EP 115 Prep & Plan: Setting High Expectations
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
Release Date: 08/21/2023
Strategies for Teaching Close Reading to Newcomers: A Guide for ESL Educators
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
Welcome to today’s episode, where we’re diving into effective strategies for teaching close reading to ESL newcomers! Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting your journey, these actionable tips will help you empower your language learners and create meaningful learning experiences. Episode Highlights: Building Background Knowledge: Learn why background knowledge is essential for newcomers to access and understand texts. Practical ideas: Think-alouds, picture walks, vocabulary banks, videos, and virtual or in-person field trips. Teaching Academic Vocabulary: ...
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Unlocking Strategies for Engaging Language Learners
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
Welcome back, educators! In this episode, I’m sharing insights and strategies inspired by my recent experience at the TNTESOL conference in Nashville. From innovative math strategies to utilizing library resources and understanding translanguaging, you’ll find actionable tips to enhance your teaching and support your language learners. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Math Strategies for Language Learners: How picture books can introduce math concepts and build background knowledge. The importance of making math tangible through real-life applications like schedules and...
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Ep. 148 Simple and Effective November Lesson Ideas for Your Language Learners
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
Welcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! This week’s episode is all about making your November lesson planning efficient and engaging for you Language Learners. We’ll cover strategies and activity ideas for Veterans Day, Daylight Savings Time, Fall Festivals, and Hibernation. Tune in to get inspired with hands-on, student-centered activities that save time while creating an impactful classroom experience. In this episode, we discuss: Veterans Day Lesson Ideas: Start with a KWL chart to let students share what they know and want to know. Activity: Follow...
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Transform Your Planning Period: Time-Saving Tips for Teachers
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
In this episode, we’re diving into practical strategies for educators to find more time in their day to support students effectively. From analyzing how you spend your time to planning ahead, this episode is packed with tips to help you maximize your productivity. We discuss: Analyze Your Time Track everything you do during the school day to get a clear picture of where your time is going. This exercise is eye-opening and helps reveal areas where you can save valuable minutes. For example, something as simple as streamlining student transitions can free up time...
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EP 146 Procrastination & Planning
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
Welcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! In this week’s episode, we’re sharing practical and effective strategies to help you transform your planning period and optimize your productivity. In This Episode: Introduction to Trey Browder: A licensed therapist and impact coach dedicated to helping educators achieve work-life balance and manage stress effectively. The Importance of Understanding the “Why”: Trey explains why understanding the root of our challenges is crucial for personal and professional growth. Procrastination and Its Impact:...
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EP 145 Speaking and Writing Activities
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
Welcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! In this week’s episode, we’re diving into speaking and writing activities that you can easily incorporate into your lessons to help your students express themselves more effectively. These activities are designed to boost both listening and speaking skills while enhancing students’ writing abilities. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Simple and effective speaking activities to improve student communication skills and build confidence in group discussions and presentations. Writing prompts and...
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EP 144 Start Using Stations Today
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
Welcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! Welcome, educators! In this week’s episode, we are exploring practical tips and strategies for setting up effective literacy stations in your classroom. Literacy stations can make a huge difference in your students’ learning experience by promoting independence, responsibility, and a variety of learning styles. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: The advantages of using literacy stations, including: 1. Reducing the time and effort needed for setup 2. Encouraging student ownership of their learning environment...
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Ep. 143 Improving Engagement Among Language Learners
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
Welcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! Today’s podcast aims to provide you with simple and effective strategies you can use in your classroom to increase student engagement among your students. These may surprise you because we often think that adding some games increases student engagement. Let’s dive into strategies you can use to improve student engagement among your Language Learners. Check out this episode and others on , , & ! Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode - myadventuresinesl.com/store Announcements If...
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September Lesson Ideas
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
Welcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! I want to encourage you to take the time to explore the podcast and my website . Today’s podcast aims to provide you with lesson ideas for September. This will help your planning and make things easier when you start brainstorming what to do for the upcoming month. This podcast will provide you with 4 engaging ideas that you can use in your classroom this month. Check out this episode and others on , , & ! Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Announcements If you are looking...
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Beginning of the Year Lesson Ideas
Adventures in ESL: A Podcast for K-12 ESL Teachers
Welcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! I want to encourage you to take the time to explore the podcast and my website . It’s the beginning of the school year and you are running out of lesson ideas. In this week's episode, I will share a 5-day lesson plan that you can use during the beginning of the school year to help you learn more about your students. Check out this episode and others on , , & ! Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode If you are looking for a community of dedicated and motivated educators, who...
info_outlineWelcome to the My Adventures in ESL Podcast! I want to encourage you to take the time to explore the podcast and my website My Adventures in ESL.
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Learn strategies on how to prepare your routines and procedures for the first week of school.
Are you tired of planning and looking for lessons for your Language Learners every week? If so, then I have the perfect option for you! Join my monthly lesson planning club “The Close Read Club”. Each month you will have access to lesson plans that are ready to print and go! Click here to learn more or go to myadventuresinesl.com/closereadclub.