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We all want to spend less time preparing our lessons but we want to maintain the quality.
Easier said than done. You don't need gimmicks or tons of games: you just need a few tips and tricks to exploit what you're already working with.
We also need to exploit our students more. That isn't as sinister as it sounds....
Join me this week as I give you some simple things to do that will put no further strain on your prep time. In fact, these easy-to-implement tasks may well reduce it!
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Well, that's where this episode starts off, anyway.
This week my guest is the wonderful Kate Clifton, from the Kate Languages podcast.
We talk about how to manage expectations from upcoming exam pressures, digress into what to teach that isn't necessarily on the syllabus.
We also take a dive into switching it up in class to keep your learners on their toes and we ping pong a few practical activities and tasks for you to try out in class.
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Kate Clifton, also known as Kate Languages, writes French, German and Spanish teaching resources, teaches languages to languages teachers and delivers training on a range of topics such as phonics, stretch and challenge, and how to exploit one text in a number of different ways. She has created a large number of teaching resources, she’s been commissioned by BBC Bitesize to write content for the GCSE and Key Stage 3 French Bitesize pages, she has created primary French and Spanish lessons for EuHu (pronounced yoohoo) and she also has her own podcast, The Kate Languages Podcast, where she discusses all things language teaching and teacher wellbeing. She is also mum to a 4-year-old boy and loves spending time outside with her family, cooking and reading!
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Working memory. What is it? Why do we need to know about it?
The absolutely lovely Veronika Rogochaia guides us through the basics. She talks about why this is important and how we can free up space in our learners' working memory.
This is especially useful if you have low-level learners.
Enjoy.
Veronika is an ESL teacher with 12 years of experience. She's a certified SNA with hands-on experience of working with students with intellectual disabilities. Veronika worked as a module instructor at Trinity College Dublin, giving tutorials on Universal Design for Learning for undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Her current interests lie in the field of psychology of education and educating students with literacy difficulties.
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Getting students to speak can build confidence but is it the only way for them to learn the language?
Our sweet beginners need input. Lots of it.
There are a million things you can do but in this juicy episode, I talk about 3 ways you can introduce input that are engaging, simple to tailor to your class and low-to-no prep.
And if you make it to the end of the episode, there's a little bonus for you too.
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Joining me this week is the ever-so-nice Dylan Gates. He explains what Dogme, or the easier-to-pronounce Teaching Unplugged, is.
We talk about the advantages, nay, joys of emergent language and how it can help your students to speak more naturally. Also, Dylan talks about mini-tasks. Pure Gold.
We also talk about PPP and its limitations and some really practical examples and tips on how to implement a more unplugged methodology into your class, even if in just a small way.
And how do you feel about NOT achieving your aims and outcomes at by the end of your lesson? We talk about that too.
Only have a very limited time with your students? There's something for you too.
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In this episode, we delve into the power of stepping outside your comfort zone.
Explore the reasons and discover the benefits of resisting change, moving past the fear and overwhelm, and learn to navigate these toxic feelings.
It's all a learning experience, never as bad as you think, and essential for growth.
Plus, the weekly challenge: start with small changes, small steps, and small wins.
Remember, what have you got to lose?
References:
https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/comfort-zones/
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Does the mere mention of AI strike fear into your heart?
Totally understandable - it's all so overwhelming but don't worry, Teacher: I got you.
For this week's episode, I enlisted the expertise of Legend-in-the-Modern-Foreign Languages-World Joe Dale to give you a starting point.
We also briefly talk about the pitfalls and things you need to consider, especially if teaching younger learners.
If you are still a little trepidatious about using AI to aid your teaching, this episode is for you.
Joe Dale is an independent languages consultant from the UK who works with a range of organisations such as Network for Languages, ALL, The British Council, the BBC, Skype, Microsoft and The Guardian. He was recently described in a Guardian article as an 'MFL guru' and 'the man behind the #mfltwitterati.'.
Connect with Joe in his new Facebook group ‘Language Teaching with AI: https://www.facebook.com/groups/languageteachingwithaiLinks mentioned:Generating quizzes and questions from videos and texts:
www.twee.com
www.flippity.net
www.quizlet.com
www.quizziz.com
www.quizalize.com
www.questionwell.org/
www.blooket.com/Chrome extension: quizzes AI
https://beta.diffit.me/
Using voicenotes to generate texts/summaries: AudiopenAI
General AI tool:
Chat GPT
Bard AI
Claude AI
Image generator: Padlet - I can't draw function
Have conversations in another language: Voice control for Chat GPT
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Dive into the new year with a little humour and a lot of empathy as I reflect on the chaos of teaching.
I talk about the importance of mindset, tackling common teacher stressors, and the revelation that you won't reach every student immediately.
