This is a podcast for teachers by teachers -- Anabel Reis Alves from Centro Britânico do Alto Minho (Viana do Castelo, Portugal) teams up with Shawn Severson f...
Session 2 - Episode 4 - Picture books in language education with Sandie Mourão
What if picture books were more than just stories for young learners? In this episode, we sit down with Sandie Mourão, a passionate advocate for picture books in language education.Her lifelong dedication to this field grew from a genuine need—one that led to the creation of the APPInep SIG, a special interest group that recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. Along the way, she launched a blog, collaborated on numerous projects, and took part in initiatives that have had a lasting impact on English language teaching. Far from being limited to pre-primary and primary students, picture books are an invaluable resource for secondary learners and even adults. They promote visual thinking, critical literacy, and intercultural awareness, making them a powerful tool to explore complex themes—including taboo topics often avoided in course books (PARSNIP topics). Sandie shares insights from her pioneering projects, including:🔗Sandie’s Blog: Picture Books in ELT📚 PEPELT – Picture Books inPrimary English Language Teachinghttps://www.facebook.com/PEPELT21🌍 ICEPELL – InterculturalCitizenship Education through Picture books in Early English Language Learning, an award-winning initiative that has transformed teaching practices acrossEurope.https://icepell.eu/ICEPELL was recognized with the European Language Label in 2022, and in November 2024, its OpenAccess Resources won the prestigious ELTons Award for Innovation in Teacher Resources, also receiving a commendation for its young learner courses and materials.We also talk about ICEKITS, a resource that helps teachers structure effective read-aloud sessions and expand them into intercultural projects through Taking Action activities.And of course, Sandie doesn’t just talk theory—she shares practical ideas, specific book recommendations, and creative strategies to bring picture books to life in your classroom.Want to find out which books and techniques could transform your teaching? Tune in now! 🎧✨📖Discover the Words and Pictures Online Library created by Gail Ellis and Tatia Gruenbaum: www.wordsandpictureslibrary.com
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Session 2 - Episode 3 - Storytelling
In this episode, we dive into the power of storytelling in language teaching. We explore the key elements of storytelling and discuss how it can be an engaging tool not just for primary learners but especially for secondary students, who have more language to create and share their own stories.Stories are a fantastic way to develop listening, speaking, and writing skills, making language learning more meaningful and memorable. We also share practical classroom ideas to help you bring storytelling to life with your students.There’s bound to be at least one idea that sparks your interest—why not give it a try? And if you do, we’d love to hear about your experience! 🎙️✨
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Season 2 - Episode 2 - A Talk with Carlos Lindade about AI in Education 🎙️🤖
In this episode we have a special guest joining us, Carlos Lindade. 🤖📚 Carlos is here to help us navigate the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence. If you’ve been hesitant about incorporating AI into your teaching practice, this episode is for you. 🛠️💡
Carlos will share practical tips to get started with AI and how to use it effectively in the classroom. From user-friendly apps like Suno and Magic School to AI tools to save time on repetitive paperwork, there’s something for everyone to take away. 🖥️✅
But it’s not just about convenience. We also explore how AI can help your students develop a critical eye, encouraging them to question, analyze, and engage with content in more meaningful ways. 🧠🔍
So, grab your headphones 🎧 and get ready to be inspired. Let’s dive in! 🚀
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Season 2 - Episode 1 - Back in Action: Apps, Ideas, and Exciting News! 🎉🎙️
After a rocky start to the school year, Anabel and Shawn are back in action—and more energized than ever! In this exciting episode, they reveal the details of an upcoming event you won’t want to miss. To keep things fresh, they spotlight two fantastic apps every teacher should know about—because, sometimes, you need a little something just for yourself! Stick around until the end, where they share two inspiring teaching ideas: one tailored for primary teachers and the other perfect for secondary classrooms. 🎙️✨📚
Elevate - https://elevateapp.com
Balance - https://balanceapp.com
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APPI Talks Episode 6 - Interview with Aleksandra "Alex" Popovski - Graphic Novels in the ESL Classroom
🎙️ Podcast Announcement: Engaging the Classroom with Graphic Novels!
Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we dive into the world of graphic novels and their powerful impact on classroom learning. 📚✨
Graphic novels, combining visual art with written text, have gained significant recognition and popularity. These engaging tools can boost both reading and writing skills, particularly for reluctant readers and visually oriented learners.
Our guest today – Alex Popovski – will give us a few tips on how we can effectively incorporate graphic novels into our curriculum, transforming the way students interact with literature.
Alex, who is also the current president of IATEFL,
will also give us some information on the upcoming annual conference in 2025 which will take place in Scotland.
Stay tuned, and discover how graphic novels can revolutionize your teaching methods and enhance your students' learning experience.
🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!
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This is a podcast for teachers by teachers -- Anabel Reis Alves from Centro Britânico do Alto Minho (Viana do Castelo, Portugal) teams up with Shawn Severson from International House Porto (Porto, Portugal) in conjunction with APPI (Associação Portuguesa de Professores de Inglês) to "talk" about teaching, share ideas for classroom dynamics and professional development.
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