12-1221 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 92 - Embracing Diverse December Celebrations in ESL ClassroomsDecember is right around the corner, and we all know that everything seems to gain speed once Thanksgiving is over. With a few weeks left before the holiday break in December, we also want to make sure our lessons are meaningful and not just busy work. Have you ever wondered what December holidays are celebrated around the world? This question has come up for me personally and has been popping up in the schools I work in as well. So I took it upon myself to do a little research and to create an EL lesson for both my...
2023-11-2815 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 91 - EL Curriculum Magic and Mastering Classroom Dynamics (Q and A)As I was planning this episode out, I looked at all the things we talk about on this podcast. That is a lot! From EL newcomer teaching and all that is related to that, how to teach grammar and vocabulary, where to find materials, different teaching strategies and tips, teacher collaboration, ELs in regular education classrooms, and so many more topics. And since this podcast is for all of you involved in teaching multilingual learners, I wanted to make sure your voices are heard. On a daily basis, I received several emails that share your current biggest struggles as...
2023-11-2118 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 90 - Teaching Thanksgiving with Accuracy and EmpathyA couple of years ago, I had a conversation with a student who had just arrived from Turkey that inspired a monthly newsletter to our staff about celebrations around the world for that month. In November, as we were going over the days that we will be in school and why we have a break at the end of the month, we talked about the celebration of Thanksgiving and what typically happens during that time. Many of our ELs, unless they are in elementary schools, don't have a clear concept of the origins of certain purely American h...
2023-11-1412 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 89 - The Three Cs of EL Family EngagementWelcome to episode 89 of The ESL Teaching Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the three Cs of EL family engagement: connection, community, and continued support. I want to share my personal experience of creating a space for parents of EL students to come together and have coffee and conversation. Through this informal setting, my partner and I discovered valuable lessons about building an inclusive community in schools and districts. What you will hear about in this episode:The importance of family engagement in schoolsChallenges in engaging multilingual familiesMy personal experience and empathyThe Coffee...
2023-11-0713 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 88 - How to Use Novel Study to Enrich Vocabulary and SpeakingReading is always a hot topic, and teaching reading to English learners presents its own set of challenges. It has to do with grade level, with English proficiency, and other factors. So today, I wanted to share with you how I have been implementing novel study this school year with my middle schoolers in particular, and that has allowed my students to be engaged in and motivated to read. What you will hear about in this episode:Implementing a novel study in the classroomChallenges of teaching reading to English learnersSelecting appropriate books based on...
2023-10-3119 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 87 - What Does it Take to Acquire a Language and Why All Teachers Should Know ThisWhat does it take to acquire another language? In my previous episode, I used a phrase that I have heard many times, “Oh, but there's another language spoken in the home.” The statement can mean so many things and nothing at all. I want to break down what it takes to acquire another language in today's episode. If we are to embrace the notion that teaching multilingual learners is not just a job and care of the English Language Development (ELD) specialist, but that all of us play a part in the EL students' learning, then I want...
2023-10-2415 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 86 - Here Are Your 3 Essential Truths to Reaching ELs in General Education ClassroomLast week, I was talking to my colleague who was so overwhelmed by all the questions and comments coming from the regular education teachers and frankly, the unwillingness of some to pause and take the situation in for what it was. We chatted a bit and calmed down, but a part of me was still dissatisfied. Sometimes, EL teachers are spread so thin or work in isolation that all of our knowledge is impossible to share in an effective way with those who could really benefit from it. So I wanted to record a short episode that addresses the...
2023-10-1712 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 85 - EL Class Structure and Vocabulary Instruction: A Peek Into My ClassroomA while back, I recorded an episode about how I structured my middle school class, and since I work at 2 schools, middle and high school, I wanted to offer you a little glimpse into how I structure my high school classes. I have more students at the high school this year and more classes, so there's plenty of room for creativity. Lesson planning and vocabulary instruction is something that is always on top of every EL teacher's mind, and my goal for this episode is to share with you my teaching setup and how I work with s...
