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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Episode 79 — 2026 Friends of the Podcast: Back to Basics
On this episode, co-hosts Shé and Anna take us back to the roots of the podcast: reflection. The episode integrates the voices of teachers around the world, who reflect on their teaching goals for…
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Happy New Year! 🎉 Our first episode of 2026 integrates the voices of #Teachers around the world, who reflect on their #TeachingGoals for the #NewYear—from addressing student motivation and needs assessments to integrating AI tools and mindfulness. Listen and #reflect! youtu.be/q_in6I3pXNw
In this episode, co-hosts Shé and Anna sit down with Dr. Lillian Ardell—founder of Language Matters—for a timely and deeply reflective conversation about monolingual bias and how it shapes English language education around the world. youtu.be/U5dWZWp7JQQ #MultilingualEducation #BilingualEducation
Episode 81 – The Monolingual Bias: Advocacy for English Language Teachers (with Lillian Ardell)
In this episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, co-hosts Shé and Anna sit down with Dr. Lillian Ardell—founder of Language Matters—for a timely and deeply reflective conversation about…
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February 13, 2026 at 5:59 PM
In this episode, co-hosts Shé and Anna sit down with Dr. Lillian Ardell—founder of Language Matters—for a timely and deeply reflective conversation about monolingual bias and how it shapes English language education around the world. youtu.be/U5dWZWp7JQQ #MultilingualEducation #BilingualEducation
Maybe a loaded question for the current climate… What does the #MonolingualBias look like in your classroom or community? In what ways is English or another language given priority over other languages? And how do you show that you value #multilingualism in your classroom practices?
February 9, 2026 at 8:48 AM
Maybe a loaded question for the current climate… What does the #MonolingualBias look like in your classroom or community? In what ways is English or another language given priority over other languages? And how do you show that you value #multilingualism in your classroom practices?
Information overload is real—and our students feel it too. 📱🧠 From algorithms to AI-generated content, today’s media landscape makes it harder than ever to tell fact from fiction. www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/10-esse... #MediaLiteracy #CriticalThinking #ELT #ESLTeachers #EFL #DigitalLiteracy
10 Essential Concepts to Teach Media Literacy
As we wade through world events, media literacy is crucial for navigating the vast landscape of information coming at us. English language teachers are uniquely positioned to introduce media literacy…
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February 6, 2026 at 1:53 PM
Information overload is real—and our students feel it too. 📱🧠 From algorithms to AI-generated content, today’s media landscape makes it harder than ever to tell fact from fiction. www.teacherthinkaloud.com/post/10-esse... #MediaLiteracy #CriticalThinking #ELT #ESLTeachers #EFL #DigitalLiteracy
How do algorithms shape the information you consume on a daily basis?
Listen to our latest episode for a conversation about algorithms, echo chambers, and the urgent role of critical thinking in English language teaching. youtu.be/dG0-htU9m0c
#CriticalThinking #MediaLiteracy #DigitalLiteracy
Listen to our latest episode for a conversation about algorithms, echo chambers, and the urgent role of critical thinking in English language teaching. youtu.be/dG0-htU9m0c
#CriticalThinking #MediaLiteracy #DigitalLiteracy
E80 – Algorithms, Echo Chambers, and Critical Thinking in the EL Classroom (with Andrea Collados)
In this episode, Shé and Anna are joined by global educator and ESL teacher Andrea Collados for a timely and deeply reflective conversation about algorithms, echo chambers, and the urgent role of…
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January 23, 2026 at 4:53 PM
How do algorithms shape the information you consume on a daily basis?
Listen to our latest episode for a conversation about algorithms, echo chambers, and the urgent role of critical thinking in English language teaching. youtu.be/dG0-htU9m0c
#CriticalThinking #MediaLiteracy #DigitalLiteracy
Listen to our latest episode for a conversation about algorithms, echo chambers, and the urgent role of critical thinking in English language teaching. youtu.be/dG0-htU9m0c
#CriticalThinking #MediaLiteracy #DigitalLiteracy
#Misinformation is everywhere, and #MediaLiteracy is a vital skill. We want to know:
👉 What steps do you take to think critically about content on your social media feed?
👉 How do you teach your students to do the same?
Share your response in the comments! 🎙️
#ELT #ReflectiveTeaching #EduSky
👉 What steps do you take to think critically about content on your social media feed?
👉 How do you teach your students to do the same?
Share your response in the comments! 🎙️
#ELT #ReflectiveTeaching #EduSky
January 8, 2026 at 7:34 PM
#Misinformation is everywhere, and #MediaLiteracy is a vital skill. We want to know:
👉 What steps do you take to think critically about content on your social media feed?
👉 How do you teach your students to do the same?
Share your response in the comments! 🎙️
#ELT #ReflectiveTeaching #EduSky
👉 What steps do you take to think critically about content on your social media feed?
👉 How do you teach your students to do the same?
Share your response in the comments! 🎙️
#ELT #ReflectiveTeaching #EduSky
Happy New Year! 🎉 Our first episode of 2026 integrates the voices of #Teachers around the world, who reflect on their #TeachingGoals for the #NewYear—from addressing student motivation and needs assessments to integrating AI tools and mindfulness. Listen and #reflect! youtu.be/q_in6I3pXNw
Episode 79 — 2026 Friends of the Podcast: Back to Basics
On this episode, co-hosts Shé and Anna take us back to the roots of the podcast: reflection. The episode integrates the voices of teachers around the world, who reflect on their teaching goals for…
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January 2, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Happy New Year! 🎉 Our first episode of 2026 integrates the voices of #Teachers around the world, who reflect on their #TeachingGoals for the #NewYear—from addressing student motivation and needs assessments to integrating AI tools and mindfulness. Listen and #reflect! youtu.be/q_in6I3pXNw
In this episode, Shé and Anna interview Tabitha Kidwel about her research on the preparation and #ProfessionalDevelopment of #TeacherTrainers. This episode is a must-listen for anyone leading or aspiring to lead #ProfessionalLearning in #ELT! youtu.be/RK5dEG8AA6w #TeacherTraining #EduSky #ELsky
E78 — Training the Trainers: Building the Next Generation of Teacher Educators (w/ Tabitha Kidwell)
In this episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, Shé and Anna interview Tabitha Kidwell, an esteemed teacher educator, about her research on the preparation and professional development of teacher…
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December 5, 2025 at 4:59 PM
In this episode, Shé and Anna interview Tabitha Kidwel about her research on the preparation and #ProfessionalDevelopment of #TeacherTrainers. This episode is a must-listen for anyone leading or aspiring to lead #ProfessionalLearning in #ELT! youtu.be/RK5dEG8AA6w #TeacherTraining #EduSky #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
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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
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