Podcasts by The DIESOL Podcast | EdTech in ESL

DIESOL 094 - AI and Agents and Bots, Oh My! from 2023-12-04T11:00

What are “Agents” and “GPTs” and most importantly, what does it matter in the ELT setting? We break it down and talk about some...

DIESOL 093 - Clare Kaneko, President of the Japan Association of Language Teaching and the JALT 2023 Conference from 2023-11-20T11:00

This month we interviewed Clare Kaneko, current president of JALT (Japan Association of Language Teaching). We spent time chatting about the mission of the organi...

DIESOL 092 - Why We Left Twitter and Where Do We Go From Here? from 2023-11-06T10:00

All good things come to an end. Do not worry! We are still here, just no longer on Twitter. This year we are saying our official goodbye to Twitter. Brent and Ixchell discuss why they made the d...

DIESOL 091 - 13 Scary Habits Students Need to Stop from 2023-10-02T10:00

We all know students can have some scary habits that block their language learning. To step into the Halloween Season, listen in as we share some ideas about how to help them escaped the “haunte...

DIESOL 090 - Playing Game Shows with Ryan O'Donnell from 2023-09-25T10:00

Ryan O'Donnell has been building out slide decks to play classroom versions of famous game shows for years. Join us as he shares some favorites and we figure out applications for ESOL classrooms...

DIESOL 089 - Mobile Cameras in the Language Classroom from 2023-09-11T10:00

Every student has some amazing technology in the palm of their hands, but how often do we ask them to use their cameras in class? In this episode, Ixchell & Brent explore some possibilities for ...

DIESOL 088 - Will AI Kill TESOL? from 2023-08-22T03:04

There's a lot of concern around AI and what will happen to teaching jobs, especially in the field of TESOL. Are they legitimate? Will AI Kill TESOL? Certainly disruption is inevitable, so listen...

DIESOL 087 - 12 AI Tools to Explore Over Summer from 2023-07-03T10:00

Happy beginning of summer! ChatGPT isn't even a year old and we have seen the number of tools relying on AI grow exponentially since its inception. Is there something you want to try out before ...

DIESOL 086 - Katie McNamara from 2023-06-19T16:45

Join in on this open conversation with Katie McNamara about Media Literacy, changes in teacher preparedness for working with ELLs, developing a sense of inclusion, and more!

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DIESOL 085 - Skipping the Summer Slide from 2023-06-05T10:00

School’s out for the summer! Many students will return to their home country and take a break from the books. Inevitably, there will be less language interaction in English, and students worry a...

DIESOL 084 - What the F should we do about teaching swear words? from 2023-05-01T10:00

Why are language learners so drawn to learning the curse words so often as they begin playing with their target language? Should we be teaching cursing in class? In what context?

Explicit...

DIESOL 083 - ChatGPT in the ESL/EFL Classroom from 2023-04-17T10:00

Join us as we speak with Taiwanese ESOL instructor Maj. Jojo. who has begun incorporating ChatGPT into his language classes for EFL learners in Taiwan.

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DIESOL 082 - Are Idioms Appropriate? from 2023-04-03T13:17

How necessary or useful are idioms for language learners? Can idioms be more of a roadblock at different language proficiency levels? Join Brent and Ixchell in a conversation about how to strike...

DIESOL 081 - AI in ESL from 2023-03-06T11:00

The conversation around Artificial Intelligence is only starting to grow. There's a lot to continue to explore. In previous episodes we made predictions about the future of AI in our field, then...

DIESOL 080 - English War Games with Sallie Finklea from 2023-02-20T11:00

In this episode, special guest, Sallie Finklea joins us to discuss English War Games, a unique approach to gamification in the ESOL classroom. We chat about how she comes up with language-relate...

DIESOL 079 - Names&Nicknames of English Language Learners from 2023-02-06T11:00

Ixchell & Brent break down students names and nicknames and cover the blurry lines between encouraging them to use their given names, helping them understand their "English name" meanings, and r...

DIESOL 078 - Practical Games&Motivation with Jose Goulette from 2023-01-23T11:00

In Episode 78, we sit down with Jose Goulette to talk about simple and practical ways to engage students and motivate learning. Jose has easy ways to turn everyday resources like Uno cards and s...