2023-10-1016 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 84 - Every Teacher is a Language Teacher. Here is Why!Teaching multilingual learners requires great knowledge of language acquisition theory, teaching strategies, and methodologies. At the same time, it requires empathy, cultural awareness and openness. And that said, multilingual learners are not only students of EL teachers. They are all of our students. Every teacher is a language teacher. Sometimes when we talk to our colleagues, we might hear a phrase, but I'm not a language teacher. I teach math, science, social studies, you name it, not English. Well, this episode is for all of you who have ever heard this phrase and all of you who h...
2023-10-0313 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 83 - 5 Ways AI Can Help Save Teachers Time and Help Multilingual LearnersArtificial intelligence, or AI as we call it, has taken over so many areas of our life, and teaching is no exception. I have been waiting to share my insights into what using artificial intelligence might mean for all teachers and especially those of us who work with multilingual learners, but now I think it is time. In this episode, I will share 5 specific and effective ways you can leverage the power of AI in your teaching. Some tips will be more geared towards EL teachers and others are super handy for classroom teachers who want to h...
2023-09-2616 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 82 - How to Master Small Group Scheduling and Instruction with guest Kristen VibasMany teachers work with small groups of students and especially if you're in an elementary setting, making a schedule for those small groups can be one of the most challenging tasks of your entire school year. For today's episode, I have invited back my dear friend, Kristen Vibas, to chat about just that, the peculiarities of scheduling and grouping English learner students in elementary grades. Kristen Vibas is a K-6 elementary ESOL teacher living in Northern Virginia. She's been teaching multilingual learners since 2005 in one of the country's largest school districts.What you...
2023-09-1925 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 81 - Unlocking ESL Success: The Top 5 Questions Every General Ed Teacher AsksI frequently receive questions from my content area teachers about how to help English learners in the classroom. And those questions frankly are the same every year from how to help a newcomer to more specific activity and engagement ideas. And I was wondering if there are any different questions that EL teachers get asked. So I posted this on Instagram and inside my Facebook group, and it appears that general education teachers ask the same questions across the board. What can we do, they ask? How can we help our EL students? So today, I...
2023-09-1225 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 80 - Empowering English Learners: An Asset-Based ApproachThe start of the new school year is typically extremely busy. There are new families registering students, students coming to their new schools, meeting their teachers and classmates. There's lots of screening, placement, scheduling, action, action, action. Multilingual learners join our communities all the time. But somehow, the deficit mindset, which assumes they don't understand anything and therefore are capable of only doing very little, is still very pervasive. That's why in today's episode, I wanted to address this topic. We'll uncover the essence of the asset-based approach and discuss practical tips for embracing this mi...
2023-09-0515 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 79 - The Power of Affirmations for English Learners and All StudentsThe new school year is here. And as I'm looking ahead, I reflect about what worked and hasn't worked before and how I can encourage and empower my students even more this year. I work with teenagers, and there are a lot of nuances in their English learning, including one very important aspect: negative self-talk. It is sad to hear when a bright student says they're not good enough or that their English is bad and they won't participate in a conversation. I recorded this episode around this time last year, but it is just as...
2023-08-2912 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 78 - Starting Strong: Easy and Fun Icebreaker Activities for all EL LevelsMany teachers either are starting their school year soon, or have already been at it for a couple of weeks. And this time of year, when everything is full of fresh new energy, is a good time to go back to icebreakers. Whether you have new students joining you or want to reconnect and have fun with the ones you already know, icebreaker activities will always make your classroom come alive. Today's episode was recorded a while ago, but I know it is going to be very useful to you. I wanted to share it wi...
2023-08-2211 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 77 - How to Build EL Literacy From the Ground Up with Kyle LarsonHow do you build students' literacy and confidence from the ground up? My guest, Kyle Larson, and I talk about just that on this episode.How to help EL students with literacy, especially as they enter the US educational system in upper elementary grades or later, is an eternal question for all of us. There are so many nuances in this. I am excited to share our conversation with you, and I know it will be super valuable. And if you'd like to see us, you can watch the recording of this interview on my Y...
2023-08-0824 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 76 - Three Major Components of Effective Professional Development for EL (and all) TeachersPart of an EL teacher's job is to advocate for their students and educate and support their peers in language acquisition theories, teaching strategies and content delivery. This is where professional development comes into play. Frequently it is up to us to plan and deliver it in such a manner that it touches the most important aspects in a short amount of time. We've all sat in workshops that are irrelevant, or too long, or too complicated at one point or another in our teaching careers. In today's episode, I wanted to share with you wh...
