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The DIESOL Podcast | EdTech in ESL

Brent Warner & Ixchell Reyes
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The DIESOL Podcast covers EdTech in the field of English as a Second or Other Language. The show helps teachers consider best practices for their English Learning students and how to integrate technology into the classroom to help students where they are. DIESOL: Developing Innovation in English as a Second or Other Language

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Sara Davila
Internationally recognized consultant in English language education curriculum, innovation, and edtech
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Episode: DIESOL 137 - Creative Thinking Strategies to Increase Productive Fluency with Sara Davila
Brent Warner
Professor of ESL at Irvine Valley College
Irvine Valley College
Episode: DIESOL 126 - Reflective Teaching with the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast (Part 2)
Echelle Reyes
Teacher trainer and English for Special Purposes instructor
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Episode: DIESOL 126 - Reflective Teaching with the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast (Part 2)
Anna Chiriani Dean
Educator and teacher trainer
Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast
Episode: DIESOL 125 - Reflective Teaching with the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast
Shé Reel
Educator and teacher trainer
Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast
Episode: DIESOL 125 - Reflective Teaching with the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast
Jesus Huerta
Education technology coach for Calexico Unified School District and expert in makerspace development and project-based learning
Calexico Unified School District
Episode: DIESOL 112 - Project Based Learning with Jesus Huerta
Jen Roberts
Nationally board certified high school English teacher with more than 25 years of experience in teaching English language arts and social science.
Episode: DIESOL 109 - The Effective Use of AI on Feedback and Grading with Jen Roberts
Brent Jones
Director of the language programs at Konan University
Konan University
Episode: DIESOL 103 - How to build a content based curriculum with Dr. Brent Jones

Hosts

Brent Warner
Host of The DIESOL Podcast; Professor of ESL
Ixchell Reyes
Co-host of The DIESOL Podcast; Educator focused on innovation and professional development

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Lot’s of great ideas

    Just started listening to this podcast recently and I’ve already gotten plenty of new ideas to try out. I really like the fun finds as an extra. Thanks guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom6477
    Japan4 years ago
  • ESOL + Tech = Winning Combination

    As a longtime ESOL educator and edtech enthusiast, this is one podcast where I never miss an episode. Brent and Ixchell’s podcast is still the only one that focuses in specifically on ESOL and technology, which is so necessary. I appreciate their conversation style and learn something valuable in every episode - they interview educators and leaders in both fields and I practically run to my computer after to look up the tools and tips they share. I especially appreciate that they begin with rece... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rip off alerter
    United States5 years ago
  • Just what I was looking for!

    Comprehensive and enjoyable discussions about Edtech for ESL/EAL... love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexetcetc
    Australia6 years ago
  • yes thank you!

    great for all teachers but especially esl/ell! truly thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emily minerva
    United States6 years ago
  • Fun hosts, useful content

    When you listen to this podcast, it feels like you’re having a conversation with the hosts. Because it’s enjoyable to listen to, I stay engaged and absorb more of the content. And the content - it’s useful and relevant, not overly theoretical or technical. The hosts are in-service teachers, so you know they’re going to give tips and tools you can apply in your classroom.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LJTaylorMSEd
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners find practical, actionable EdTech advice for ESOL most episodes.
Listeners appreciate timely discussions on AI in education and reflections on pedagogy.
The show blends research and real classroom examples, making tools easy to try.
Hosts' dynamic conversation style keeps content engaging and useful for teachers.
Many reviews highlight the show as a go-to resource for teachers seeking current, usable ideas.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

DIESOL 126 - Reflective Teaching with the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast (Part 2)
Q: What role do accountability partners or professional networks play in sustaining reflective practice?
They provide social support and collaborative critique, with examples of partners in the duo and PLN/ISTE communities, and reminders that sharing reflection can amplify PD benefits beyond the individual.
DIESOL 126 - Reflective Teaching with the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast (Part 2)
Q: What are practical formats or activities that teachers can use to reflect after a lesson?
Suggestions include reflection-in-action and reflection-on-action, using structured questions, recording 60-second voice memos after class, and leveraging future-me style prompts to capture thoughts over time.
DIESOL 126 - Reflective Teaching with the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast (Part 2)
Q: Does technology have a place in reflection, and how could tech be integrated into reflective practice?
Yes. The guests discuss using tools like voice memos, journaling apps, auto-transcription to analyze classroom talk, and AI as a reflective partner to surface questions and patterns, while emphasizing that human reflection remains essential.
DIESOL 125 - Reflective Teaching with the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast
Q: What practical steps can newer teachers take to implement reflective practice?
Begin with one observable element (like student talk time versus teacher talk time), then layer in social-emotional and equity considerations as comfort with reflection grows.
DIESOL 125 - Reflective Teaching with the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast
Q: How do you introduce the concept of reflection to teachers who may be skeptical?
We frame reflection as an ongoing, cyclical process tied to concrete classroom experiences, starting with small, manageable steps and gradually expanding to larger systemic considerations.

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What is The DIESOL Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts explore practical EdTech integration for English language learning, with a strong emphasis on classroom applicability, research-grounded insights, and real-world teaching experience. Episodes frequently cover tools, curricula, and strategies that help ESOL teachers use technology to boost engagement, vocabulary, and communicative fluency, while also examining educational policy, AI in education, and reflective teaching practices. Noteworthy are the hands-on tool reviews, cross-episode consistency from two veteran educators, and a clear focus on making technology accessible and usable in diverse classroom contexts. This mix makes it useful for teachers, teacher-trainers, and edtech advocates evaluating practical sponsorship or coll... more

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6. Jesus Huerta
7. Jen Roberts
8. Brent Jones

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