DIESOL 077 - 23 Tools for 2023 from 2023-01-09T11:00

Happy Year of the Rabbit! In this episode, Brent and Ixchell share 23 tools to explore or have on your radar. AI and implications of ChatGPT are taking the education world by storm--how will new...

DIESOL 076 - The End of the World (As We Know It): ChatGPT with Eric H Roth from 2022-12-19T11:00

A couple of weeks ago, ChatGPT exploded onto the scene, and teachers across the globe are scrambling to understand how this automated writing technology will affect every aspect of their teachin...

DIESOL 075 - Flippity in ESOL from 2022-12-05T11:00

Flippity.net has provided a handy way to turn basic information into interactive games and resources for years. Brent & Ixchell look at a number of ways TESOL Teachers can use Flippity in the ES...

DIESOL 074 - Holly Sawyer: Coding with ELLs from 2022-11-21T11:00

The connection between coding and teaching English Language Learners may seem like a far stretch, but Holly Sawyer has made the link and has helped students learn practical, future ready skills ...

DIESOL 073 - Accessibility in TESOL from 2022-11-07T11:00

What do we mean when we speak of accessibility in the language classroom? Are there guidelines available for assessing what we currently provide for our students? What factors do we need to keep...

DIESOL 072 - 13 Scary Practices Teachers Need to Stop Doing from 2022-10-17T10:00

All of us are guilty of implementing some "not best" practices. For this spooky special episode, Brent & Ixchell discuss 13 of the worst offenders in the English Language Learning classroom. How...

DIESOL 071 - How Monolingual Teachers Can Help ELLs from 2022-10-03T10:00

We know that speaking another language helps English language teachers to understand and support language learners use of their L1 as a tool to navigate and negotiate the L2. But what about teac...

DIESOL 070 - Differentiating Instruction with Choice Boards from 2022-09-19T10:00:10

What are choice boards? How can we differentiate instruction for multiple skill levels and in different modalities? Do choice boards support creativity and engagement? In this episode, we share ...

DIESOL 069 - Fun with Forms from 2022-09-05T10:00:58

How can you build rapport and connect with students when you have to launch a new class & cover required content? Listen in as we talk about using forms to make connections that last.

Sho...

DIESOL 068 - Antisocial Language Teaching with Dr. JPB Gerald from 2022-08-15T10:00:53

In this episode we welcome back Dr. JPB Gerald as we discuss his upcoming book release, Listen

DIESOL 067 - Should We Stop Allowing Cell Phones in the Classroom? from 2022-08-01T10:00:30

Do restrictive cell phone policies work? What effect do students' perceptions of instructors with strict policies have on student teacher ratings? How has the pandemic changed expected appropria...

DIESOL 066 - ESOL Beginners with Winnie Dinh from 2022-07-18T22:52:38

Winnie Dinh is a professor of ESL at Irvine Valley College, specializing in working with students beginning their journey in learning English. Winnie joins us to talk about how to engage beginne...

DIESOL 065 - Universal Design for Learning in ESOL from 2022-07-04T10:00:56

You may have heard teachers talking about UDL, but what does Universal Design for Learning mean, and how can we implement it? Brent & Ixchell give a brief introduction to UDL and explain some to...

DIESOL 064 - Librarians and Language Learners with Jen Giffen from 2022-06-20T10:00:16

Jen is a Teacher Librarian, Co-host of #ShukesandGiff the Podcast, Google Innovator (#WDC17), Sketchnoter, teacher match-maker, and much more. She joins us to talk about how librarians can support ...

DIESOL 063 - Classroom Design for Language Learning from 2022-06-06T10:00:26

How does classroom design affect student behavior and their learning environment? A search for classroom design might yield expensive or time-consuming decorated set-ups on Pinterest or Instagra...

DIESOL 062 - Google Updates&the Impact on ESOL AND Opening the Conversation about Clozing from 2022-05-16T10:00:44

What are the implications of Google’s latest updates and announcements on the ESOL community? Join in as Ixchell & Brent explore the possibilities and predictions!

