The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast
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A podcast for reflective practice for teachers of English around the world 🌏🌍🌎 www.teacherthinkaloud.com
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#Teachers! We want to feature you on our upcoming #PodcastEpisode. 🎤 This year, we're asking you to get back to basics and reflect on what areas you want to work on in your teaching practice. Go to bit.ly/backtobasics26, listen to the prompt, and record your response with one easy click.✨ #ELsky
Are you a teacher trainer? If so, how did you learn to train teachers? And what makes for successful teacher training? We want to hear from you! 👇 #TeacherTraining #ProfessionalDevelopment #ELT #ReflectiveTeaching #TeachEnglish #ESL #EFL #Teaching #Education #LoveTeaching #EduSky
November 24, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Are you a teacher trainer? If so, how did you learn to train teachers? And what makes for successful teacher training? We want to hear from you! 👇 #TeacherTraining #ProfessionalDevelopment #ELT #ReflectiveTeaching #TeachEnglish #ESL #EFL #Teaching #Education #LoveTeaching #EduSky
Last chance to register for the #TESOL2025 Virtual Convention! We hope to see you there. Use our exclusive discount code SRVC2025 to save 20% on your main convention registration:
www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #TESOLPartner #TESOL #ELT
www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #TESOLPartner #TESOL #ELT
November 17, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Last chance to register for the #TESOL2025 Virtual Convention! We hope to see you there. Use our exclusive discount code SRVC2025 to save 20% on your main convention registration:
www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #TESOLPartner #TESOL #ELT
www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #TESOLPartner #TESOL #ELT
In this lively episode, Shé sits down with Ben Buckwold and Tara Benwell to explore the story behind one of @Ellii.com’s most creative classroom tools: #ElliiDilemmas. Discover how play, curiosity, and compassion can turn classroom conversation into authentic connection. youtu.be/JNk03oadJgI #ELsky
E77 - Ellii Dilemmas: Sparking Real Dialogue in the ELT Classroom (with Ben Buckwold & Tara Benwell)
In this lively episode, Shé sits down with Ben Buckwold (Founder & CEO of Ellii) and Tara Benwell (VP of Publishing at Ellii) to explore the story behind one of @ellii's most creative classroom…
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November 14, 2025 at 8:56 PM
In this lively episode, Shé sits down with Ben Buckwold and Tara Benwell to explore the story behind one of @Ellii.com’s most creative classroom tools: #ElliiDilemmas. Discover how play, curiosity, and compassion can turn classroom conversation into authentic connection. youtu.be/JNk03oadJgI #ELsky
We want to feature your voices on our annual Friends of the Podcast episode! 🎤 This year, we're asking teachers to get back to basics and reflect on what areas you want to work on in your teaching practice. Getting featured is easy! 👇 #ELsky #EduSky
#ReflectivePractice #TeachingPractices
#ReflectivePractice #TeachingPractices
November 10, 2025 at 8:28 PM
We want to feature your voices on our annual Friends of the Podcast episode! 🎤 This year, we're asking teachers to get back to basics and reflect on what areas you want to work on in your teaching practice. Getting featured is easy! 👇 #ELsky #EduSky
#ReflectivePractice #TeachingPractices
#ReflectivePractice #TeachingPractices
Hey, it’s Anna! I’m looking forward to participating in the upcoming #TESOL2025 Virtual Convention as an official #TESOLPartner. Use my exclusive discount code SRVC2025 to save 20% on your main convention registration:
www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #TESOLPartner #TESOL #ELT
www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #TESOLPartner #TESOL #ELT
November 7, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Hey, it’s Anna! I’m looking forward to participating in the upcoming #TESOL2025 Virtual Convention as an official #TESOLPartner. Use my exclusive discount code SRVC2025 to save 20% on your main convention registration:
www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #TESOLPartner #TESOL #ELT
www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #TESOLPartner #TESOL #ELT
Whether you're a seasoned #EnglishLanguageTeacher or just getting started, revisiting various pedagogical approaches can unlock your #teaching potential. In our latest blog, we share our top 7 methods for #ELT professionals. Read now!
Teaching Methods for English Language Teachers
In this blog post, we share our top 7 teaching methods for English language teachers.
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November 5, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Whether you're a seasoned #EnglishLanguageTeacher or just getting started, revisiting various pedagogical approaches can unlock your #teaching potential. In our latest blog, we share our top 7 methods for #ELT professionals. Read now!
