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In this follow-up to our discussion on English-Medium Instruction (EMI), we turn our attention to how teachers can design fair and effective assessments—and give meaningful feedback that helps students truly learn.
Assessing students in an EMI context isn’t just about testing knowledge; it’s about supporting learners as they navigate both content and language challenges. In this episode, we talk about how to scaffold and stagger assessments, use balanced rubrics that separate content mastery from language use, and share expectations early to set students up for success. We also explore ways to give feedback that motivates, guides improvement, and respects students’ diverse language backgrounds.
Whether you’re an EMI instructor, a program coordinator, or a student learning in English, this episode offers practical insights for making assessment and feedback a more supportive—and more human—part of the learning process.
💬 We’d love to hear from you!
If you teach or study in an EMI setting, tell us about your experience with assessments and feedback. Comment, send us a DM, or email us—we might share your story in a future episode!
 
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在這一集節目中，我們延續前一集關於英語授課（EMI）的討論，聚焦於教師如何設計公平且有效的評量，以及如何提供真正幫助學生學習的回饋。
在 EMI 的教學情境中，評量不只是測驗知識而已——它同時也是幫助學生在內容理解與語言運用之間取得平衡的過程。本集節目將探討如何分階段、分層次地設計評量，如何使用兼顧「內容理解」與「語言表達」的雙重權重評分規準，並在課程初期就讓學生清楚知道評量標準。此外，我們也會談到如何提供具體而具建設性的回饋，幫助學生釐清弱點、持續改進，並尊重他們在語言背景上的多樣性。
無論你是一位 EMI 教師、課程協調者，或是一位正在以英語學習的學生，這一集都將帶給你實用的見解，讓「評量與回饋」成為學習歷程中更具支持性、更具人性化的一部分。
💬 我們很想聽聽你的想法！
如果你正在 EMI 的環境中教學或學習，歡迎分享你在評量與回饋方面的經驗。留言、私訊或寄信給我們——你的故事也許會在未來的節目中出現！
 
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In response to a thoughtful question from a listener in Taiwan, Annie and Lilah open up about how they teach in an English-only environment. In this first part, they share their teaching philosophy, how they plan lessons, and how they make sure every class includes brainstorming, discussion, and all four language skills.

They also talk about how they set up groups, design holistic lessons, and what project-based learning looks like in real classrooms.

🎧 Tune in to hear what goes on behind the scenes — and how English-only teaching can still feel natural, supportive, and fun.

👉 Stay tuned for Part 2 next week!

📂 Supplementary Material: https://forms.gle/BpybC5ACoDxCzPNJ7


這集是回應一位台灣聽眾的提問，Annie 和 Lilah 分享她們如何在全英文環境中教學。
在上集裡，她們談到自己的教學理念、課程設計流程，以及如何在課堂中結合腦力激盪、討論與聽說讀寫四項技能。

她們也聊到小組分配的技巧、整合式教學設計，以及什麼是專題導向學習（project-based learning）。

🎧 一起來聽聽老師們如何在全英語課堂中，讓學習變得自然又有趣。

👉 下週別錯過下集！

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How do you take notes effectively — especially if no one ever taught you how?
In this episode, Annie and Lilah share their personal journeys with note-taking. They talk about common challenges students face in class and offer practical tips and strategies to make note-taking easier and more meaningful.
Don’t miss this week’s supplementary materials — they’re packed with value!
You’ll find:
📘 Different note-taking models (when to use them and their pros & cons)
✏️ Common note-taking symbols
🎓 Expert advice from UBC
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It’s a simple, honest, and supportive conversation for anyone who wants to study smarter — not harder.
🎧 Listen now and start building your own note-taking style!

你有學過怎麼做筆記嗎？還是一路靠自己摸索？
在這集節目中，Annie 和 Lilah 分享了她們的筆記經驗。她們也談到學生在課堂上常見的筆記困難，並分享一些實用的技巧與策略。
本週的延伸教材含金量超高！
內容包括：
📘 各種筆記法（何時該用以及優缺點分析）
✏️ 常見筆記符號
🎓 英屬哥倫比亞大學的學習建議
📂補充教材https://forms.gle/yzt873uiyNuoSP5bA
這是一集真誠又實用的對談，陪你一起學會更聰明地做筆記，而不是更辛苦地學習。
🎧 點擊收聽，一起打造屬於你的筆記風格！

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“What would you be if you weren’t an English teacher?” “What are your pet peeves?” 
「如果你不是英文老師，你會做什麼？」「你的職場地雷是什麼？」

