Episode 37: 3 Activities That Work Fantastically Well In A Mixed Proficiency Class
In episode 37, we continue with the topic of mixed proficiency classrooms. Last week I talked about setting up your mixed proficiency class for success. Today i will discuss some of the activities tha...
20 Sep 202222min
Episode 36 - How To Set Up Your Mixed Proficiency Class For Success
In this episode, we talk about a very popular topic - setting up a mixed proficiency class. Mixed proficiency or mixed level classes are challenging to take on, so today I will share some of the strat...
13 Sep 202217min
Episode 35 - What ILPs Are And What To Include In Them
What 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 Le...
6 Sep 202219min
34.Why we should use affirmations with our English learners
Affirmations 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 en...
23 Aug 202212min
33. 4 icebreaker activities for a great start of the school year
Icebreaker 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 episo...
16 Aug 202211min
32. From new student to future doctor - an English learner's perspective with Maja Pastuszka
As 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 o...
9 Aug 202241min
31. 3 mistakes I made when I was a newer EL teacher
In 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, ...
2 Aug 202214min
30. The First and Most Important Step in Teaching English Learners
When 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 the...
26 Jul 202212min
