We're taking just a little time off to allow room for some international moves and wrapping up of projects.

But first, listen in for a BRAND NEW ANNOUNCEMENT about Brent's latest project... or if you already listened and just want to get on the mailing list, please sign up at www.DIESOL.org/book 

In the meantime, enjoy a revisit to a few episodes that continue to provide value and can spark some ideas you forgot about over the last year. We're starting off with our January episode of 24 Tools for 2024 and a chance to look at some ways you can integrate interesting tools into your classes. 

You can find the original show notes for this episode at www.DIESOL.org/96 

What’s the best way to teach grammar? Explicitly laying out the rules for students, or giving them opportunities to discover it as they go? The research is clear, but it’s probably not what you were taught in your teaching program. In this episode Ixchell and Brent explore the realities of Deductive vs. Inductive grammar teaching.

Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/106

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Do you love the idea of music in your teaching but struggle to find songs that fit your teaching needs? In this episode Brent and Ixchell share all about how AI can help bring customized, language focused music right into your classroom 🎶

Show notes at www.DIESOL.org/105 

In today’s episode, we explore classroom observations and how to prepare for one. Join us as we discuss strategies to shift your mindset, engage students effectively, and avoid common pitfalls during observations. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or a new teacher, this episode will equip you with practical tips to ace your next classroom observation.

Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/104

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Brent A. Jones is currently the Director of Language Programs at Konan University, Hirao School of Management, joins us to share about how he and his colleagues built a Content & Language Integrated Learning program that uses practical and applicable skillsets while acquiring English in a setting where most people don't speak English. 

Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/103

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Ever wondered how AI-generated images could transform language learning beyond just saving time? Join us on this episode of DIESOL, where we explore the uncharted territories of AI in language education. Ixchell & Brent try to break down the the self-scaffolding process of image generation and language development.

Topics include:

• Discussing the potential of AI images in active language development.
• Exploring the shift from passive to active engagement with language through image generation.
• Highlighting the immediate feedback loop offered by AI, enabling real-time language and concept adjustment.
• Addressing the pedagogical implications of this novel approach to language learning.

Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/102

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Ever wonder how you can inspire your teaching team to embrace PD, despite their busy schedules or PD resistance? Tune in to this episode to uncover practical solutions that bring professional development into the daily routine without the dread.

• Understanding Resistance: Recognizing some of the common obstacles to PD, from time constraints to skepticism about new methods.
• Building a PD Community: Tips for fostering a culture of shared learning and collaboration within your school or department.
• Redefining Professional Development: Discover alternatives to traditional PD that resonate with busy teachers.
• Brown Bag PD Sessions: Learn how to start informal, peer-led sessions that can transform your team's approach to professional growth.

Listen in to reinvision how you and your colleagues think about professional development in a local and supportive environment!

Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/101

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Welcome to a special milestone episode of the DIESOL podcast – Episode 100! In this celebratory edition, we turn the spotlight onto our listeners, friends of the show, guests of the show, new and old time listeners, the #DIESOLcrew, across the globe. We invited you to share your favorite tips, tricks, and / or tools with us. The response was overwhelming, and the result is a compilation of your favorite tips and tricks that every teacher should know!

Here's to more sharing and innovating together in the field of ESOL! Above all, thank you all for being part of the DIESOL journey!

Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/100

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Do you find that you don't have enough time to customize your lessons and materials in the way that you want for your students? In this episode of The DIESOL Podcast, discover how AI can revolutionize your classroom prep strategies, offering personalized, innovative solutions to help you get ready for your curriculum, your lessons, your daily activities, and more. Listen in as we explore possibilities of integrating AI into your prep time, ensuring your lessons are as dynamic and effective as possible.

Listen in for:

• Strategies for curriculum building with AI, tailoring content to meet your class's unique needs.
• Tips for crafting engaging lesson plans that captivate students and streamline your teaching process.
• Creative ideas for classroom activities and management techniques that save time and enhance learning.
• How to personalize learning materials quickly and efficiently, keeping content relevant and stimulating.
• And a lot more!

We want to hear from you! Episode 100 will feature the voices of the #DIESOLcrew, and you're invited to share! Let us know your top tip for teaching, whether it be a strategy, an activity, or a tool you couldn't live without. Share with us for 1-2 minutes and we may add it into the show! It's super easy at this link: http://www.speakpipe.com/DIESOL 

Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/99

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Are you a busy educator looking for practical ways to integrate professional development into your hectic schedule? Brent Warner and Ixchell Reyes share 7 practical strategies and resources to customize your professional development journey, ensuring it fits seamlessly into your daily routine.

In this episode:

• Discover how to organize your podcasts for targeted professional growth.
• Explore platforms like edX and LinkedIn Learning for free, flexible courses from top universities.
• Making sure your social media works for you, and not the other way around.
• And more!

Got other ideas that would help? Let us know! Visit the show notes or drop us a line so we can share out with more teachers.

Show Notes: www.DIESOL.org/98

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