Helping Teachers Thrive

How to Truly Support Multilingual Learners: What Every Teacher Should Know


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DESCRIPTION:

In this eye-opening episode, Tem is joined by Katherine Hamilton, a leading voice in equity and inclusion, to unpack what every teacher needs to know about supporting multilingual students. You'll learn how to break down barriers, shift common misconceptions, and create inclusive classrooms boosting academic success. Katherine shares real-world examples, actionable strategies, and inspiration that will help you feel more confident, competent, and culturally responsive.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  • Learn how to recognise and unlock the full potential of your multilingual students.
  • Inclusive teaching starts by celebrating students’ home languages and making their cultures visible in the classroom.
  • Adapting instruction doesn’t mean lowering expectations. It means scaffolding success with the right supports.
  • The importance of differentiating between English for content and English for instruction.

BEST MOMENTS:

"It comes from a deep-seeded care that teachers have for all students to succeed"

"What support am I going to provide for them to produce English as well?"

"It's already very hard being a teacher, I now need to learn a whole new set of skills in how I support multilingual learners"

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.

ABOUT THE SHOW:

The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. 

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Helping Teachers ThriveBy Tem Ezimokhai