Also, updated features allow f...

DIESOL 061 - Developing Innovation in ESOL from 2022-05-02T10:00:56

We are back from our break and we've got news! After sixty episodes, we start our third year on the air by making a few adjustments to the content of our show. We want to include innovation that...

Ukraine from 2022-03-07T11:00:54

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the current situation in Ukraine. We are offering a list of reputable places to...

DIESOL 060 - Using TV Shows in the ESOL Classroom from 2022-02-21T11:00:50

Lots of people like to use TV shows, but a lot of teachers get stuck in “their” generation. Many of our students weren't even born when shows like Full House and even Friends e...

DIESOL 059 - Artificial Intelligence in ESOL from 2022-02-07T11:00:59

Where does artificial intelligence fit within the realm of ESOL? Is the fear that AI could replace language teaching jobs unfounded? Where does AI need improvement? Join us in this episode as Br...

DIESOL 058 - Dr. Sarah Thomas from 2022-01-17T11:00

Brent & Ixchell sit with Dr. Sarah Thomas, a Regional Technology Coordinator in Maryland, and the founder of Listen

DIESOL 057 - 22 Tools for 2022 from 2022-01-03T11:00

The New Year's tradition continues, and Brent & Ixchell explore 22 tools, apps, services, plugins, etc to consider testing out in the new year. There's a lot to explore, so come join in. If ther...

DIESOL 056 - Gamification Strategies with Michelle Quiter from 2021-12-20T11:00

We dive into gamification strategies with Michelle Quiter, EFL / ESL Instructor and Google Certified teacher. Join us as we chat with Michelle on game theory, ideas for games, and tips on what t...

DIESOL 055 - Exit Tickets from 2021-12-06T11:00

In this episode we explore using Exit Tickets. Why use them? What do effective Exit Ticket strategies look like? We discuss Marzano's approach to Exit Tickets and share some ideas that Brent and...

DIESOL 054 - Student Interview: Talal from 2021-11-15T11:00

How can students stay motivated outside of the language classroom? What can students do to support their own learning? In this episode we are joined by Talal who has been studying English in the...

DIESOL 053 - Warmups for the Language Classroom from 2021-11-01T10:00

Warmup activities are a great way to activate background knowledge, preview upcoming content, get students in the headspace for class, and allow learners to form bonds with classmates. Today we'...

DIESOL 052- Talking Littles and DIY PD with Dr. Katie Toppel from 2021-10-18T10:00

Dr. Katie Toppel (@Katietoppel) is a language specialist serving multilingual learners in Oregon. She is the co-founder and leader of Listen

DIESOL 051 - Language Learning on the Go from 2021-10-04T10:00

There are myriad mobile apps for language learning, but how do we know which ones are effective? In this episode we revisit the use of mobile assisted language learning (MALL) and take a look at...

DIESOL 050 - Reflections from 2021-09-20T10:00

We're celebrating 50 episodes of DIESOL by reflecting on the last couple of years. Brent & Ixchell contemplate how they've grown as podcasters, as trainers, and of course, as classroom teachers....

DIESOL 049 - Using Tech to Support a Positive Classroom Environment from 2021-09-06T10:00

Face to face instruction, online instruction, and “hybrid” models all now face new challenges. Ixchell & Brent explore what new classes might look like and how to make adjustments for the curren...

DIESOL 048 - Interview with Larry Ferlazzo from 2021-08-16T10:00

In this episode we get to ask Larry Ferlazzo himself his thoughts on getting ready for a new school year amidst the aftermath of a pandemic year. Larry  teaches English, Social Studies and Inter...

DIESOL 047 - Summer of SAMR: Redefinition from 2021-08-02T10:00

In our final episode of SUMMER OF SAMR we look at the fourth level of the SAMR model: Redefinition. Redefinition can seem like a heavy lift, so we're breaking it down for you here to help you se...

DIESOL 046 - From Tech Noob to Ambassador w/ Sarah Fisher from 2021-07-19T10:00

Sarah Fisher is an ESL Instructor, Online writing Instructor, former French Instructor, a Wakelet Ambassador, an Adobe Creative Educator, and is a certified Google, Mote, and Flipgrid educator. ...