In this episode, we the #LexicalApproach in teaching English and explore how focusing on lexical chunks—common phrases and expressions—rather than isolated words or strict grammar rules can enhance both learner autonomy and teacher effectiveness. Listen now!
youtu.be/mw2DSqH6-fI #ELT #Elsky #EduSky
youtu.be/mw2DSqH6-fI #ELT #Elsky #EduSky
Episode 76: Unpacking the Lexical Approach (with Erin O’Byrne)
In this episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, Shé and Anna discuss the importance of the Lexical Approach in teaching English, featuring insights from guest Erin O’Byrne. They explore how…
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October 24, 2025 at 7:28 PM
In this episode, we the #LexicalApproach in teaching English and explore how focusing on lexical chunks—common phrases and expressions—rather than isolated words or strict grammar rules can enhance both learner autonomy and teacher effectiveness. Listen now!
youtu.be/mw2DSqH6-fI #ELT #Elsky #EduSky
youtu.be/mw2DSqH6-fI #ELT #Elsky #EduSky
The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast is an official #TESOLPartner at the upcoming #TESOL2025 Virtual Convention in November! This will be a great time to connect and reflect. 💭 Want to join us? Use our exclusive discount code SRVC2025 for 20% off your registration. www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #TESOL
October 20, 2025 at 3:32 PM
The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast is an official #TESOLPartner at the upcoming #TESOL2025 Virtual Convention in November! This will be a great time to connect and reflect. 💭 Want to join us? Use our exclusive discount code SRVC2025 for 20% off your registration. www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #TESOL
Teaching vocabulary is the bread and butter of #EnglishLanguageTeaching 🍞🧈 Without words, there isn’t much substance to a #language... What's your favorite idiom to teach? Share your response in the comments! 👇 #ELT #Vocabulary #TeachingEnglish #ReflectiveTeaching #ESL #EFL #LanguageLearning #ELsky
October 17, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Teaching vocabulary is the bread and butter of #EnglishLanguageTeaching 🍞🧈 Without words, there isn’t much substance to a #language... What's your favorite idiom to teach? Share your response in the comments! 👇 #ELT #Vocabulary #TeachingEnglish #ReflectiveTeaching #ESL #EFL #LanguageLearning #ELsky
We’re attending the #TESOL Virtual Convention on November 21-22! ✨We always appreciate a chance to connect with our community of English language teachers—especially virtually! 💻 Register by 31 October at the lower rate and use discount code to save 20%: SRVC2025. www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #ELT
October 15, 2025 at 7:28 PM
We’re attending the #TESOL Virtual Convention on November 21-22! ✨We always appreciate a chance to connect with our community of English language teachers—especially virtually! 💻 Register by 31 October at the lower rate and use discount code to save 20%: SRVC2025. www.tesol.org/virtual-home... #ELT
In this episode, we sit down with Sara Davila to explore how #AI is reshaping #education, from the evolution of AI and deep learning to the practical ways teachers can use large language models (#LLMs) today.
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#AIinEducation #EdTech #EduSky #GenAI #AIforTeachdrs
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#AIinEducation #EdTech #EduSky #GenAI #AIforTeachdrs
Episode 75 - Generative AI in Education: A Teacher's Guide
YouTube video by The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast: An ELT Podcast
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October 3, 2025 at 6:45 PM
In this episode, we sit down with Sara Davila to explore how #AI is reshaping #education, from the evolution of AI and deep learning to the practical ways teachers can use large language models (#LLMs) today.