2023-08-0110 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 75 - How to Navigate Grade Transition and Collaboration with ColleaguesNavigating to a new grade level and collaborating with new colleagues can be quite a challenge when it comes to being an ESL teacher. In today's episode, I chat with Sarah, who is a member of the ESL Teaching Roadmap membership.It's been a while since I talked about ESL teacher coaching, and with summertime in full swing, I know a lot of teachers have more headspace and creative flow as they are preparing for the upcoming school year, regardless of whether it starts tomorrow or in a month. For you inside my membership, the E...
2023-07-2549 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 74 - Why Teachers Should Embrace Meditation As Part of Their Daily RoutineFor some time now, I have been wanting to share a tool with you that has helped me navigate to the difficult times as an educator as well as to be even more empathetic in situations that seemed like they had no solution. I am talking about meditation. If you haven't tried it, I know there are a lot of assumptions about what meditation is and why it may not be for you. I also have learned that the benefits of sustained focus, inner calm, and sharper ability to problem solve are not just empty promises. ...
2023-07-1112 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 73 - The 3 ESSENTIAL Components of the Long Summer Break for TeachersAs I was planning my summer episodes for The ESL Teaching Podcast, I hit a wall. In the spring I was on a roll…sharing tips and resources for EL and regular education teachers. In June you heard episodes all about lesson planning.But then I thought to myself…I am on summer break and I would love to chat about other things that are a huge part of the teacher’s life. And that is the long and glorious summer break.It can be so open-ended that it can be dizzying, but there are some t...
2023-07-0412 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 72 - 4 Easy Ways to Differentiate the Same LessonIn this episode, I will be sharing all about differentiating for varied proficiency levels in your classroom. You will hear about the four ways you can differentiate, as well as concrete examples of how it might look for you and your students. This episode is part of this month’s series where we are talking about lesson planning as part of our short and actionable summer professional development podcast episodes. In episode 70, I shared three mistakes many teachers make when it comes to lesson planning. In last week's episode, episode 71, I walked you through how to write con...
2023-06-2715 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 71 - How to Write Content and Language Objectives for EL LessonsWhy is it important to have an objective in the lesson? Well, number one, it helps the students and you, the teacher, focus attention on what's most important in the lesson.In this week’s episode, I talk all about content and language objectives for your EL students.Last week, we kicked off our short and actionable summer professional development podcast episodes with an overview of mistakes many teachers make when it comes to lesson planning. We talked about time management or rather mismanagement. We talked about the fact that we don't need to know it...
2023-06-2011 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 70 - 3 Lesson Planning Mistakes That Can Keep You in the RutThere are two types of teachers. Those who close their computer for the summer and only open it to begin checking their work email a week or so before school starts. And there are teachers who combine their fun activities and relaxation with learning and catching up on professional development during the summer. If you are in the second category, this episode is for you.I know how important it is to take some time to disconnect and I sincerely hope you do that. I also know how fantastic your brain activity becomes after you’ve h...
2023-06-1312 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 69 - How to Engage English Learners with TPR with guest Meeghan CarterLet's talk about movement and engaging your whole body in language learning using TPR, or Total Physical Response. Meeghan Carter is an ESL teacher in Delaware and brings a vast experience from being a classroom teacher to even owning her own business. She has worked with students primarily in grades pre-K to 8th. Meeghan and I talk about topics that are so relevant to so many ESL teachers. What you will hear about in this episode:Planning lessons for multiple age groups and grade levelsCreating lessons that work every timeWhat is...
2023-06-0628 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 68 - 5 Things to Do BEFORE Leaving for Summer BreakAs the summer is nearing, I want to talk about planning and time management. Not for the students, but about what we, as teachers, should do before we leave on summer break. You may be tired, and the desire to put things off until next year might be very strong. But over my years of teaching, I have learned that there are some small, but very important things that are so much better completed before you leave for the summer. The school year is such a whirlwind that we don’t have time to do what...
2023-05-3016 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 67 - 3 Ways to Finish the School Year MeaningfullyMay is one of those months that is long and fast at the same time. Somehow everything falls into this month as a teacher and in our personal life.As the school year is nearing its end, there are a lot of moving parts for us teachers to consider. From grading, to paperwork, to somehow engaging the students who are seeming to get a bit antsy.It is easy to get lost in all of it, so in this episode I want to share a few ways that can make those...
