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How to Prepare for Your Teacher Interview
Would you like to download a copy of this episode’s transcript? Simply click here for the download. In last week’s episode, we talked about reflective teaching. I want all of you to make a commitment to reflective teaching for the remainder of this school year and the upcoming school year. Simply set aside some time and spend five minutes reflecting on your teaching practices. The benefit of this is the growth that you will see as an educator! It is that time of the year. I know test season is upon us, but some of you all are preparing for teaching interviews. Whether you currently have a teaching position or…
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Reflective Teaching for New & Returning Teachers
Would you like to download a copy of this episode’s transcript? Simply click here for the download. Welcome educators! I hope you are having a great school year. We will start off with some reflections on the week. After hearing the question, take a moment to think and jot down your answer. I would still like you to take five minutes and reflect. This can have a huge impact on your teaching. Here is our weekly reflection question: How are you currently reflecting in your classroom practices. As educators we want to grow, but are often stuck on how to make that happen. Asking fellow teachers or your students for…
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Scaffolding Writing with Graphic Organizers
Would you like to download a copy of this episode’s transcript? Simply click here for the download. Hey educators! How are you supporting writing with your Language Learners? Take 5 minutes to reflect on this question. Writing is a huge part of productive language and is often a skill that most teachers do not feel comfortable teaching. There are some that just tip-toe around (I was this person) and cross their fingers that it works itself out. In my early days of teaching, writing was a skill that I often feel like I neglected. My idea of writing was a print and go worksheet with a writing prompt attached. I…
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What if the lessons aren’t too difficult?
Would you like to download a copy of this episode’s transcript? Simply click here for the download. We will be starting off this blog post with a reflection. You might have figured this out by now, but I love reflecting. It is essential for your growth as an educator. I would like you to take five minutes and reflect. This can have a huge impact on your teaching. Here is our weekly reflection question: Are you exposing your Language Learners to engaging and rigorous lessons? As a coach, mentor, and an ESL teacher, I hear this simple phrase from teachers frequently. Way more than I would like to hear it…
- Curriculum, Language Objectives, Lesson Ideas, Reading, Reading Strategies, Speaking Activities, Teaching Strategies, Writing Strategies
Close Reading with Language Learners
Would you like to download a copy of this episode’s transcript? Simply click here for the download. Welcome educators! My wish is that you are having a fantastic school year. Before we dive into our topic this week I have a reflection question for you. I want to encourage you to pause and take a moment to think about and answer the question: How has your lesson planning been going the first half of the school year? Jot down your thoughts and really reflect on the first semester. There are many of you out there that have heard the buzz word close reading. I am here to tell you that…
- Building Relationships, Classroom Strategies, Lesson Ideas, Speaking Activities, Teaching Strategies
Get Your Students Talking During Virtual Learning
Would you like to download a copy of this episode’s transcript? Simply click here for the download. Hey Educators! It’s time to reflect! This year I want to switch it up and start asking you a weekly reflection question. After reading the question, take a moment to think and jot down your answer. I know some of you are listening to this on the go or possibly reading this in passing. I would still like you to take five minutes and reflect. This can have a huge impact on your teaching. Here is our weekly reflection question: Are my Language Learners achieving their speaking goals? Whether you are teaching virtually…
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Planning for Reading Growth (It’s not too late)
Would you like to download a copy of this episode’s transcript? Simply click here for the download. Hey educators! It is time for our weekly reflections. This year I want to switch it up and start asking you a weekly reflection question. After hearing the question, take a moment to think and jot down your answer. I know some of you are listening to this on the go or possibly reading this in passing. I would still like you to take five minutes and reflect. This can have a huge impact on your teaching. Here is our weekly reflection question: Am I taking any potential reading activities for granted? Think…
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Language Learners Benefit from Constructive Feedback
Would you like to download a copy of this episode’s transcript? Simply click here for the download. Hello Educators! This year I want to switch it up and start asking you a weekly reflection question. After hearing the question, take a moment to think and jot down your answer. I know some of you are listening to this on the go or possibly reading this in passing. I would still like you to take five minutes and reflect. This can have a huge impact on your teaching. Here is our weekly reflection question: Am I providing constructive feedback for my Language Learners? Take some time to think about the question.…
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Strategies to Prepare for the Second Half of the School Year
Download the transcript to this episode here Hello educators! I am so excited to be back with you this new year! I know you are going to have a fantastic school year and even amazing summer. Every week I want to highlight a teacher’s win. A win can be big or small. I want you to celebrate your wins, and we want to celebrate with you! If you have a win you want to share, email me at millie@myadventuresinesl.com A few wins I have seen in my group My Adventures in ESL is taking action to plan for the upcoming Language Assessments. There are so many teachers that are actively…
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Getting Funded through Donors Choose (Rewind)
Download a copy of the podcast transcript by clicking here. In the beginning, I struggled with getting funded on Donors Choose. My students in my classroom needed technology and new books. I would post a project for $1200, and let it sit there hoping it gets funded. I didn’t realize at the time that I needed to put in some elbow grease to get the project funded. Within a year, I have had a total of 10 projects funded with Donors Choose! I have included some tips on how you can get your project funded on Donors Choose. Tip 1 Reach out to all your family and friends first. I…
