• SLAyyy Mid-Semester Check-In

  • Oct 7 2024
  • Length: 43 mins
  • Podcast

SLAyyy Mid-Semester Check-In

  • Summary

  • In this episode of 'SLA: Second Language Acquisition for Everyone', the hosts discuss the challenges and successes they've experienced in teaching over the current school year. Amidst the pressures of 'Devolson' and the search for suitable teaching materials, the discussion pivots from a planned talk on cognitive load theory to a candid check-in. The hosts share personal anecdotes about adjusting teaching strategies, student engagement, classroom dynamics, grading policies, and dual coding methods. They address the balance between imposing language structure and encouraging the natural flow of learning, while also reflecting on student motivation and participation. Emphasizing flexibility, the episode explores various pedagogical approaches, showcasing how teachers adapt to the ever-evolving classroom environment. The episode wraps with successes, including enrichment through extensive reading resources and program growth, inspired by student-centered learning and inclusivity.

    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
    01:00 Checking In: School Year So Far
    01:58 Classroom Dynamics and Teaching Strategies
    04:34 Student Engagement and Participation
    09:07 Challenges and Adjustments
    12:23 Effective Teaching Techniques
    27:59 Cognitive Load Theory and Language Learning
    38:23 Success Stories and Program Growth
    40:51 Conference Announcements and Closing Remarks

    References:

    Carrie Toth Discussion Rubric

    Ben Tinsley - 10 Minute Drill

    Text us about how you’ve Gaslit, or Girlbossed your language classroom.

    Email us at SLAyyyForEveryone@gmail.com

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