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TESOL Pop

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Hello and welcome to TESOL Pop: the mini podcast for busy English Language teachers just like you. Grab a coffee and hang out with us we chat with fellow educators around the world about teaching, careers, and trends. Whether you are looking for some fresh ideas for your classes, considering your next career move, or simply want to hear about the latest hot topic in TESOL, then you're in the right... more

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Steven Schmidt, professional development consultant and long-time adult educator, joins Laura to share his journey from enduring uninspiring training sessions to leading transformative ones. In this episode, Steve reflects on what makes professional ... more

Creators of TESOL Pop, Laura Wilkes and Technical Director Haven Tsang, report from IBC 2025 in Amsterdam with practical takeaways for educators using media. From live multilingual captioning and voice overdubs to richer, human-centred metadata and t... more

Dr. Joel Floyd, educator and founder of Ignite Career Foundation, joins Laura to share how his team creates an inclusive, learner-centred environment for adult English language learners in the US. In this episode, Joel shares student success stories,... more

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Jacqueline Aguilera, adult educator and digital equity advocate, joins Laura to explore how teachers can embed digital literacy into their lessons without needing separate “computer classes.” In this episode, Jacqueline shares practical tips for buil... more

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Jacqueline Aguilera
Works at The Mayor's Office for Adult Literacy in Texas.
The Mayor's Office for Adult Literacy
Episode: What Does Digital Literacy Really Mean for Educators? with Jacqueline Aguilera
Kate Bodrova
Founder of Amazy
Amazy.uk
Episode: How EdTech is Transforming Teaching with Kate Bodrova @Amazy.uk
Amira Salama
Chair of the TESOL International Research Professional Council and past president of Africa ELTA
TESOL International Research Professional Council
Episode: Bringing Research into Your Classroom with Amira Salama
Ruth Pringle
Founder of Blue Noun
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Episode: Curating Immersive English Experiences with Ruth Pringle
Shélynn Riel
Teacher trainer, webinar facilitator, and international educator
Bridge
Episode: From Teacher to Teacherpreneur with Shélynn Riel
Urmi Hossain
A passionate language learner who speaks multiple languages and shares her experiences
Episode: Finding What Works for You as a Learner with Urmi Hossain
Katherine Reilly
Author and teacher trainer
Episode: Uncovering Hidden Meaning in our Teaching Materials with Katherine Reilly
Martin Hajek
Freelance educator and author
Episode: Start Building the Career You Want with Martin Hajek
Rachael Harris
Author with over 15 years of experience teaching ELT Literature and Current Affairs.
Former Joint Coordinator for IATEFL Inclusive Practices and Sensig
Episode: Learning Strategies that Get Results with Rachael Harris (Recorded at IATEFL 2024)

Host

Laura Wilkes
Host of the podcast focused on supporting English language teachers by discussing teaching strategies, career paths, and current trends in the field.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Lunch Break Learning

    This is my all-time favorite podcast to listen to for teaching inspiration! I love that episodes are short and snappy, but packed with valuable expertise and practical strategies I can apply to my own teaching context. I listen on my lunch break and look forward to the release of each new episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnderBethany
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bite size PD for all

    Love the small chunk nature of this show. Great for ESL teachers and yet so much content is relevant to a wider teaching audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leaning21
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • An excellent listen

    Clear, concise, well structured and lots of great guests. Keep up the excellent work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lau_bau
    Switzerland2 years ago
  • Great tesol resource

    A great podcast series presenting trends and challenges in the ELT industry. There’s a dearth of good chat in the tesol segment - your voices add value to our dear but often neglected career as TESOLers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mo Sena
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    An amazing podcast with a wealth of information on the Esl industry. Thank you for all you do! quality information on this subject is hard to come by, so I’m so very grateful! Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ama2102
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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The concise format is favored by busy educators, allowing them to gain valuable insights without a significant time commitment.
Listeners appreciate the practical strategies and expertise shared in episodes, finding the content insightful and applicable to their teaching contexts.
The diverse range of guests adds depth and credibility, enhancing the overall quality of the conversation.
Feedback highlights the podcast as a valuable resource for professional development and engagement with current educational trends.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What Does Digital Literacy Really Mean for Educators? with Jacqueline Aguilera
Q: Could you give some examples of best practices that you're seeing that are really navigating this complex landscape?
Aguilera shares that starting with basic technology tools and using everyday applications like text messaging can effectively integrate digital literacy.
How EdTech is Transforming Teaching with Kate Bodrova @Amazy.uk
Q: What is your take on the concern that technology may dilute the human-to-human connection crucial in teaching and learning?
Bodrova asserts that the fundamental power of education lies in human connection, which technology cannot take away, and encourages educators to combine technology with authentic interactions.
How EdTech is Transforming Teaching with Kate Bodrova @Amazy.uk
Q: What trends are you seeing in EdTech now and the transformations it is having on educators?
Bodrova mentions that AI is prevalent in classrooms and emphasizes that technology helps teachers transition from educators to creators, allowing them to create content more efficiently.
From Teacher to Teacherpreneur with Shélynn Riel
Q: What are the paths to becoming a teacherpreneur?
There are three main paths: working as an online language company freelancer, marketplace tutor, and becoming a fully independent teacherpreneur.
From Teacher to Teacherpreneur with Shélynn Riel
Q: What skills did you find that you already had as an educator that helped you transition to this new role?
Teachers have transferable skills such as communication, organization, flexibility, and creative problem-solving that are beneficial for entrepreneurship.

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This podcast focuses on delivering valuable insights and practical strategies for English language teachers, helping them navigate their careers and teaching practices. Key themes include digital literacy, EdTech innovations, practitioner research, and experiential learning, offering educators tools to improve their teaching methodologies. The hosts frequently connect with experts in the field, making it a go-to resource for educators wanting to stay updated on trends and enhance their teaching effectiveness. The format encourages concise, engaging conversations, making it suitable for busy professionals looking to make the most of their time while gaining inspiration and knowledge relevant to English language teaching.

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1. Jacqueline Aguilera
2. Kate Bodrova
3. Amira Salama
4. Ruth Pringle
5. Shélynn Riel
6. Urmi Hossain
7. Katherine Reilly
8. Martin Hajek

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