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The Motivated Classroom

Dr. Liam Printer
Language Acquisition
Comprehensible Input
Story Listening
Motivation In Language Learning
Teaching Spanish
Positive Emotions
Critical Period Hypothesis
Student Engagement
Oral Exams
Instructional Coaching
Community Building In Education
Second Language Learning
Teaching Methods
Intercultural Competence
Proficiency
Student Motivation
Second Language Acquisition
Diverse Student Populations
Language Acquisition Research
Online Teaching

A podcast for language teachers and learners hosted by Dr. Liam Printer talking all things education, languages, motivation and engagement; linking current educational research to your classroom practice and providing a few ideas for some easy to implement, zero-prep, motivational strategies you can try out right away! Join the conversation on social media using #MotivatedClassroom. I'd love to kn... more

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Principle Six of Six for a Motivated Year in the 'Back to School' series:

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Principle 6: Secure attention and running routines

The final episode in our six part series of principles for a motivated language classroom. In this last principle we fo... more

Principle Five of Six for a Motivated Year in the 'Back to School' series:

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* Principle 5: The CI Class Yearbook

This episode builds on the previous principles about effective pairwork and input in 5-minute blocks by taking it further and each ... more

Principle Four of Six for a Motivated Year in the 'Back to School' series:

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Principle 4: Effective pairs

This episode is all about maximising the effectiveness of pair work in class by setting students up for multiple small wins, using scaffolde... more

Principle Three of Six for a Motivated Year in the 'Back to School' series:

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- Principle 3: Five-minute input blocks

In this episode you'll learn about how we limiting our listening input to 5-minute blocks relates to:🧠 Cognitive Load Theory

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Recent Guests

Jonathan McBride
Secondary school languages teacher at the Edinburgh Academy
Edinburgh Academy
Episode: 127 ¦ Part 1 with Jonathan McBride: What I learned from watching six weeks of CI classes in three different countries
Prof. Åsta Haukås
A professor of language education at the University of Bergen in Norway, who focuses on improving language teachers' motivation and professional development.
University of Bergen
Episode: 125 ¦ Supporting language teachers' sustained motivation until retirement with Prof. Åsta Haukås
Tina Abour
Educator and advocate for Comprehensible Input in Germany
FUN Association
Episode: 124 ¦ Using a CI approach to boost motivation, acquisition and inclusion with Tina Abour and Grant Boulanger
Grant Boulanger
Innovative public educator and advocate for CI in language teaching
Comprehensible Midwest Conference
Episode: 124 ¦ Using a CI approach to boost motivation, acquisition and inclusion with Tina Abour and Grant Boulanger
Claudia Elliott
Host of the Growing with Proficiency podcast and a language educator with extensive experience in teaching Spanish.
Growing with Proficiency
Episode: 122 ¦ Connection, community and communication with Claudia Elliott
Annabelle Williamson
Dynamic language educator with 12 years of experience teaching Spanish.
Currently teaching in New Orleans
Episode: 118 ¦ Joy, happiness and brain breaks in the classroom with Annabelle Williamson aka La Maestra Loca
Cécile Lainé
French teacher since 2008, active in language education, focus on storytelling.
Independent School in Nashville, Tennessee
Episode: 110 ¦ Story Listening: Lessons from classroom practice with Cécile Lainé
Dr. Beniko Mason
Professor Emerita at Shita Noji University Junior College, expert in story listening and guided self-selected reading
Shita Noji University Junior College
Episode: 108 ¦ The power of Story Listening for acquisition and motivation with Dr. Beniko Mason and Alice Ayel
Alice Ayel
Language teacher and creator of comprehensible French lessons using story listening
aliceayel.com
Episode: 108 ¦ The power of Story Listening for acquisition and motivation with Dr. Beniko Mason and Alice Ayel

Host

Liam Printer
Host of a podcast focused on language education, motivation, and engaging teaching practices, with a strong emphasis on linking educational research to real-world teaching strategies.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 310 ratings
  • A gem for all in education

    This is a CI gold mine of information, strategies, and knowledge that will be sure to enhance your teaching methods. I learn so much in every episode- often I have to stop, take notes, listen again, and then plan accordingly for my next class. I’ve put into practice many of Dr. Printer’s methods and they’ve all proven positive and effective in teaching today’s adolescents. Please never stop making episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patrivera
    United States21 days ago
  • A "must-listen" for language teachers!