2023-05-2313 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 66 - 3 Activities For a Mixed-Proficiency EL Class (re-air)A lot of teachers work with mixed-proficiency classes where they have newcomers and higher level students all at the same time. This makes for challenging planning, classroom management, and everything in between. With the school year winding down, it gets even trickier.In today’s episode, I wanted to revisit an episode I shared quite a while ago where I talk about three types of activities that work really well in a mixed-proficiency classroom. I will also share how to implement these activities to save yourself time and finish the year strong. What you wi...
2023-05-1623 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 65 - 3 Tech Tools that Work Wonderfully in the EL ClassroomThis episode is for you to learn, find out, and get excited about the possibilities of technology in your classroom. I will not be talking about ChatGPT or AI tools, simply because I am still exploring how they can be used ethically by both teachers and students in the classroom. However, I will be giving you tips and tricks on how to use my top three technology tools.What you will hear about in this episode:Website and platforms that I use frequently and used to teach all language domains to English learnersHow to...
2023-05-0918 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 60 - How To Love Teaching Again With Jamie SearsThis month we have been talking about how Spring can be a difficult season for teachers energy wise, and changes that teachers either need or want to implement. Today’s guest, Jamie Sears, will help inspire and reinvigorate your love for teaching.Jamie and I have a heart-to-heart conversation about building relationships, having fun, setting boundaries, lesson planning and really simple, practical and actionable tips of how to work less, be happier, and make an impact you were born to make. What you will hear about in this episode:How Not So Wim...
2023-03-2828 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 59 - How Tutoring Can Be the Secret Sauce You Need with Molly WheatleyIn this episode I was able to talk to Molly Wheatly about starting a tutoring business, and how she went from being a teacher to now coaching teachers on how to grow their own tutoring business.Sometimes when we need a drastic change, we can benefit from taking a step back and look at the parts of our current situation that are missing. Just asking ourselves a few questions such as: what we love about our job, what we wish we could change, what would make me feel like I’m making a difference, or even how we...
2023-03-2125 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 58 - 3 Teacher Interview Tips To Help You Get The Job (Part 2)Sometimes we find ourselves desperate for a teacher contract in a new district, but facing unknown territory as an ESL teacher, you must navigate the stressful interview process and bet on yourself to achieve your goal of finding the perfect job.After many attempts at trying to find a new position for myself, years ago, I picked up some tips along the way. I learned about preparing for an ESL teacher interview. This is part two of an interview series. If you missed part one on the resume and cover letter, visit the link for e...
2023-03-1413 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 56: Inclusion and Advocacy for ELs and Teachers with Valentina GonzalezValentina Gonzalez is a former teacher who has served 20 plus years in her own classroom, a district facilitator for English Learners, a professional development leader, and an educational consultant. Her work has been focused on literacy, culture, and language. She still delivers professional development for EL education and is an accomplished author.She explains how many schools send the wrong message to EL students when they put their classrooms in outdoor portables, storage closets, and other less than desirable spaces. Students feel when they are consistently getting the short end of the stick. It i...
2023-02-2857 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 55 - How To Get Back On Track After Testing? Here Are 4 IdeasWe spend so long preparing for testing and getting testing completed, but what do we do once the testing season is over? Getting back into the swing of things after weeks and weeks of testing can be really tough. In today’s episode, I share some tips with you for how to get back on track after ACCESS testing. Do a classroom reset. You can do a classroom reset anytime, not just at the beginning of the new year or after testing. Try class routine rehearsals, classroom expectations Kahoot, or goal setting for the rest of...
2023-02-2115 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 54: Coaching Session Part 2 - How to Teach Reading, Writing, and Phonics to Older EL StudentsIn today’s episode, we continue our coaching session from last week and discuss reading, writing, and phonics with ELs. For teaching literature, like Romeo and Juliet, it can be helpful to let students read in their native language first to let them access the content. You can also pre-teach vocabulary, or summarize chunks of the story and focus on key parts of the story, the balcony scene in Romeo and Juliet, for example.We also discuss using novel studies to keep kids interested and engaged. I share a few of my favorite novels to teach this wa...
