Episode 015: A Slogan is Born - a podcast by Stephanie Axe and Jean Dempsey

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Show Notes: The Minimal Pair
Title:A Slogan is Born
Episode no: 015
Date: Recorded on 8/12/14

Topics in Language Learning
Always “on”
  1. What do we mean by “on”?
  2. When is it hard to be “on”?
  3. How do we stay “on” in challenging situations?
  • Take a deep breath!
  • Set the timer
  • Fake it ‘til you make it
  • Remember, you’re human
  • Call in reinforcements
  • Don’t be afraid to say no
[17:20]

Methodology
Breathing new life into a course
  1. Why is it necessary?
  2. How do you know it’s time?
  3. What should you do?
  4. What should younotdo?
  5. Did it work?

[28:10]

Adjunct Antics…
Getting ready for a new semester
  1. Coordinating your schedule
  2. Waiting for classes to “make”
  3. Last minute changes
  4. Creating a syllabus/schedule
  5. Gathering materials
  6. Getting familiar with new systems/schools

SHOUT OUTS: Program coordinators and department secretaries…and adjuncts, of course!! Especially to Julie Heyer, for her cheerful disposition, positive attitude, and suggesting our slogan “keep it minimal.”






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