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Welcome to the Let’s Talk TEFL podcast with Jackie Bolen and Jennifer Smith. We’re going to discuss everything ESL/EFL teaching, including experiences teaching abroad, activity and game ideas, teaching tips, interviews with old friends, and more. Come join us in the Let’s Talk TEFL teacher’s lounge for some inspiration and entertainment!
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Send us a textIn this episode, Jackie and Jennifer are sharing their top tips for newbie English teachers. Some of the tips include professional development, letting bad classes go, how to make a simple ESL lesson plan and more. You're sure to find some useful things to take into your next class!Have a listen, and if you like our podcast, please be sure to leave a review wherever you downloaded this episode from. We'd really appreciate it!ESL/EFL Teaching Practice and Methodology (on Amazon)J...
Send us a textAll teachers have had to deal with a difficult or disruptive student. There's often one in every class and sometimes a few of them within the same class! Jackie and Jennifer share some of their top strategies for managing these students in an effective way, whether kids or adults. These include focusing on positive reinforcement, developing a rapport with students, avoiding downtime, and lots more ideas. Have a listen, and if you like our podcast, please be sure to leave a revie...
Send us a textTeaching very advanced English learners can be a little more challenging than teaching beginners for a variety of reasons. Jackie and Jennifer share all of their tips and tricks such as using authentic materials, along with suggestions for activities to do with your students who are pushing to become fluent in English. ESL/EFL Teaching Practice and Methodology (on Amazon)Jackie on TikTokJackie on InstagramJackie on PinterestPodcast InformationSupport the show
Send us a textIt's summer vacation for many teachers, and let's be honest, it can't come soon enough for many people! It's easy to feel the burnout when you're teaching English. We talk about some of the most common reasons why ESL teachers might feel burnt out, and then offer some suggestions for how to fill your well back up again before you hit the classroom. ESL/EFL Teaching Practice and Methodology (on Amazon)Jackie on TikTokJackie on InstagramJackie on PinterestPodcast InformationSuppor...
Send us a textShould teachers use the first language of the students in the classroom, or conduct the class entirely in English? It's an important question and one that's often up for debate in the TEFL world. Find out the pros and cons of using a shared first language with the students in an ESL/EFL class.ESL/EFL Teaching Practice and Methodology (on Amazon)Jackie on TikTokJackie on InstagramJackie on PinterestPodcast InformationSupport the show
Send us a textJackie talks about all things teaching English to adult beginners. Teaching ESL to lower-level adults can be quite tricky because they often lack confidence. Here are some tips and tricks for building confidence, including making the class as student-centred as possible, doing a needs analysis and focusing on vocabulary. Find Out More:ESL/EFL Teaching Practice and Methodology (on Amazon)Jackie on TikTokJackie on InstagramJackie on PinterestPodcast InformationSupport the show
Send us a textJackie and Jennifer talk all things preparing students for English proficiency exams like the TOEFL, TOIEC, CELPIP, or IELTS. We give some tips and tricks, strategies, and things to avoid like the plague. Help students improve their English exam scores with these pro-level tips!Find Out More:TOEFL Reading TipsIELTS Speaking TipsJackie on TikTokJackie on InstagramJackie on PinterestPodcast InformationSupport the show
Send us a textJackie and Jennifer talk all things task-based learning and teaching. Level up your English classes with all ages and levels by incorporating some task-based activities. We talk about the reasons to use this style of lesson, as well as some of the classic activities to use. Find Out More:Task-Based Language TeachingIntro to Task-Based Learning on YouTubeTask-Based Language Activities on YouTubeJackie on TikTokJackie on InstagramJackie on PinterestPodcast InformationSupport the show
Send us a textCheck out my top 10 ESL games and activities for adults. The key to better English classes is a wide variety of engaging and interactive activities and this podcast episode will help you get there in style! Find Out More:ESL Conversation Activities for AdultsESL Games for Adults on YouTubeJackie on TikTokJackie on InstagramJackie on PinterestPodcast InformationSupport the show