2023-02-1432 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 53: Coaching Session Part 1- How to Teach Research to ELsIn today’s episode, I share a coaching session I had with a ESL Teaching Roadmap member. She teaches 9th grade ELA and ELD in a district that is just getting their ESL program off the ground. She explains that there is no curriculum for her to work from, so she feels like she is making everything up as she goes. We begin by discussing one student, in particular, who is a newcomer in one of her mixed proficiency support classes. She also asks how to assess this new student to see what he is actually capable of...
2023-02-0748 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 52 - How to Use Your Teacher Burnout As An Opportunity for Growth with Amber HarperIn today’s episode, I speak with my friend, Amber Harper about teacher burnout. Amber is a full time kindergarten teacher and teacher burnout coach. After struggling with burnout for most of her teaching career, in 2016 she created Burned In Teacher. Now she uses her podcast, book, and online course and community to coach teachers through her 8 step burned in process to help them use burnout for an opportunity for growth so they can live a more fulfilled career and life.She shares about her own journey in education and burnout and that of pe...
2023-01-3157 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 51 - Teaching English Content - Here are 3 Ideas How To Make it Accessible to ELsIn today’s episode, I discuss academic connections in response to a question from one of my listeners about teaching English Content.Why is traditional English Language Arts content inferencing, finding metaphors and similes, and identifying literary elements, so difficult for English Learners? It is a higher order thinking skill that requires a deep understanding of the language and having background in it. The first thing to consider is that English Learners need to understand. In order to do any of the higher order thinking activities in ELA class, they must...
2023-01-2522 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 50 - Fun and Effective Test Prep Strategies with Laura KebartIn today’s episode, I discuss test prep with a dear friend and business bestie of mine, Laura Kebart. Laura serves busy middle school English Language Arts teachers who actively choose family time over prepping for class. Through her website, lesson plan resources, and annual virtual conferences, she helps teachers go home earlier each day so they can teach with confidence and enjoy life outside the classroom. She wanted to be a teacher since she was a second grader and spent 17 years in the classroom. English Language Learners have always been a part of her classes at various gr...
2023-01-1742 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 49: 5 Ways to Build Background Knowledge for your ESL StudentsIn order for students to reach an optimal level of learning, they need to know what we’re talking about and that involves not only language, but background knowledge of the subject area concepts. In today’s episode, I will share 5 ways to build background knowledge for your ESL students.Being immersed in the language is so important, but this can’t be completely effective without background knowledge. A warm up or background building activity is pretty standard in most lessons, but are essential for our English Language Learners. Because they are from all different cultures, they are no...
2023-01-1021 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 48 - 8 reasons why ESL instructional coaching is an integral part in teacher successHappy New Year, 2023! I quite enjoy having a routine but I am also a huge fan of the energy of new beginnings.And speaking about new beginnings and embracing what works, in today’s episode, I want to share with you something that I have not talked about yet! And that is ESL instructional coaching, educational coaching especially for teachers who work with English learners. I have come to realize that frequently as teachers we need someone to talk to, someone to bounce ideas off and realize that we, in fact, are doing great - but that requires an...
2023-01-0316 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 47 - 5 Ways to Reset Your ESL Classroom Management In today’s episode, I will share with you 5 ways you can reset your classroom anytime of year.The first one is to revisit classroom expectations. It is okay, when the classroom starts to feel out of control, you can stop and ask yourself and your students questions like these to make sure expectations are present and clear.How do we begin a class. Show me what the students do and what the teacher does.When do we talk in class?When do we go to the bat...
2022-12-2719 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 46 - How to Set Intentional Goals with your EL StudentsWith the new year right around the corner, we tend to reflect on the things we accomplished and what we can do to improve on the quality of our lives, both personally and professionally in the next year. So setting goals is especially popular this time of year, and often, as life keeps going, those goals fall by the wayside. It has been proven that the small, consistent habits are what will actually make the biggest difference in your life. So in this episode I wanted to share my thoughts on goal setting with our EL students and...