DIESOL 045 - Summer of SAMR: Modification from 2021-07-05T10:00

In our second episode of SUMMER OF SAMR we revisit the third level of the SAMR model: Modification. Modification takes us into the transformational phase of the model, but how is that different ...

DIESOL 044 - Martin Cisneros from 2021-06-21T10:00

Martin Ricardo Cisneros (@TheTechProfe) is a Modern Learning Advisor, speaker, a...

DIESOL 043 - Summer of SAMR: Substitution&Augmentation from 2021-06-07T10:00

The 2020 Pandemic forced many English Language Teachers to use digital tools to facilitate the delivery of content. However, what kind of framework exists to make sure we aren't using at tool si...

DIESOL 042 - Using Data in Teaching&Language Learning with Mark Makino from 2021-05-17T10:00

How can we separate our feelings about what's working in our classes from the reality? Many ESL teachers have a passing knowledge of using data, but most may not actively pursue using spreadshee...

DIESOL 041 - Interactive Videos&Captions in Language Learning from 2021-05-03T10:00

In this episode we dive into the use of interactive video and the role of captions in language learning. What value is there in including videos in our teaching? How do interactive videos help c...

DIESOL 040 - Self-Driven Student Learning with Luna from 2021-04-19T10:00

Teachers can talk all day long about what's working and what's not working, but it's important that we hear directly from students to hear what's engaging them and how they learn on their own. T...

DIESOL 039 - Reading from 2021-04-05T10:00

While reading is a huge topic with too many areas to give justice in just 40 minutes, Brent & Ixchell take a first swing at it here. A look at a little bit of research on L2 reading strategies, ...

DIESOL 038 - Drinks with DIESOL: March 2021 from 2021-03-29T10:00

WARNING: <> silliness ahead!

On 5th Mondays, we open up the floodgates to the #DIESOLcrew for games, trivia, and drinks. Hair down, feet up, manners out. 

This time we d...

DIESOL 037 - EdTech in Elementary ESL with Angela Barnett from 2021-03-15T10:00

Many of our interviews have been with instructors of adult learners, so this time around we are fortunate to sit down with Angela Barnett (@MrsBarnett_tchr), third-grade teacher, and educator fo...

DIESOL 036 - Digital Portfolios for English Language Learners from 2021-03-01T11:00

In an age of unparalleled stress around high-stakes testing from home and proctoring problems across the globe, digital portfolios can offer students a better way to show the depth and breadth o...

DIESOL 035 - Humanizing Online Education with Dayamudra Dennehy from 2021-02-15T11:00

Dayamudra Dennehy shares insights on how to create a friendly and accepting online community with your English Language Learning Students. From creating a liquid syllabus that's open before clas...

DIESOL 034 - Punctuation! from 2021-02-01T11:00

Punctuation causes all sorts of disagreements among native English speakers, and despite seemingly straightforward rules, there are always exceptions, variations, an...

DIESOL 033 - Dustin Staats from Board Gaming with Education from 2021-01-18T11:00

We sit down with Dustin from Board Gaming with Education to talk about understanding and using board games, both physically and digitally to help engage students. Dustin shares ideas on games an...

DIESOL 032 - 21 Tools for 2021 from 2021-01-04T11:00

We made it to 2021! Congratulations on making it through, and we're excited to shake off "that year" and explore some more fun with twenty twenty-one! The truth is t...

DIESOL 031 - Matt Miller from 2020-12-21T11:00

Matt Miller joins us to give a positive ending to a trying year! Listen in as he shares how he transitioned from being a textbook-dependent teacher to an innovative educator in his language clas...

DIESOL 030 - ISTE Standards in ESOL from 2020-12-07T11:00

We've spent two episodes looking at the TESOL Technology standards and in our final installment of this series we explore the ISTE standards. Why is it important to look at the ISTE Standards wh...

DIESOL 029 - Zoom Games with Robert Jonte from 2020-11-16T11:00

In this episode we meet up with ESL Instructor, Robert Jonte, to discuss several games that translate well into Zoom! He discusses how to recreate classic favorites as Zoom versions; best of all...