In this candid conversation, Annie and Lilah open up about the joys and frustrations of the classroom — from their favourite thing to teach to how they’ve stayed motivated after so many years of teaching.
在這場真誠又充滿笑聲的對話中，Annie 和 Lilah 暢談教學的喜與苦——從她們最喜歡教的內容，到多年來如何保持教學熱情。

They also share whether they’ve ever hated a student, how they keep a smile on day after day, and what they’d be doing if they weren’t teachers (You don’t want to miss this). Plus, they talk about teaching students with disabilities, changes in student behavior over time, and why they prefer to stay off camera.
她們也分享是否曾討厭過學生、如何每天保持微笑，以及如果不當老師，會選擇什麼職業（這段你絕對不能錯過！）。除此之外，她們還聊到教授身心障礙學生的經驗、學生行為的變化，以及為什麼她們選擇不露臉錄節目。

🎧 Tune in for laughter, honesty, and a reminder of why teaching still matters — even on the toughest days.
一起收聽這集充滿真心與幽默的對談，重溫教學帶來的意義——即使在最辛苦的日子裡。

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聽完節目後，別忘了到這裡參加我們的小測驗 👉 https://forms.gle/wy2AaxEWo6rCVCQL7
看看你對主持人了解多少 😊
 
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Living with a homestay family can be one of the most memorable parts of studying abroad—but also one of the most challenging! In this episode, we take a closer look at what really happens behind the scenes of homestay life.
住在寄宿家庭裡，可能是留學生活中最特別、也最具挑戰性的一部分！在這一集中，我們深入聊聊寄宿生活的真實樣貌——那些教科書上不會提到的細節。

We talk about: 我們討論了：
2:11 🏠 The vetting process – How host families are selected 寄宿家庭的審核流程 —— 如何挑選合適的家庭

可參考BCCIE (British Columbia Council of International Education) 的網頁

7:55 Expectations vs. reality – What surprises students most 理想與現實的差距 —— 學生最常感到驚訝的地方

19:57 Cultural nuances – Privacy, boundaries, and different ways of living 文化細節與差異 —— 隱私觀念、生活習慣與界線

30:23 Everyday differences – Temperature settings, cleanliness, table manners, and even pillows and towels! 日常生活挑戰 —— 室溫設定、整潔習慣、餐桌禮儀、甚至是枕頭和毛巾！

38:12 Real student stories – The good, the bad, and the awkward moments that teach us the most
真實學生故事 —— 有開心的、有不習慣的，也有令人啼笑皆非的時刻

44:11 Tips for students – How to adapt, communicate, and make the most of your homestay experience 給學生的建議 —— 如何溝通、適應，並從寄宿生活中學到最多

Whether you’re preparing for your first homestay or just curious about what it’s like to live with a Canadian family, this episode is full of stories, laughter, and lessons about cross-cultural living.
無論你即將入住寄宿家庭，或只是對加拿大的居住文化感到好奇，這一集都充滿了真實故事、笑聲與跨文化交流的啟發。

🎧 Tune in and find out what really makes a homestay experience unforgettable!
一起收聽，發現寄宿生活中那些難忘又獨特的經驗吧！

Episode Extras 節目加碼資源
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Learning English can feel hard at first, but every step counts! In this episode, we share expert tips for lower-level learners on how to set small goals, stay motivated, and make daily English practice part of your life. You’ll learn how to improve your listening, speaking, and pronunciation — and most importantly, how to celebrate effort, not perfection.

剛開始學英語時可能會覺得很困難，但每一步都很重要！在這一集中，我們分享專家給初階學習者的建議：如何設定小目標、保持動力，並把英語練習融入每天的生活。你會學到提升聽力、口說和發音的方法，更重要的是，學會「慶祝努力，而不是追求完美」。

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Have you ever stared at the payment machine and panicked — “Do I press 10%? 15%? 20%+? Or… no tip??” 🤯
你是否曾經在結帳機前猶豫不決 ——「我要按 10%？15%？20%+？還是……不給小費？？😅」
In this episode, Annie and Lilah dive into the world of tipping culture in North America. We unpack the vocabulary you need, share our own awkward (and funny) tipping stories, and debate the big question: Is tipping fair, or should it disappear altogether?
在這一集裡，Annie 和 Lilah 要帶你深入北美的小費文化。我們會介紹實用的關鍵單字、分享親身經歷中那些尷尬又有趣的故事，並且討論一個大哉問：小費制度到底公平嗎？還是該被淘汰？