2022-12-2021 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 45 - You asked - We answer! December 2022 Q and AIn this episode, I do another ESL question and answer session with my dear friend Susan Patterson, aka My MLL Mentor.Our first ESL question was from a teacher who was advised to work with elementary students more than older students in middle and high school. She doesn't feel right about this recommendation and asked us to weigh in. ESL Question 2 was, “How do you create an inclusive holiday environment for your students?”The choices seem to be to not celebrate any holidays or to celebrate all o...
2022-12-1341 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 44 - How to Teach Your Students (and Colleagues) about December Holidays Around the WorldIn this episode, I discuss different December holidays that are celebrated around the world and by many English Learners. Last year I started sharing cultural tidbits with my colleagues about different holidays our students celebrate and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive. All of this started with a staff email about how to know what foods are kosher and Halal approved. This came up originally because we had a considerable population of Muslim students and my school who were going to have issues with certain foods that might be shared. Since no...
2022-12-0615 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 43 - Three Books for Perspective Shift and Aha MomentsIn this episode, I attempt to explain my perspective on the immigrant experience. I have struggled with how to explain this all my life. I share the complex feelings that come up when I visit my home in Lithuania. It feels impossible to explain my life as an immigrant in the United States to people in Lithuania and it feels impossible to explain life in Lithuania to people in the US. There are so many cultural differences that it is difficult for people to understand.My experience helps me understand my students’ immigrant perspective to an extent, but...
2022-11-3015 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 42: Q&A with Ieva and Susan PattersonIn this episode, I talk with Susan Patterson to answer five of the most popular questions I get from my awesome community about multilingual learners. Susan is a district multilingual ELD teacher on special assignment. She develops professional learning for best practices in multilingual classrooms and supports ELD coaches. She also has her own blog and creates materials for High School Multilingual teachers.We start by discussing a question about learning materials for multilingual learners that focus on the language domain of listening. Then, we share some of our favorite ELL books and websites for levels 1, 2, and 3 w...
2022-11-0146 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 41 - Language, Inclusion, and Moving Beyond for Multilingual LearnersIn this episode, I talk with Carly Spina about her experience as a teacher and her book Moving Beyond for Multilingual Learners. I have followed Carly for years and have used her resources in my classes, so I know you’ll love them too.Carly shares about her experiences growing up in a linguistically diverse neighborhood in Chicago. She went on to learn Spanish, but is quick to acknowledge that she learned a new language out of privilege, not out of necessity to learn. While she has a passion for working with elementary school students, she now wo...
2022-10-2544 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastEpisode 35 - What ILPs Are And What To Include In ThemWhat are ILPs? The letters ILP stand for Individualized Learner Plan, I like to think of them as Personalized Learner Profiles and in today’s episode I share what I include in ILPs for my English Learners and how I have adapted them to fit the needs of the teachers and students in my school. The point of these documents is to support communication between a general educator and an ELL specialist and to create a plan that outlines a success path for our English LearnersIn special education, IEPs or Individualized Education Programs are lengthy documents that...
2022-09-0619 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast34.Why we should use affirmations with our English learnersAffirmations are a great way for anyone to combat negative self talk and our English learners are no exception. The teenagers I work with often struggle with thoughts that their English is not good enough and are hesitant to participate in conversations because of their low confidence. This is why the topic of today’s episode is affirmations to use with our English learners. Young people feel pressure to do well in school and fall into the trap of comparing themselves to others. I like to remind my students that it takes time to learn a language and...
2022-08-2312 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast33. 4 icebreaker activities for a great start of the school yearIcebreaker activities can help you build rapport and a sense of community in your classroom. However, it is important to know that not all ice breakers are suitable for English Learners. In this episode, I share a few of my tried and true ice breaker activities and things you want to keep in mind before planning your own icebreaker activities. When planning icebreaker activities for English Learners, you want to make sure the activity does not require too much personal information that students may not be ready to share for personal or cultural reasons.The activity must a...
2022-08-1611 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast32. From new student to future doctor - an English learner's perspective with Maja PastuszkaAs summer comes to an end, I thought it would be nice to hear an English learners' perspective on what it is like to be a new student in high school. In today's episode, I interview a former student of mine, Maja Pastuszka, about her experience coming to the United States from Poland and what it was like for her to be a new student and English learner simultaneously.She explains some of the challenges she had to overcome while learning English, the things her teachers did to support her, and some things teachers did that were...