DIESOL 028 - Understanding Tech Standards for ELLs from 2020-11-02T11:00

In the second installment of a three-part series, we take time to discuss understanding technology standards for ELLs. Why is it important to have a plan when introducing students to technology?...

DIESOL 027 - How to Use Breakout Rooms w/ Savyonne Steindler from 2020-10-19T10:00

Breakout rooms are a great way to get your students communicating, and they're more likely to share and practice in small groups, but you can't just send them away and hope that it will work. In...

DIESOL 026 - How to Evaluate and Choose EdTech for the ESOL Classroom from 2020-10-05T10:00

With the COVID rush to teach from home and meet the needs of our students, we’ve been pushed to sample all sorts of tech tools. This urgency has exposed us to testing a plethora of educational t...

DIESOL 025 - Interview with Weina Li Chen from 2020-09-21T10:00

Weina Li Chen is a Visiting Instructor of the MA in TESOL program at Pepperdine University and teaches MA TESOL candidates, MS in Educational Leadership, and Learning Design and Innovation. She ...

DIESOL 024 - Verb Tenses from 2020-09-07T10:00

What are some of the challenges students face when learning verb tenses? In what order should teachers present the tenses? In this episode, we explore what some experts in the field recommend an...

DIESOL 023 - Drinks w/ DIESOL - August 2020 from 2020-08-31T10:00

School has started and we already need something to take our mind off of things! On Fifth Mondays we join up for an informal get-together with the #DIESOLcrew - including you! Join Brent & Ixche...

DIESOL 022 - Flipgrid for ELLs w/ Ann Kozma&Luis Oliveira from 2020-08-17T10:00

Flipgrid has recently launched a whole new roll-out, just in time for the 2020 school year, when many of us are still working to figure out better online engagement. 

Ixchell & Brent chat...

DIESOL 021 - HBD DIESOL&Adobe Spark for ESOL from 2020-08-03T10:00

Today we celebrate DIESOL's first birthday! Brent & Ixchell spend time reflecting on the minor and major changes that have happened over the last year. Then they take a look at Adobe Spark and w...

DIESOL 020 - Jon Corippo on Eduprotocols in ESL from 2020-07-20T10:00

How can we set up constantly engaging structures for our students to work with, without boring them to death? Jon Corippo joins us to share how Eduprotocols can be used for low/no prep activitie...

DIESOL 019 - Updating Your ELT Resume from 2020-07-06T10:00

A lot of teachers aren't aware that they are struggling to make a good resume or CV, and this is as true in TESOL as it is anywhere. Due to the massive changes happening in education, having a w...

DIESOL 018 - Drinks w/ DIESOL - June 2020 from 2020-06-29T10:00

Every once in a while there's a 5th Monday of the month, so we've decided to invite listeners in for some time to kick back and have fun! This is our first ever Drinks with DIESOL featuring educ...

DIESOL 017 - Whiteness&Racism in English Language Teaching with JPB Gerald from 2020-06-15T10:00

In this episode we are not talking about technology in the classroom, but rather looking at how our field is involved with the bigger national conversation around racism, whiteness, and how TESO...

Black Lives Matter from 2020-06-02T00:38:31

Not an episode, just a plea to listen to the voices of Black Americans right now, and a couple of resources if you don't know where to start. 

DIESOL 016 - Culturally Responsive Teaching with Dr. Mary Patton from 2020-05-18T10:00

Ixchell & Brent talk culturally responsive teaching and literature with Dr. Mary Patton, Professor of ESOL at El Centro Community College in Dallas, and President of TEXTESOL V. This discussion ...

DIESOL 015 - Encouraging Independent Learning During The Pandemic from 2020-05-04T10:00

To avoid Summer Learning Loss, we can encourage our students with some useful ways to keep their language acquisition skills up even when they aren't in class. This episode covers why this is im...

DIESOL 014 - Interview with Judie Haynes from 2020-04-20T10:00

Judie Haynes, co-founder and facilitator of #ELLchat, TESOL columnist, and author of several ESL Books including Teaching...