But of course I'll give you a few practical strategies so that we can try our damndest!!
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The end of Cornerstones of Learning is upon us. Let's go out with a bang. Or maybe just a slow, deep breath out....Mindfulness is becoming a bit of a buzz word, but for good reason.In this episode, I give you a few mindful activities you can try out in class and also I'll give you 3 mediation techniques you can do yourself to combat the stress and overwhelm of the job.And if it all sounds a bit 'woo woo', it isn't, I promise you. These little things can help you and your students enormously.
Youtube video Bite-Sized Mindfulness: An Easy Way for Kids to be Happy and Healthy | KIRA WILLEY | TEDxLehighRiverhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOlIdmMK_zM
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Do you leave a little time and space for your students reflectHow about you? Do you reflect on your teaching practice?Why is is so important and how can you implement it into your classroom practice?Fear not - I have a few ideas - no prep, not fuss and totally doable.References
https://www.edmentuminternational.com/blog/the-importance-of-self-reflection-inlearning/#:~:text=This%20helps%20students%20to%20track,to%20analyze%20their%20own%20learning.
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Student autonomy is ESSENTIAL.You can't be there for the other 23 hours of the day.How can we teach or encourage our students to be autonomous, especially if they're not that motivated.
Some of your students may work or have families. What then?In this installment of my Cornerstones of Learning series, I talk about why student autonomy is so important, and of course, give your some ideas. The rest is up to you and your students.
Referenceshttps://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/classroom-management/student_autonomy.htm#:~:text=Example%20Strategies%3A,-Ask%20students%20for&text=Make%20changes%20or%20adaptations%20to,students%20have%20indicated%20interests%20them.&text=For%20example%2C%20provide%20supplemental%20readings,students%20are%20most%20interested%20in.
https://www.cambridge.org/elt/blog/2020/10/22/promoting-learner-autonomy-choice-voice/
https://www.learnupon.com/blog/learner-autonomy/
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Why reuse your materials?
Why on earth wouldn't you?
- you can cut down your prep time
- you will be less overwhelmed
Need more reasons? Need some ideas on how to do this? I got you.
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The Lexical Approach can transform your teaching.
And the good thing is, it's more of a shift of mindset than extra preparation time.
All you have to do is take a little time to do some homework.
Start here.
In this week's installment of my Cornerstones of Learning series of Everything EFL Podcast, I will introduce you to the Lexical Approach, why it's a good idea and how you can start implementing it into your lessons.
It's a game changer, folks. Dive in.
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Where do we even start?
With your students, that's where?
How can we encourage a little more natural, meaningful communication between them?
How can we get past 'can I borrow your eraser?,
Listen and find out!
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Did you ever wonder why you were learning a certain language point in school? How is this going to help me?
Exactly.
Making your students see the connection between the language you teach and their immediate lives and environment is a game-changer. And it might not be as difficult as you think.
In this episode, inspired by James Seymour's fabulous presentation at TESOL Spain 2023, I explain some simple but powerful ways to get your students' attention by using their lives and environment to teach them.
How well do you know your students? Stay tuned til the end of this episode so you can ask yourself the questions to find this out.
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Confidence is one of the keys to successful learning. It's all about that 'can do' attitude.
That goes for you too, teacher!
In this episode, here are a few of my favourite ways to build your students' confidence, creating a happier, more positive learning environment.
Trust the process.
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What makes a good leader?
Do you give students leadership roles and tasks?
Why on earth not?
In the fifth installment of my Cornerstones of Learning series, I challenge you to make leaders of (some) of your students.
Why?
Because why should you have to do everything?
There are also a huge amount of benefits for your students too, leaders or not.
Listen and find out.
Don't forget to take the challenge at the end and let me know how it goes.
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But I’M the teacher! I choose what to do in class! The curriculum leaves no room for choice!
Okay, but there are small ways you can give your students choice, which can be incredibly empowering.
Learn how you can give your students choice and why it’s so important in the fourth installment of my Cornerstones of Learning series.
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What is this buzzword ‘community?’. Why is it so important for students to have a space to share stuff, have their opinions heard, feel valued, feel slsafe enough to give you feedback (oh yes, that’s part of it!)?
In the third installment of Cornerstones of Learning, I share the benefits of building a community in your classes and I share a bonus activity to get the ball rolling. Remember, it’s a process and needs to be worked on constantly. Ice breakers at the start of term isn’t enough!
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How important are trust and vulnerability?
How important are trust and vulnerability and sharing in class?
How vulnerable are you willing to be with your students?
How does this help the learning process?
In this second installment of my Cornerstones of Learning series, I explore the reasons why we should all be thinking about these concepts before we even THINK about teaching our students anything.
Trust makes learning happen!
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