033: Unlocking Language Learning: The Neurolinguistic Approach With Dr. Katherine Mueller

In this conversation, Jacqueline Mallais and Dr. Mueller discuss the neurolinguistic approach to language learning, emphasizing its principles, the im...

032: Breaking Down Borders with Andrea Valdiri, Raquel Acosta and Students

Welcome to a special episode of Chalk n Coffee, where today we’re shining a spotlight on an incredible initiative that’s bridging cultures and classro...

031: Written Corrective Feedback with Dr. Lira-Gonzales

In today's episode, we dive into the subject of written corrective feedback. Joining us in conversation is Dr. Lira-Gonzales. We talk about what it is...

030: Special Edition with CASLT - Corrective Oral Feedback in the Additional Language Classroom

In this special edition of our podcast, Episode 30, we dive into the world of corrective oral feedback in the additional language classroom.
As...

029: Special Edition with CASLT - Lessons to Enhance Digital Literacies in the Additional Language Classroom

In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Heike Neumann and Dr. Julie Corrigan, two contributing authors from the May edition of CASLT's magazine Refle...

028: TESOLgraphics with Dr. Masatoshi Sato

Join us for our conversation with Dr. Masatoshi Sato and hear about the dynamic researcher/pedagogue partnership happening at TESOLgraphics.
If...

027: Special Edition with CASLT - Multilingual Language Programs

Today, we are joined by Andrea MacLeod, Diana Burchell, & Catrine Demers, three guest contributors from CASLT`s magazine Reflections, to help us delve...

026: For Researchers and Educators of English as an Additional Language with guest: Dr. Monica Waterhouse

In today's episode, we're diving deeper into the wonderful world of support and camaraderie for ESL educators. Joining us is Dr. Monica Waterhouse, pr...

025: The Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers with guest: Dr. Philippa Parks

This episode is for ALL second language (L2) teachers in Quebec, across Canada and beyond. Join Dr. Philippa Parks and me as we talk about CASLT, a dy...

024: AI & Virtual Reality in Teacher Education with Dr. Teresa Hernandez Gonzalez

In this episode, Dr. Teresa Hernandez-Gonzalez shares insights into the future of ESL teacher education. We'll delve into how Concordia University, un...

023: AI for ESL Teachers and Students with Sophie Giroux and Nairy Kazandjian

In today's episode, we explore the exciting intersection of artificial intelligence and ESL education! Join us as we delve into the innovative ways AI...

022: ESL Students as Changemakers with Lucie Dumont

As teachers, we know learning is most meaningful when relevant, if it resonates emotionally with students, and if it is anchored in a real-life contex...

021: ESL Vocabulary Instruction and Acquisition with John Wayne N. dela Cruz

Words matter. "Words have energy and power with the ability to help, to heal, to hinder, to hurt, to harm, to humiliate, and to humble." -Yehuda Berg...

020: Dr Paul Nation Discusses Vocabulary Assessment

Few teachers will take issue with the opinion that second-language learners need vocabulary instruction. Vocabulary size has been found to be a signif...

019: A Peek Inside An Intensive ESL Classroom with the Red Lipstick Teacher - Annie Bourgeois

Take a peek inside an intensive ESL classroom and find out  how a teacher sets up, plans a typical day and where they look for inspiration. Join me an...

018: Starting The Year Off Right with Cynthia Beyea & Christine Baida

It's time to get ready for the new school year. But where do you begin? Join Cynthia Beyea, Christine Baida and me as we discuss how to begin your yea...

017: Stories in the ESL classroom with Hélène Duguay

Hélène Duguay joins us to discuss using picture books in the primary and secondary ESL classroom.  She discusses some of her favourite teacher books,...

016: Teaching Learning Strategies In The ESL Classroom with Christine Baida

Christine Baida joins us today to discuss learning strategies. More specifically, she talks about strategies that will help our students become more e...

015: Teaching Learning Strategies In The ESL Classroom with Liz Alloul

Elizabeth Alloul joins us today to discuss learning strategies. More specifically, she talks about strategies that will help our students become more...

014: Teaching Learning Strategies In The ESL Classroom with Dr. Philippa Parks

Dr. Philippa Parks joins us today to discuss learning strategies. More specifically, she talks about strategies that will help our writers become more...

013: Focusing on The L in ESL

In today's episode, we are taking stock of our teaching. How are you focusing on the L in ESL in your classrooms? Join us for a conversation with Mart...

012: Everything Grammar with Philippa Bell

ESL teachers usually agree that students need to have an understanding of grammar. To be effective speakers and writers in their L2, students need to...

011: Learning Differences in the Second Language Classroom

If your classroom looks anything like mine, addressing learning differences is a real necessity. So few educators (me included) feel like they have be...

010: Let's Talk Conversation in the ESL Classroom

Oral interaction is a critical part of the ESL classroom experience. In this episode, we are looking at the importance of oral interaction in an L2 cl...

009: ESL Teacher Identity

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Teachers are at the heart of all things pedagogy. In this episode, we are looking at the importance of teacher identity in an L2 c...

008: What To Do With Student Writing

In this episode, we are looking at evaluating writing in an L2 classroom. The aim of this podcast is to discuss different principles and techniques of...

007: Understanding Understanding with Teresa Capparelli

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Teaching comprehension is so much more than just questions and answers after reading a text or watching something. In this episode...

006: Dr. Susan Ballinger Discusses Translanguaging

Teachers want to be a part of an educated pedagogical citizenry. In this episode, you will meet Dr. Susan Ballinger of McGill University, and hear how...

005: Top 10 Tools for Teaching ESL Remotely

As an ESL teacher who was, like many of you, thrown into teaching ESL remotely, Aziza wondered what other tools were out there just in case the upcomi...

004: SPEAQ up!

As an ESL teacher here in Quebec, Canada or as one in a neighbouring global school, the organization; SPEAQ provides up-to-date news for ESL and is co...

003: Diary of a Resilient Teacher - A New School

Being the new kid on the block is challenging. Being in a new school at the beginning of a career is equally challenging. In this episode, you will me...

002: Brave New World of Differentiation

In this episode, we discuss the differentiated and culturally inclusive ESL classroom.  We discuss what it is, what it does, and how to implement it w...

001: Chalk.n.Coffee in the time of COVID19

I am super excited to begin sharing and co-creating knowledge within our ESL teaching community.  In this episode, I will introduce myself and share s...

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