2022-08-0941 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast31. 3 mistakes I made when I was a newer EL teacherIn today’s episode, I share some of the mistakes I made when I was a newer EL teacher. We all make mistakes when we are first starting out, and honestly, I don’t think that is a bad thing. After all, every mistake is an opportunity for growth. Even now, I regularly reflect on how my lesson or unit went and make plans to do it better next time. This is one of my favorite parts of teaching, the fact that we are always learning and growing as educators.I want to share a few of the...
2022-08-0214 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast30. The First and Most Important Step in Teaching English LearnersWhen you are teaching English Learners, making connections with students and families is one of the most important things you can do. When you are teaching English Learners, they need to know that they are seen and valued, that they are in the right place, and that there are people they can trust. In this episode, I share activities I use at the beginning and throughout the year to make sure my students know these things. I share beginning of the year activities I use to get to know students and let them get to know me and each...
2022-07-2612 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast29. How can having a newcomer curriculum guide save you timeI have gotten so many questions about curriculum guides and the resources included in them and I have decided to address those issues in this episode. The resources I found online when I searched for ESL Curriculum Guides lacked the specificity that I wanted. So, I created a newcomer curriculum guide myself. This is a done-for-you newcomer curriculum guide that you can purchase and download with the click of a button below. I also share the process I took to create it in case you would like to create a newcomer curriculum guide yourself. I know some teachers like...
2022-07-1219 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast28. What to include in a scope and sequence for newcomersIn this episode we discuss the importance of creating a scope and sequence for your EL students and how to get it done over the summer. I have a ton of flexibility in being an ESL teacher. This is great, but it can also be difficult to know that you are on track throughout the year. I have found that a scope and sequence can really help in making sure you have a plan to anchor your instruction and scaffold your teaching toward your goals. It can be as general or specific as you would like. It is a...
2022-07-0612 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast27. 5 things every EL teacher needs to prepare for a successful school yearIn this episode I share 5 things you need to do to get ready for a successful school year. Summer is a time to rest and not think about anything school related. In fact, one of today’s tips is all about rest and relaxation. It is important for a number of reasons! But, there are a few things EL teachers can do over the summer that will make their lives so much easier come fall. Listen to today’s episode to hear my tips for preparing yourself for the school year during the summer months, without sacrificing too much brea...
2022-06-2812 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast26. 5 professional development books for EL teachersI love books, especially historical fiction, but in this episode I focus on a different type of book, professional development books for EL teachers. There are plenty of great books out there for EL teachers. I have read many of them and have several more on my list to read next. I am excited to share some of them with you in this episode. During the school year, it can be hard to find the time or headspace to read a good professional development book, which is why summer break is a great time to read a book or...
2022-06-2112 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast25. 5 fantastic virtual events for EL teachersI enjoy taking a break and recharging my batteries over the summer, but I also love to take some time to work on lesson ideas that I don’t have as much time to think about during the school year and take advantage of some professional development. In this episode, I share my suggestions for quality virtual professional development opportunities that you can participate in this summer. If you are anything like me, I know they will inspire you, boost your confidence, and help you get ready for the upcoming school year. Whether you are looking to plan out...
2022-06-1410 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast24. 6 Elements of an Effective EL Lesson PlanIn this episode, I share 6 elements of an effective EL lesson plan that I have learned in my years as a teacher. Planning for English Learners is not the same as planning for other contents because many EL teachers do not have a set curriculum and will need to plan for different proficiency levels and different sized groups of students. I go into the essential components of an EL lesson plans - an objective, background building, presentation, practice, assessment, and extension. I discuss the preparation to do ahead of tim, how to choose strategies t...
2022-06-0719 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast23. Lesson planning for ELs with Molly BadrawyIn today’s episode, I am chatting with Molly Badrawy all about lesson planning for ELs and the realities of working in a low incidence district. Molly Badrawy is a full-time ESOL teacher in New Hampshire, and a freelance consultant at FaCES, Fair Culture and English Services, providing customized cultural guidance and language instruction for and individual adult language learners and organizations, alike. A national and international career that spans public, private, higher education as well as the business sector, Molly has presented her work at many conferences, serves on the NH English Language Advisory Committee, and facilitates the NH L...
