Ranked #1
DIESOL 005 - Engaging in Writing
DIESOL 005 - Engaging in Writing
Brent and Ixchell look at some of the research behind writing and engaging students and use that information to discuss ... Read more
4 Nov 2019
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29mins
Ranked #2
DIESOL 004 - Motivation & Gaming
DIESOL 004 - Motivation & Gaming
In Episode 4, Brent and Ixchell talk about short-term and long-term motivation for language learners. We discuss how to ... Read more
7 Oct 2019
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31mins
Ranked #3
DIESOL 003 - Conferences: Attending and Presenting
DIESOL 003 - Conferences: Attending and Presenting
Conferences are a great way to build your knowledge, understanding, and contacts in the ESL field, but many people don't... Read more
30 Sep 2019
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33mins
Ranked #4
DIESOL 015 - Encouraging Independent Learning During The Pandemic
DIESOL 015 - Encouraging Independent Learning During The Pandemic
To avoid Summer Learning Loss, we can encourage our students with some useful ways to keep their language acquisition sk... Read more
4 May 2020
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45mins
Ranked #5
DIESOL 014 - Interview with Judie Haynes
DIESOL 014 - Interview with Judie Haynes
Judie Haynes, co-founder and facilitator of #ELLchat, TESOL columnist, and author of several ESL Books including Teachin... Read more
20 Apr 2020
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41mins
Ranked #6
DIESOL 013 - Engaging Students Online
DIESOL 013 - Engaging Students Online
With the shift to distance learning, a lot of teachers are concerned about how to Engage their ESOL students online. Sin... Read more
6 Apr 2020
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38mins
Ranked #7
DIESOL 012.5 - BONUS: Check DIESOL TOSAs Shukes & Giff Out
DIESOL 012.5 - BONUS: Check DIESOL TOSAs Shukes & Giff Out
Sometimes we just need to take a break and hang out with some friends. This episode is a wide-ranging open conversation ... Read more
30 Mar 2020
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1hr 39mins
Ranked #8
DIESOL 012 - Teaching ESOL Online with Denise Maduli-Williams
DIESOL 012 - Teaching ESOL Online with Denise Maduli-Williams
With the worldwide switch to online teaching due to the Coronavirus pandemic, we wanted to bring on Denise Maduli-Willia... Read more
17 Mar 2020
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50mins
Ranked #9
DIESOL 011 - Speaking and Anxiety
DIESOL 011 - Speaking and Anxiety
Brent & Ixchell explore issues with anxiety around speaking for English Language Learners and share some ideas for b... Read more
2 Mar 2020
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40mins
Ranked #10
DIESOL 010 - Game Design Sprint w/ Cate Tolnai
DIESOL 010 - Game Design Sprint w/ Cate Tolnai
How much does it take to build a brand new game for your class? Brent and Ixchell talk with Cate Tolnai about gamificati... Read more
17 Feb 2020
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1hr
Ranked #11
DIESOL 009 - What Works in Grammar
DIESOL 009 - What Works in Grammar
Brent & Ixchell dive into a meta-analysis of best practices in teaching grammar, and then transfer those practices i... Read more
3 Feb 2020
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42mins
Ranked #12
DIESOL 008 - Carol Salva
DIESOL 008 - Carol Salva
Carol Salva drops in as the first guest on the DIESOL Podcast! This open conversation covers best practices, improving a... Read more
20 Jan 2020
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56mins
Ranked #13
DIESOL 007 - 20 Tools for 2020
DIESOL 007 - 20 Tools for 2020
Why is it important for teachers to try new things and explore new tools? Brent & Ixchell discuss why it's important... Read more
6 Jan 2020
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37mins
Ranked #14
DIESOL 006 - Breaking Down Groupwork for ELLs
DIESOL 006 - Breaking Down Groupwork for ELLs
Brent and Ixchell break down the research and best practices behind groupwork, and what to do when students are reluctan... Read more
2 Dec 2019
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35mins
Ranked #15
DIESOL 002 - Myths and Best Practices in Vocabulary
DIESOL 002 - Myths and Best Practices in Vocabulary
Brent and Ixchell discuss some common myths around vocabulary acquisition, including the idea that students should avoid... Read more
2 Sep 2019
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34mins