1Send us a textCheck out these tips for teaching English for specific purposes, including medical English, aviation English, tourism English, business English, and more. The tips include using role-plays, focusing on vocabulary, helping students get the results they need, and doing a needs analysis. Find Out More:ESL Speaking on FacebookJackie on TikTokJackie on PinterestESL/EFL Teaching Practice and Methodology (on Amazon)Support the show
Send us a textCheck out these tips for newbie English teachers, including learning names, ICQs and CCQs, using positive reinforcement, lesson planning, and more. Find Out More:Top 10 Tips for New English TeachersTips for Newbie English teachers on YouTubeJackie on TikTokJackie on PinterestTeaching ESL for Newbies (on Amazon)Podcast InformationSupport the show
Send us a textJoin Jackie and Jennifer as we talk all things ESL Flashcard games and activities for young learners. Pick up some tips and tricks, as well as good ideas for teaching English to children using flashcards. Find Out More:Flashcard Activities on YouTubeJackie on TikTokJackie on PinterestTeaching ESL for Newbies (on Amazon)Podcast InformationSupport the show
Send us a textIf you want to learn how to quiet a very noisy classroom, you'll want to check out this episode as Jackie and Jennifer share their tips and tricks. Find out what not to do, along with some strategies for maintaining order and calm, in a classroom with lots of students. Find Out More:Jackie on YouTubeJackie on TikTokJackie on PinterestTeaching ESL for Newbies (on Amazon)Podcast InformationSupport the showSupport the show
Send us a textIf you want to be a more confident English teacher, you'll want to check out this episode as Jackie shares her top 10 tips and tricks for gaining confidence in teaching. Find Out More:Jackie on YouTubeJackie on TikTokJackie on PinterestTeaching ESL for Newbies (on Amazon)Podcast InformationSupport the showSupport the show
Send us a textIf you teach business English, you'll want to check out this episode as Jennifer and Jackie talk everything lesson plan ideas, activities, tips, tricks, and a whole lot more. Should you use a textbook for business English? Find out here! Find Out More:Business English ESL ActivitiesJackie on YouTubeJackie on TikTokJackie on PinterestTeaching ESL for Dummies (on Amazon)Podcast InformationSupport the showSupport the show
Send us a textIf you want some fun ideas for St. Patrick's Day ESL lessons, have a listen! Jackie shares all of her tips and tricks for how to fun a fun Saint Patrick's Day lesson with your students. Find Out More:ESL Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day from Jackie on YoutubeJackie on TikTok103 Low-Prep ESL Speaking Games and Activities (on Amazon)Podcast InformationSupport the show
Send us a textIf you want to know what to do during that first ESL or EFL lesson, have a listen! Jackie and Jennifer share all of their tips and tricks for what to do during the first English class, along with some of their favourite ESL icebreaker activities. And, find out how to set yourself up for success during the rest of the semester. Find Out More:ESL Icebreaker ActivitiesFirst ESL Lesson Ideas on YouTubeJackie on TikTokTeach Travel Learn (on YouTube)ESL Vocabulary Activities for...
Send us a textThe food unit is a classic in most ESL textbooks, especially for beginners and intermediates. However, talking about food and drinks can get a little bit boring for the students, and the teacher as well, so mix things up with some of these ESL food games and activities. They are perfect for ESL food lessons for kids as well as adults. Have some fun talking about food with English learners!Find Out More:More ESL Food and Drink ActivitiesJackie on YouTubeJackie on TikTokJackie on ...
Send us a textDo you want to level up your English teaching? I’m sure you do! Then keep on reading for my top 10 ESL teacher mistakes and how to avoid or fix them. Don't worry, it's actually not that difficult to avoid these common English teacher mistakes. Find Out More:Top 10 ESL Teacher Mistakes Jackie on YouTubeJackie on TikTokJackie on PinterestTeaching ESL for Dummies (on Amazon)Podcast InformationSupport the show
Send us a textModals (may, can, might, should, etc.) is a common unit in many beginner and intermediate ESL textbooks. Find out all the tips, tricks, games and activities you need to help students master English modals in style, plus have a bit of fun in the process.Find Out More:ESL Modal ActivitiesJackie on YouTubeJackie on TikTokTeach Travel Learn (on YouTube)ESL Vocabulary Activities for Kids (on Amazon)Podcast InformationSupport the show
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