Bästa World Language Teachers podcaster (2024)

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Teaching Language Online 23:08

5+ y ago23:08

23:08

In this episode we are looking at the growing number of opportunities for teachers - and students- of learning and teaching languages online. We are discussing the advantages and disadvantages, tips to be a successful online teacher, and the most popular platforms right now. Then we speak with T'helah Ben-Dan, who shares her thoughts on teaching He…

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World Languages for Students with Learning Disabilities 32:32

5+ y ago32:32

32:32

What do research findings indicate about world language study and students with learning disabilities? Which strategies, instructional methods, and adaptations can we employ as language teachers to help all students reach their goals and achieve competence? After an introduction to current research, I speak with Dr. Irene Konyndyk, author of Foreig…

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Teaching Indigenous Languages 26:18

5+ y ago26:18

26:18

The United Nations has declared 2019 the International Year of Indigenous Languages. It’s the perfect opportunity to look at the prevalence of indigenous languages around the world, plus best practices to overcome common hurdles. Then we speak with Quechua instructor Américo Mendoza-Mori, who describes the history of Quechua education, and how it i…

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Motivating Students in Class 34:25

5+ y ago34:25

34:25

In this episode we are discussing motivating the students in our classrooms. As language teachers, we know that if students aren’t interested in the language we’re teaching, their progress will be stagnant, and their attitudes will affect the entire mood of the class. Motivation is at least as important as aptitude in acquisition. Today, I examine …

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Importance of Community Building in Class 27:21

5+ y ago27:21

27:21

Student-teacher relationships are critically important, yet they receive far less attention than academic performance indicators. The research overwhelmingly suggests that when teachers and students have positive relationships, and teachers show empathy, warmth, and encourage thinking and learning, we see the positive effect on cognitive student ou…

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Making Video Lessons to Use in Class 27:02

6y ago27:02

27:02

Today we are talking about creating video lessons to use in the classroom to provide comprehensible input, teach kids about culture, or focus on a specific use of grammar in a flipped classroom. Media truly is one of the most valued tools in language teaching and learning. When we wield high interest videos, we can harness the power of curiosity, e…

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Using Photos and Videos in Class 24:55

6y ago24:55

24:55

In this episode we are discussing the use of media in our classrooms. Photos and videos are excellent authentic resources, whether as curiosity-inducing speaking/writing prompts, a look into cultural insights, an introduction of vocabulary, or as a source of comprehensible input. We look at why and how media is effective in engaging students in cla…

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#GlobalEd in World Language Classrooms 31:08

6y ago31:08

31:08

Today we are talking about incorporating global education in the classroom with simple ideas to connect with classrooms around the world and implement global and cultural learning now. We are discussing what is known as “global education,” integrating lessons about world culture and human geography into our lessons which leads to global competency.…

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Classroom Management Strategies 32:00

6y ago32:00

32:00

World language teachers at the elementary level are often in the unique circumstance of teaching the entire school, with just a limited time each week. World language teachers at all levels face the challenge of teaching and building community and managing their classes in a language that the students don’t all understand yet. In this episode we ar…

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Using Music in World Language Classrooms 28:07

6y ago28:07

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In this episode we are discussing music in the world language classroom: the connection between music and language has been studied extensively, and teachers have used music successfully in their classrooms for decades. We’ll look at the benefits of using music with our students, plus go over tons of ideas of activities using music in class. Let’s …

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Retaining Students in Our Language Programs 27:05

6y ago27:05

27:05

In this episode we are discussing our students, and how to keep them in our language programs through the advanced levels. We will talk a bit about what schools are doing to retain students, and then I’ll interview Casey Chon, who is studying Arabic education at Boston University. She’s going to share her ideas on keeping our student numbers up and…

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IPAs: Integrated Performance Assessments for Language Classrooms 27:16

6y ago27:16

27:16

We're talking about using IPAs (Integrated Performance Assessments) in the language classroom. IPAs are a classroom-based performance assessment model developed by ACTFL to assess the progress that language students are making towards proficiency. We'll look at the 3 tiers of an IPA, the rubrics, and how to use them in class to get an overview of s…

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The Role of Reading in Language Classrooms 36:27

6y ago36:27

36:27

In this episode we are discussing the role of reading in the world language classroom: there are a myriad of benefits our students get from reading in the target language. We’ll look at how teachers are getting students to read for pleasure, reading topics of interest and books of their own choosing; learn about the power of reading as a necessary …

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Supporting New Teachers 27:49

6y ago27:49

27:49

In this episode we are discussing new teachers: whether they are new to the profession, new to the school, new to the content, or even teachers who are trying out a new method. What are the key action items new teachers can do to relieve stress, and have a manageable work-life balance? What is the role schools play in supporting new teachers, and t…

