English Language Arts and English Language Learners
Brain first AI teaching: Philip Seyfried (Teachers College, Columbia) on why MIT research says students should think before AI assists, why AI detectors fail, and how teachers can build classroom …
In this show we celebrate some professional opinions on what AI doesn’t do well (even though some say it can) by talking to a communication expert, a professional writing editor, …
Discover brain-friendly reading strategies that boost literacy outcomes. Malia Hollowell shares science-backed techniques for sight words, dyslexia support, and word ladders—with 95% of students able to read by end of …
The episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk addresses common elementary classroom challenges, such as student retention of material, effective rostering, and differentiation in math and reading. Featuring insights from various …
The episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk addresses the challenges of student engagement and the integration of AI in education. It features discussions on effective learning strategies, like retrieval practice …
As the semester begins, here are some tips to help us effectively support new English Language Learners (ELL). Andrea Bitner emphasizes the importance of knowing students’ preferred names, understanding their …
In this podcast episode, literacy expert Jennifer Burns discusses effective reading instruction, emphasizing four foundational skills: seeing, hearing, thinking, and believing like a reader. She critiques over-reliance on curriculum and …
In this podcast episode, Nancy McCabe shares six creative strategies to inspire students’ writing, emphasizing free writing, sensory details, and the importance of imperfection. She suggests incorporating outdoor experiences.
Dawne Beck, a Spanish 2 teacher, discusses the challenges of providing individualized feedback in her language classes. She highlights how Speakable has transformed her teaching by offering efficient AI-enabled assessments …
The show emphasizes the significance of caring, empathy, and excellence in education, particularly focusing on early childhood education and strategies for diverse learners. Experts discuss establishing trust with English Language …