youtu.be/nZAkl6A-QZg
#AIinEducation #EdTech #EduSky #GenAI #AIforTeachdrs
youtu.be/nZAkl6A-QZg
#AIinEducation #EdTech #EduSky #GenAI #AIforTeachdrs
#Teachers! We want to feature you on our upcoming #PodcastEpisode. 🎤 This year, we're asking you to get back to basics and reflect on what areas you want to work on in your teaching practice. Go to bit.ly/backtobasics26, listen to the prompt, and record your response with one easy click.✨ #ELsky
October 1, 2025 at 7:28 PM
#Teachers! We want to feature you on our upcoming #PodcastEpisode. 🎤 This year, we're asking you to get back to basics and reflect on what areas you want to work on in your teaching practice. Go to bit.ly/backtobasics26, listen to the prompt, and record your response with one easy click.✨ #ELsky
From brainstorming and feedback to language practice and lesson planning, teachers are experimenting with how AI can support both their work and their students’ learning.✨ But how do we use AI effectively and ethically? 🎙️ #AIinEducation #EdTech #EnglishTeachers #AIforTeachers #EduSky
September 26, 2025 at 7:28 PM
From brainstorming and feedback to language practice and lesson planning, teachers are experimenting with how AI can support both their work and their students’ learning.✨ But how do we use AI effectively and ethically? 🎙️ #AIinEducation #EdTech #EnglishTeachers #AIforTeachers #EduSky
New blog alert! Dive into these 5 #techtools that can support your #reflectivepractice and transform your #teaching. www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/tech-to... #EduSky #EdTech
Tech Tools for Teachers: Enhancing Your Reflective Practice
In the fast-paced world of teaching, finding time for reflection can feel like just another task on an already overwhelming to-do list. Here are some tech tools that can make reflection more…
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September 24, 2025 at 7:28 PM
New blog alert! Dive into these 5 #techtools that can support your #reflectivepractice and transform your #teaching. www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/tech-to... #EduSky #EdTech
In Part 2 of our collab with the DIESOL Podcast, we explore the practical side of #reflectivepedagogy:
🛠️ How to implement #techtools to enhance reflection
💭 The balance between spontaneous and intentional #reflection
🙌 Building a sustainable reflective practice
youtu.be/FhXN052zZJg
#Edusky #EdTech
🛠️ How to implement #techtools to enhance reflection
💭 The balance between spontaneous and intentional #reflection
🙌 Building a sustainable reflective practice
youtu.be/FhXN052zZJg
#Edusky #EdTech
Episode 74 - Foundations of Reflective Practice with the DIESOL Podcast, Part 2
In Part 2 of our collaboration with the DIESOL Podcast, we reunite with Brent and Ixchell, this time with our signature Teacher Think-Aloud style, with more narrative and reflective interruptions as…
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September 15, 2025 at 7:28 PM
In Part 2 of our collab with the DIESOL Podcast, we explore the practical side of #reflectivepedagogy:
🛠️ How to implement #techtools to enhance reflection
💭 The balance between spontaneous and intentional #reflection
🙌 Building a sustainable reflective practice
youtu.be/FhXN052zZJg
#Edusky #EdTech
🛠️ How to implement #techtools to enhance reflection
💭 The balance between spontaneous and intentional #reflection
🙌 Building a sustainable reflective practice
youtu.be/FhXN052zZJg
#Edusky #EdTech
#ReflectivePractice is not new, but it is a powerful tool to evolve our teaching practices. So what is it, why is it so important, and how can it transform your teaching? Explore our reflective practice starter kit and kick your school year into gear at bit.ly/RPstarterkit. ⚒️ #EduSky #ELsky
September 12, 2025 at 7:28 PM
#ReflectivePractice is not new, but it is a powerful tool to evolve our teaching practices. So what is it, why is it so important, and how can it transform your teaching? Explore our reflective practice starter kit and kick your school year into gear at bit.ly/RPstarterkit. ⚒️ #EduSky #ELsky
In this episode, Shé and Anna team up with @brentgwarner.com and @ixypixy.bsky.social of the DIESOL Podcast for a lively conversation about reflective practice. In Part 1, the group explores the why of reflective pedagogy and its core principles. 🎧 Tune in now!
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Episode 73 - Foundations of Reflective Practice with the DIESOL Podcast, Part 1
In this special crossover episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, Shé and Anna team up with Brent Warner and Ixchell Reyes of @diesolpod for a lively conversation about reflective practice—the…
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September 1, 2025 at 3:40 PM
In this episode, Shé and Anna team up with @brentgwarner.com and @ixypixy.bsky.social of the DIESOL Podcast for a lively conversation about reflective practice. In Part 1, the group explores the why of reflective pedagogy and its core principles. 🎧 Tune in now!
youtu.be/kCfLVbaAjJA
youtu.be/kCfLVbaAjJA
The removal of federal guidelines for teaching #EnglishLearners suggests a lack of federal enforcement and further challenges down the road. So what can teachers do? Read our blog post for ideas.
www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/us-gove...
#ESL #LanguageEquity #EnglishLanguageTeaching #EduSky #ELsky
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#ESL #LanguageEquity #EnglishLanguageTeaching #EduSky #ELsky
US Department of Education Rescinds Guidance on English Learners’ Rights and Learning Standards
The recent news from the U.S. Department of Education has sent a ripple of concern through the English as a Second Language (ESL) teaching community. Here are several avenues through which we can adv...
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August 26, 2025 at 6:10 PM
The removal of federal guidelines for teaching #EnglishLearners suggests a lack of federal enforcement and further challenges down the road. So what can teachers do? Read our blog post for ideas.
www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/us-gove...