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Culturally Inclusive Classrooms 29:57

6+ y ago29:57

29:57

How- and why- should world language teachers incorporate the diverse cultures that speak the languages we are teaching? Does social justice play a role in language classrooms? A look at the current research on culturally inclusive classrooms, and how teachers can show our students that their experiences, and their voices matter. Dr Hines-Gaither he…

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What is Comprehensible Input? 25:38

6+ y ago25:38

25:38

In this episode we are getting an introduction to Comprehensible Input. It’s not just having students “listen” to the target language, it’s providing them with input that is specialized and conducive for language acquisition. What does the research have to say the importance of comprehensible input? What are the benefits of maintaining a comprehens…

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Supporting Language Learners 25:37

6+ y ago25:37

25:37

In this episode, we are focusing on reaching language learners’ needs. Often cases, the students we are referring to are immigrants, refugees, or expats- students who are trying to learn the majority language of the school or community. These students often are in mainstream classes, and then are pulled either to a special language class, or pulled…

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Dual Language Programs 29:00

6+ y ago29:00

29:00

We are talking about dual language programs: what they are, what they aren’t, challenges to overcome, and the necessary features to make them successful. From research to the best practices, I interview a principal who shares how he has been developing his successful dual language program.Av Becky Morales

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ACTFL's Proficiency Guidelines and Can-Do Statements 29:59

6+ y ago29:59

29:59

We are on episode 6, and today we are talking about ACTFL: American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. We are looking at the mission of ACTFL and their role in supporting world language teachers. What are their Can-Do statements and proficiency guidelines and how can teachers use them in their classes? Today I am interviewing Victoria Gi…

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6 Tips for Teaching Early Language Learners 35:40

6+ y ago35:40

35:40

This is part 2 of our series on early language learners. Early childhood and elementary teachers have different ways and tricks to reach this younger crowd- but what does the research have to say? How can we teach early language learners a new language while they are still developing their first language? If we are meeting students where they are, …

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What's Special about Early Language Learners? 35:00

6+ y ago35:00

35:00

This episode focuses on our younger learners. First of all, how prevalent are early language programs around the world? Why is it important to start learning another language when kids are this young- and what are the benefits? For teachers who teach kids from toddlers through elementary school- how is it different than upper grades or high school …

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Getting Students to Speak in the Target Language 31:34

6+ y ago31:34

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Today we are talking about getting students to speak in the target language in our language classes. What should be the goal of our speaking exercises in class? How do you create an environment that encourages speaking? Is it possible to teach 100% in the target language? Treat yourself to a latte, settle in, and join our Language Latte facebook gr…

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#EdTech in World Language Classrooms 33:04

6+ y ago33:04

33:04

Educational technology is everywhere- but what does the research have to say? Does it help students to learn languages? In what way? Can #edtech increase teachers’ effectiveness and save us time? And perhaps the most asked question: what are some introductory technology tools that fit within the world language classroom? A look at the research arou…

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Introductions: Meet the Host, Becky Morales 17:07

7y ago17:07

17:07

From the United States, stints in Spain, Ecuador and London, and now to Mexico, I discuss my educational journey to become an ESL and Spanish teacher. In addition to my experiences in the classroom, I also share the history of my web site, KidWorldCitizen.org, and how I came to start the Language Latte podcast.…

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Language Latte: A Podcast for World Language Teachers

Becky Morales

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Teaching Language Online 23:08

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World Languages for Students with Learning Disabilities 32:32

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Teaching Indigenous Languages 26:18

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Motivating Students in Class 34:25

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Importance of Community Building in Class 27:21

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Making Video Lessons to Use in Class 27:02

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Using Photos and Videos in Class 24:55

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#GlobalEd in World Language Classrooms 31:08

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Classroom Management Strategies 32:00

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Using Music in World Language Classrooms 28:07

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Retaining Students in Our Language Programs 27:05

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IPAs: Integrated Performance Assessments for Language Classrooms 27:16

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The Role of Reading in Language Classrooms 36:27

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Supporting New Teachers 27:49

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Culturally Inclusive Classrooms 29:57

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What is Comprehensible Input? 25:38

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Supporting Language Learners 25:37

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Dual Language Programs 29:00

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ACTFL's Proficiency Guidelines and Can-Do Statements 29:59

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6 Tips for Teaching Early Language Learners 35:40

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What's Special about Early Language Learners? 35:00

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Getting Students to Speak in the Target Language 31:34

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#EdTech in World Language Classrooms 33:04

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Introductions: Meet the Host, Becky Morales 17:07

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