You’ll learn: 你將學到：
💵 Key words關鍵單字 like gratuity, service charge, custom, and discretion
⚖️ Language for arguing for and against tipping 如何用英文表達「支持」或「反對」小費制度的觀點
🍽️ Real stories that show how tricky tipping can be for visitors and newcomers 真實案例，帶你看見新來者與旅客在北美面臨的小費難題

We also want to hear from YOU! 我們也想聽聽你的想法！
👉 Do you think tipping should stay or go? 你覺得小費制度該保留還是取消？

✨ Episode Extras 節目加碼資源
📂 Supplementary Material: 補充教材
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RlqPgbeLEHtX2dU_pNUgxH5epqELr4EB/view?usp=drive_link


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💬 Share your thoughts with us, and you might be featured in a future episode. Let’s figure out this tipping puzzle together — one tip at a time (noticed the two “tip”s have different meanings?)
快來分享你的意見吧！也許在下一集，你的故事就會被我們讀出來。讓我們一起用一個一個撇步來破解小費這個文化謎題 （注意到這兩個tips是不同的意思嗎）！

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Think grammar is just boring rules and memorization? Think again. In this episode, we dive into English verb tenses through a simple conversation about what we did last summer—showing how grammar naturally lives in everyday interactions.
覺得文法只是枯燥乏味的規則和死背嗎？再想想吧！在這一集中，我們透過一段關於去年夏天活動的對話，帶你輕鬆掌握英語動詞時態，並展示文法其實就存在於日常交流中。

You’ll see how learning grammar can be fun, practical, and approachable—and how to use tenses to tell your own stories with confidence.
你將發現，學習文法可以既有趣又實用，而且完全不必高高在上、難以親近。更重要的是，你也能用正確的時態，自信地說出自己的故事。

✨ Don’t miss the free supplementary material and an interactive Padlet activity where you can join the conversation.
✨ 別錯過這集附帶的 免費補充教材 以及 互動 Padlet 活動，快來一起參與吧!

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🎧 馬上收聽，和我們一起學習，並分享你的「我去年夏天做了什麼」。

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Small talk is more than just “chit-chat” — it’s how connections begin. In this episode, we draw on findings from two research studies to define what small talk really means, explain why it’s important to master small talk, explore its structure and function, and share the biggest challenges English learners face (plus practical strategies to overcome them).
Small talk 不只是「閒聊」——它其實是建立人際連結的起點。在這一集裡，我們結合兩項研究的發現，解釋 small talk 的真正含義，解釋掌握 Small Talk 的重要性，探討它的結構與功能，並分享英語學習者最常遇到的挑戰（還有實用策略幫助你突破！）。

👉 Click to get the free supplementary material to follow along with this episode
點擊收聽同集節目的 免費補充資料

🎧 Listen now and take your first step toward engaging in small talk with confidence & ease!
現在就收聽，邁出自信開啟用英文 Small talk 的第一步！

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Profanity is powerful, emotional, and cultural. Whether you use it or avoid it, knowing how it works gives you insight into language and human connection.
髒話具有強大的力量、情感色彩與文化意涵。無論你選擇使用或避免，理解它們的運作方式，都能幫助你更深入地了解語言與人際互動。

0:00 – 4:00: Disclaimer
前言提醒：這一集的主題是「髒話」。並不是每個人都能接受這類語言。請依個人情況斟酌
From there, Lilah and Annie explore profanity from many angles.接下來，Lilah 和 Annie 從不同角度探討「髒話」：
4:10 – 14:40 – Common swear words in English
英語中常見的髒話
14:40 – 16:40 – Swearing as pain relief (The Guardian, 2009) 科學研究顯示，罵髒話其實可以減輕疼痛！
16:50 – 21:10 – The phonetics of swear words (Springer, 2022) 髒話的語音特徵
21:10 – 28:50 – Swearing in other languages 不同語言中的髒話
28:50 – 33:00 – Why people swear 人們為什麼要罵髒話
33:00 – 34:50 – The origin of the word bastard 「bastard」這個詞的起源
34:50 – 37:50 – How to use swear words “properly”
如何「正確」使用髒話
37:50 – 41:10 – Why tone matters 為什麼語氣很重要
41:10 – 44:00 – Season 2 is coming on September 9! Send us your comments, questions, and suggestions — and use this time to catch up on any episodes you’ve missed.
第二季將於 9月9日 上線！歡迎把你的意見、問題和建議傳給我們，也可以趁這段時間補聽之前錯過的集數。

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