    Liam's podcast is full of practical information for how to implement CI into your classroom, peppered with humour and a realistic view of what it's like to teach language to young people! Especially if you are

    Just starting out and if you are not "all in" with CI, this is a great place to start. Inspiring but practical and realistic information!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mardi Michels
    Canadaa month ago
  • Transformative for Language Teachers!

    Liam Printer’s The Motivated Classroom has truly transformed my teaching practice. As a French teacher, I was looking for ways to better engage my students and foster genuine language acquisition—and this podcast delivered more than I could have imagined.

    The emphasis on motivation, autonomy, and comprehensible input has reshaped how I plan lessons and interact with my students. Practical strategies like Star of the Week, storytelling, and free voluntary reading have created a classroom atmosph... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1234mann1234
    Ireland5 months ago
  • New to CI? Start here!

    Whenever someone asks for where to begin learning about CI, I always answer with The Motivated Classroom. Liam’s easy and humble way of sharing his experiences breaks down the wide world of CI and makes it feel manageable for beginners. But then, you stick around for the expertise even after you feel comfortable with the strategies. Liam has created a community for language teachers that is built on a solid foundation of research that supports us all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Terri-Ann G
    Canada8 months ago
  • A radicilaizing show

    I’ve always believed in a more natural, student-centered approach to teaching Hawaiian language—one that moves beyond the colonial, grammar-driven frameworks like ‘pepeke,’ which simply translate Western systems into Hawaiian terms. The Motivated Classroom was the first CI/SLA podcast I found, and it immediately radicalized how I think about language teaching.

    This show confirmed that comprehensible input isn’t just a method—it’s a liberating philosophy. It empowers teachers to prioritize meani... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kiab
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners praise the engaging content that combines theory with practical teaching strategies.
The podcast is highlighted as a valuable resource for language teachers aiming for student-centered learning and motivational classroom practices.
Reviewers note the host's passion for education and ability to communicate effectively.
Many appreciate the community aspect of the podcast, encouraging dialogue among language educators.

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Talking Points

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128 ¦ Part 2 with Jonathan McBride: What I learned from watching six weeks of CI classes in three different countries
Q: Have you seen a difference by changing your approach in what the students can do?
Yes, there's been a huge difference in confidence and willingness to speak among students.
128 ¦ Part 2 with Jonathan McBride: What I learned from watching six weeks of CI classes in three different countries
Q: Tell me what the students were like in each place.
Students were very different but all very confident in speaking, eager to show their language skills without worrying about mistakes.
125 ¦ Supporting language teachers' sustained motivation until retirement with Prof. Åsta Haukås
Q: What advice could you give to those teachers who are feeling burned out and discouraged?
First of all, I would say I feel with you. Try to find some spark and share your thoughts with your colleagues, work on new ideas together, and don't be afraid to make mistakes.
124 ¦ Using a CI approach to boost motivation, acquisition and inclusion with Tina Abour and Grant Boulanger
Q: What barriers do you encounter when teaching with CI?
Both Tina and Grant agreed on barriers such as entrenched historical beliefs, teachers' confidence in their language skills, and the challenge of shifting educational mindsets.
124 ¦ Using a CI approach to boost motivation, acquisition and inclusion with Tina Abour and Grant Boulanger
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about where you work or worked and why did you start teaching with a Comprehensible Input focus?
Grant discussed his experience starting in public schools, focusing on immersion, and the contrast between students surrounded by the language and those starting from scratch, which compelled him to seek innovative teaching methods.

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This podcast focuses on the intersection of language education, motivation, and effective teaching practices. It offers insights and strategies tailored for language teachers looking to enhance student engagement and foster a more dynamic classroom environment. By integrating evidence-based research with practical, easy-to-implement teaching strategies, it aims to inspire language educators to rethink their approaches to teaching and create more inclusive and motivating learning experiences for their students.

Episodes often feature expert guests discussing innovative teaching methodologies and the importance of fostering a love for language learning. Unique to this podcast is its community-oriented approach, encouraging interaction among ... more

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2. Prof. Åsta Haukås
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4. Grant Boulanger
5. Claudia Elliott
6. Annabelle Williamson
7. Cécile Lainé
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