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SLAyyy: Second Language Acquisition for Everyone

Ben Fisher-Rodriguez, Bill Langley-Bostick
Second Language Acquisition
Structured Input
Education
Language Learning
German Language
Intercultural Communication
Total Physical Response
L2 Motivational Self System
Differentiated Instruction
Interaction Hypothesis
Micro-Breaks
Comprehension-Based Language Teaching
Translation In Language Learning
Artificial Intelligence
Vocabulary Acquisition
Chunking (multi-Word Sequences)
Spanish Language
Turkey
Second Language Acquisition (SLA)
Grammar Instruction

Join Ben (he/him), and Bill (he/him) as they Gaslight (reflect), Gatekeep (read research), and Girlboss (share successes) language teaching!

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Gaslight

Teaching Words Individually

SLOW

Gatekeep - Wang, S. Y., & Christiansen, M. H. (2024). Chunking in the second language: Implications for language learning and teaching. Language Te... more

Notes

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Gaslight

It’ll All Work Out in the End! …Right?

How Much Should We Emphasize Any Given Aspect of a Language?

The Need for Massive Aural Input

How to Reread Texts Many Times

Gatekee... more

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Gaslight

“Ok, Just Be a Leader Now!”

Failing to Identify Strengths

Lack of Definitions and Models

Walking the Line Between Guidance and Control

Gatekeep - Nathan Campbell, 2026 ACTFL Nati... more

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Gaslight

Are Students Made to Attend to Meaning?

Treating Language Like Other Subjects

Gatekeep - Gonzalez Bueno, Manuela. “S-PACE for Teaching L2 Grammar: Adding Structure to the PACE Mode... more

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Recent Guests

Nathan Campbell
Spanish teacher at Manheim Central High School; 2024 PSMLA Teacher of the Year; 2025 NICTFL Teacher of the Year; 2026 ACTFL Teacher of the Year
Manheim Central High School; Sociedad Hispánica
Episode: Ep. 43: SLAyyy Student Leadership with Nathan Campbell
Diane Neubauer
Host/Contributor, Conversations About Language Teaching
Conversations About Language Teaching
Episode: Ep. 39: CI Reboot Livestream with "Conversations About Language Teaching"
Timothy Chávez
Guest expert guesting on the episode
Educator, researcher; active on social media
Episode: Ep. 36: SLAyyy Pair and Group Work with Timothy Chávez
Jon Cowart
Expert in classroom management for acquisition-driven instruction-focused classrooms
Education consultant; former assistant principal and language teacher
Episode: Ep. 31 SLAyyy Total Physical Response with Jon Cowart
Stacy Witkowski
SLAyyy colleague; middle school Spanish teacher; co-presenter in the book study
Episode: Ep. 29: SLAyyy "Teaching Grammar for Proficiency" Book Study with Stacy Witkowski
Jim Wooldridge
Señor Wooly, founder of Señor Wooly
Señor Wooly
Episode: Ep. 27: SLAyyy Creating Compelling Content with Señor Wooly

Hosts

Ben Fisher-Rodriguez
Host with focus on translating SLA research into classroom practice; longstanding presence across episodes.
Bill Langley-Bostick
Co-host known for discussing research-informed strategies and practical classroom applications.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • So accessible

    Ok, so it may not be a sexy title but they make SLA accessible to people where the research has been kept behind a paywall and how to even apply it in the classroom. And who doesn’t love a good slay?! 🌈 These guys are consummate professionals who bring everything to this episode! Looking forward to the full season!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PabloHoney3
    United States2 years ago
  • Such a fun and informative podcast!

    Perfect for all language teacher nerds. I love the format and cannot wait for more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maris Hawkins
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners find the show highly accessible, translating research into classroom-ready ideas.

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Ep. 43: SLAyyy Student Leadership with Nathan Campbell
Q: Can you share a concrete example of how you've redesigned a student leadership structure in one of your clubs?
We moved from elections to a nomination-based system with a defined leadership ladder; a sophomore who participated is elected as vice president, then progresses to president, ensuring continuity and practical training across years.
Ep. 43: SLAyyy Student Leadership with Nathan Campbell
Q: How do you handle situations where a lead student isn't meeting expectations or loses motivation?
Step back and provide coaching rather than micromanagement, reinforce clear guidelines, and create opportunities for other students to contribute, ensuring the group remains functional while the individual can grow.
Ep. 43: SLAyyy Student Leadership with Nathan Campbell
Q: What is your elevator pitch for why schools should rethink how student leaders are developed?
The core idea is that leadership is learned through structured progression, mentorship, and real responsibilities, not just titles; by giving students a clear path and letting them run with it, schools create sustainable leadership that benefits the whole organization.
Ep. 27: SLAyyy Creating Compelling Content with Señor Wooly
Q: Who is our guest for this episode?
The guest is Jim Wooldridge, known as Señor Wooly, a creator who builds language-learning content around engaging stories and music videos.

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