2022-05-3142 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast22. How to teach reading to ELLs with Kristen VibasIn today’s episode, I speak with Kristen Vibas, an ELL teacher from Virginia who I met on Instagram. Kristen has been teaching since 2005.She shares how she went from aspiring actress to ELL teacher, and shares peeks into her classroom. You will love the tips and strategies she has developed on how to support multilingual students and how to teach reading to ELLs as much as I did.Both content teachers and ELL teachers will find this episode valuable as reading is such a critical part of learning in all subjects.What you wi...
2022-05-2433 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast21.How to pre-teach vocabulary in the mainstream classroomTo us EL teachers, vocabulary pre-teaching is our daily bread, but I received a question from one of the content area teachers that made me think…what comes naturally to us, does not necessarily make immediate sense to our colleagues.I recently saw a post from a science teacher tasked with teaching English Newcomers and suggested a list of ideas, one being pre-teaching vocabulary. But, how do you pre-teach vocabulary in a mainstream classroom? Today’s episode addresses this question and more.Why is pre-teaching vocabulary good for all learners?There are 3 tiers of w...
2022-05-1719 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast20. 5 end of the year activities for your EL studentsToday’s episode is the answer to the question from one of my readers/listeners. What do I do with my newcomers the last three weeks of school? They are so frustrated and will speak no English this summer. How can I help them without frustration? I wanted to share some activities that will take the frustration away because they all involve creativity, flow and connection. The rules for the end of the year are really no different than those for the beginning of the year - there just might be less motivation and more exhaustion on both the...
2022-05-1020 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast19. 5 self-management techniques for the EL classroomI have been a big believer in the importance of social emotional learning for a long time. But, teaching amidst the pandemic for the last few years has really emphasized how vital it is for all students, particularly for English learners. There are five competencies to social emotional learning - self awareness, self management, social awareness, relationship skills, decision making skills. Each of these is worthy of a dedicated episode. So, in today’s episode, I focus specifically on self management. I will share the challenges I see my middle and high school students face with regards to sel...
2022-05-0319 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast18. Collaboration with teachers, families and students - Beth Mailley’s insightIn this episode, I am chatting with Beth Mailley. Beth is an ESL teacher in the Washington, DC area. She has been teaching for 23 years with 11 years as a classroom teacher before becoming an ESL teacher. She has been in that role for the past 12 years and loves it. When she is not teaching, she is most likely reading, hanging out with family, or trying to convince herself to exercise. It was such a pleasure to speak with Beth. She shares how she ended up in the ELL field after being a language learner herself during a se...
2022-04-2641 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast17. A Peek into My Middle School ELL classroomPlanning for middle school EL students is different from planning for just about any other class. You may have 20 students or just a few, and you will likely have a wide variety of different proficiency levels and students all at the same time. In my situation this school year, at least in middle school, I am teaching seventh and eighth grade students who span levels 1 through 4 on the WIDA language proficiency assessment. In this episode I will be sharing with you how I account for all of their unique needs and what my setup and planning looks like on a...
2022-04-1916 minThe ESL Teaching Podcast15. How to Teach Grammar to English LearnersTeachers are often puzzled when they approach teaching grammar for a couple of reasons. Particularly if they are native english speakers, they often don’t feel like they know formal grammar rules very well. They just know when a phrase or sentence “sounds right.”The other big struggle for teachers is not knowing what order makes sense to teach grammar rules to their students. But the bottom line is ESL students do need to learn grammar so that they have a framework, a safety net, to rely on as they learn and practice the language. In fact...
2022-04-0513 minThe ESL Teaching PodcastMeet your host!Welcome to episode 1 of The ESL Teaching Podcast!In this episode, I am sharing a little bit about myself - who I am, where I am coming from and why I decided to create Simply Ieva, a place where ESL teachers can find resources and support. You'll hear:My linguistic background and educationtwo huge events that brought me to where I'm nowwhy I started Simply Ievawho I am serving what to expect on the podcasttwo action steps!Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you can find it easily and be...
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Sequel RightsEp 93 - Cult of Chucky (GUEST: Ieva Berberian)The classic Brad Dourif voiced Chucky is back to terrorize Nica one last time this week in Cult of Chucky. Ieva Berberian joins us on our final stop before the brand new reboot.
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