In this episode of ESL Talk, we dive into the mindset and strategies that can power your students’ efforts in preparing for the IELTS exam. We talk about attitudes that will help keep students motivated, give them the focus to tackle challenges while preparing for the test, and manage their anxiety on test day. We’re talking with Cindy Jones, an online English teacher whose IELTS test preparation business is called Prepare for Success. You can join her Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/prepare4successieltsprepHave a listen and get ready to excel in IELTS and beyond!As always be sure to connect with us on Instagram (instagram.com/esltalkpodcast). You can also send your English teaching questions to esltalkpodcast@gmail.com. New Episodes are released each Wednesday. So be sure to join us each week as we continue our English teaching journey!Access over 600+ ESL lessons through our partner esl-curriculum.com/esl-talk/.To apply to be a guest, please visit our website esl-talk.com.Thanks as always for listening and don't forget to subscribe for new episodes each Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our guest Crystal Weber of Crystal Clear ESL is back on the podcast to let you know all about an upcoming summit, created especially for independent online ESL teachers.Level Up Teaching Summit info:We know that online teaching can be a lonely job at times. We know that running your teaching business involves a lot of moving pieces and can feel overwhelming. We know that there is power in community and networking. We have brought industry experts together to share their expertise and help you level up. You will leave this one-day event with renewed clarity, new skills and motivation to end 2023 with a bang! You can register for the FREE Level Up Teaching Summit (November 10-11, 2023) here: https://levelupteachingsummit.com/ As always be sure to connect with us on Instagram (instagram.com/esltalkpodcast). You can also send your English teaching questions to esltalkpodcast@gmail.com. New Episodes are released each Wednesday. So be sure to join us each week as we continue our English teaching journey!Access over 600+ ESL lessons through our partner esl-curriculum.com/esl-talk/.To apply to be a guest, please visit our website esl-talk.com.Thanks as always for listening and don't forget to subscribe for new episodes each Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of ESL Talk, join Sarah Omar as she debunks common myths surrounding IELTS for teachers. Discover how these misconceptions, held by both newcomers and seasoned educators, impact instruction and gain valuable insights into effective IELTS preparation.Sarah is a freelance teacher trainer and educator with over 10 years of experience in the field of teaching ESL/EFL. She worked for the British Council in Cairo for eight years as a Higher Teacher, where she trained and managed teachers. Sarah co-created and produced the IELTS Café Podcast, a series of videos that help learners prepare for the international exam by giving them bite-sized tips. Her areas of interest are teacher well-being, assessment, and materials development.As always be sure to connect with us on Instagram (instagram.com/esltalkpodcast). You can also send your English teaching questions to esltalkpodcast@gmail.com. New Episodes are released each Wednesday. So be sure to join us each week as we continue our English teaching journey!Access over 600+ ESL lessons through our partner esl-curriculum.com/esl-talk/.To apply to be a guest, please visit our website esl-talk.com.Thanks as always for listening and don't forget to subscribe for new episodes each Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of ESL Talk, where Kyrylo shares his valuable language learning and teaching experiences. As a Ukrainian non-native English speaker, he delves into the art of teaching a foreign language and the power of speaking clubs in achieving fluency. Join us for insightful conversations on language, culture, and more.You can follow Kyrylo here:Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jedi__kTurkish teaching blog on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learnwithdizi.uaTurkish teaching blog on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@learnwithdizi.uaAs always be sure to connect with us on Instagram (instagram.com/esltalkpodcast). You can also send your English teaching questions to esltalkpodcast@gmail.com. New Episodes are released each Wednesday. So be sure to join us each week as we continue our English teaching journey!Access over 600+ ESL lessons through our partner esl-curriculum.com/esl-talk/.To apply to be a guest, please visit our website esl-talk.com.Thanks as always for listening and don't forget to subscribe for new episodes each Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for an enlightening discussion on the topic of: "Internationalization at home and in the curriculum" with our guest, Alma, a distinguished university teacher from Mexico. Explore innovative approaches to global education and fostering intercultural competence within the field of academic English. Don't miss this insightful conversation!As always be sure to connect with us on Instagram (instagram.com/esltalkpodcast). You can also send your English teaching questions to esltalkpodcast@gmail.com. New Episodes are released each Wednesday. So be sure to join us each week as we continue our English teaching journey!Access over 600+ ESL lessons through our