In education, we often focus on the hard skills, the academic knowledge of our subject, the instructional strategies, the assessment methods, and the pedagogy that shape effective teaching. These are the measurable, tangible aspects of our profession, and they are absolutely essential. But today, I want to shift the focus to something just as important yet often overlooked, soft skills. So in today’s episode, I will explore two key aspects of these soft skills, communications and cultural awareness, and unpack why they are essential when working with English learners.

Show Notes: Episode 145 - It’s Not Just About Language! The 2 Soft Skills Every EL Teacher Should Have

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Related/Previous Episodes:

• The Secret to Effective EL Lessons? Backward Lesson Design!
• How to beat the midyear slump in the EL classroom 
• The Less is More Philosophy When Teaching EL Newcomers

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