#ESL #LanguageEquity #EnglishLanguageTeaching #EduSky #ELsky
www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/us-gove...
#ESL #LanguageEquity #EnglishLanguageTeaching #EduSky #ELsky
In this episode, co-hosts Shé and Anna sit down with climate activist, teacher trainer, and founder of Renewable English, Harry Waters, for an energizing conversation on integrating environmental sustainability into English language teaching #ELT 🌱🌍 Listen now! 🎧 youtu.be/_CwkBAl6tEk #GreeningELT
E72 – Greening ELT: Addressing Sustainability in the English Language Classroom (with Harry Waters)
In this episode, co-hosts Shé and Anna sit down with climate activist, teacher trainer, and founder of @RenewableEnglish, Harry Waters, for an energizing conversation on integrating environmental…
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August 8, 2025 at 2:24 PM
In this episode, co-hosts Shé and Anna sit down with climate activist, teacher trainer, and founder of Renewable English, Harry Waters, for an energizing conversation on integrating environmental sustainability into English language teaching #ELT 🌱🌍 Listen now! 🎧 youtu.be/_CwkBAl6tEk #GreeningELT
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August 2025 Newsletter ☀️
How is August already here?!?! Perhaps you’re excited for the upcoming school year, or maybe you’ve been toying with the idea of transitioning into a new, education-adjacent field. Whatever the case,…
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August 4, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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#ClimateChange is arguably the biggest issue facing our planet today 🌍🌎🌏 From trash collection 🗑️ to upcycling ♻️ to supporting #sustainable businesses 🏪 the fight for a healthy world starts small 🌱 How do you “green” your classroom? 👉 #EduSky #renewableenglish #sustainability #protectourplanet
August 1, 2025 at 4:41 PM
#ClimateChange is arguably the biggest issue facing our planet today 🌍🌎🌏 From trash collection 🗑️ to upcycling ♻️ to supporting #sustainable businesses 🏪 the fight for a healthy world starts small 🌱 How do you “green” your classroom? 👉 #EduSky #renewableenglish #sustainability #protectourplanet
Ready to transition from #EnglishLanguageTeaching to #InstructionalDesign? 📚➡️💻 Our latest blog post has the ultimate guide! Learn how to leverage your teaching skills, bridge learning gaps, and find your "in" in the exciting world of L&D. ✨ #ELTtoID www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/from-el...
From Classroom to Curriculum: Your Guide to Transitioning from ELT to Instructional Design
Read this list of tips and considerations to get you - a burn out teacher - on the path to a career in Instructional Design / Learning & Development.
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July 25, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Ready to transition from #EnglishLanguageTeaching to #InstructionalDesign? 📚➡️💻 Our latest blog post has the ultimate guide! Learn how to leverage your teaching skills, bridge learning gaps, and find your "in" in the exciting world of L&D. ✨ #ELTtoID www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/from-el...
In this episode, we explore what it really takes to move from #EnglishLanguageTeaching #ELT into #InstructionalDesign. 🎙️ Our guest shares a candid look at what sparked her transition, the joy of upskilling, and how her teaching background became a superpower in her new role. 🎯💻 youtu.be/FNNR9ImkRMo
Episode 71 – From English Language Teaching to Instructional Design (with Sharon Tjaden-Burkes)
YouTube video by The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast: An ELT Podcast
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July 19, 2025 at 12:17 AM
In this episode, we explore what it really takes to move from #EnglishLanguageTeaching #ELT into #InstructionalDesign. 🎙️ Our guest shares a candid look at what sparked her transition, the joy of upskilling, and how her teaching background became a superpower in her new role. 🎯💻 youtu.be/FNNR9ImkRMo
We’ve put together a #summerreading list to accompany your travels, downtime, or even those in-between moments. 13 titles for #globaleducators navigating #language, #identity, and #culture in the #EnglishLanguageClassroom. Because 10 just weren’t enough. 😉 www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/2025-su...
2025 Summer Reading List: 13 Books That Cross Borders
In honor of the hot days ahead, we’ve put together a curated summer reading list to accompany your travels, downtime, or even those in-between moments. 13 titles for global educators navigating…
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June 30, 2025 at 3:54 PM
We’ve put together a #summerreading list to accompany your travels, downtime, or even those in-between moments. 13 titles for #globaleducators navigating #language, #identity, and #culture in the #EnglishLanguageClassroom. Because 10 just weren’t enough. 😉 www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/2025-su...