partner esl-curriculum.com/esl-talk/.To apply to be a guest, please visit our website esl-talk.com.Thanks as always for listening and don't forget to subscribe for new episodes each Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this insightful episode, we meet English educator Saba Mogharebi (saba.mogharebi@smu.ca) to delve into the dynamic concepts of "Connectivism" and "Communities of Practice" and explore their profound impact on the world of teaching and learning. Join us as we uncover how these modern educational paradigms are reshaping the way we connect, collaborate, and cultivate knowledge in the digital age.Resources mentioned:Bates, T. (2019). Teaching in a digital age: guidelines for designing and learning (Second edition.). Tony Bates Associates Ltd. https://pressbooks.bccampus.ca/teachinginadigitalagev2/Wegner, E. (1998). Communities of practice: learning meaning and identity. Cambridge University Press.Wegner, E., McDermott, R. A. (Richard A)., & Snyder, W. (2002). Cultivating communities of practice: a guide to managing knowledge. Harvard Business School Press. As always be sure to connect with us on Instagram (instagram.com/esltalkpodcast). You can also send your English teaching questions to esltalkpodcast@gmail.com. New Episodes are released each Wednesday. So be sure to join us each week as we continue our English teaching journey!Access over 600+ ESL lessons through our partner esl-curriculum.com/esl-talk/.To apply to be a guest, please visit our website esl-talk.com.Thanks as always for listening and don't forget to subscribe for new episodes each Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode proves to teachers that language barriers are no match for genuine connections. Join us as we embark on a delightful journey with Earl (earlgreyinseoul), an English learner hailing from the vibrant city of Seoul, South Korea, who shares with us her journey learning English, and how to stay motivated as a student when learning!As always be sure to connect with us on Instagram (instagram.com/esltalkpodcast). You can also send your English teaching questions to esltalkpodcast@gmail.com. New Episodes are released each Wednesday. So be sure to join us each week as we continue our English teaching journey!Access over 600+ ESL lessons through our partner esl-curriculum.com/esl-talk/.To apply to be a guest, please visit our website esl-talk.com.Thanks as always for listening and don't forget to subscribe for new episodes each Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hanna, a language learner who improved her teaching skills through learning Chinese, shares insights on the benefits of learning Chinese as an ESL teacher. The podcast explores the advantages of learning another language as an English teacher, strategies for improving language skills through flashcards and conversation, overcoming language learning plateaus, and common misconceptions and challenges of learning Chinese.

In this episode, we sit down with Alina from Twee, a social media platform designed with the needs of ESL teachers and learners in mind. We discuss the inspiration behind Twee, the unique features that make it an effective tool for ESL teaching, and how Twee is evolving to meet the changing needs of the education landscape. Our guest also shares her insights on how to best integrate social media tools like Twee into the ESL classroom and her vision for Twee's continued impact on ESL education. As always be sure to connect with us on Instagram (instagram.com/esltalkpodcast). You can also send your English teaching questions to esltalkpodcast@gmail.com. New Episodes are released each Wednesday. So be sure to join us each week as we continue our English teaching journey!Access over 600+ ESL lessons through our partner https://esl-curriculum.com/esl-talk/, to apply to be a guest, please visit our website esl-talk.com.Thanks as always for listening and don't forget to subscribe for new episodes each Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to ESL talk! A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.In this episode, we explore the power of teacher talk as a strategy for improving students' vocabulary, particularly in the context of academic language development. Despite the fact that many students can quickly master social language, research shows that it can take seven years or longer to acquire academic language, which is essential for college and career readiness. Our guest experts share effective strategies for using teacher talk to support academic language development, discuss common challenges and misconceptions, and offer examples of success stories. Whether you're an educator or simply interested in language learning, you won't want to miss this insightful and informative discussion. Be sure to pick up Kristen Haase and Carmen Shahadi Rowe's book on Routledge & CRC Press or Amazon- available in hardcover, paperback, and ebook formats.As always be sure to connect with us on Instagram (instagram.com/esltalkpodcast). You can also send your English teaching questions to esltalkpodcast@gmail.com. New Episodes are released each Wednesday. So be sure to join us each week as we continue our English teaching journey!Access over 600+ ESL lessons through our partner https://esl-curriculum.com/esl-talk/, to apply to be a guest, please visit our website esl-talk.com.Thanks as always for listening and don't forget to subscribe for new episodes each Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.