The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast

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• E85 - Summer Reading List 2026: Books That Challenge How We See the World, Teaching, and Ourselves 19.06.2026 43min

  On our second ✨annual✨ summer reading list, we explore a curated selection of memoirs, nonfiction, and fiction that have shaped how we think about identity, belonging, error, and what it means to be human. This year's picks lean heavily into nonfiction and memoir, reflecting a shared desire to understand the systems, stories, and inner critics that shape us and our students. Books discussed include:🏪 Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner🗣️ My Broken Language by Quiara Alegría Hudes🌎 How to Hide an Empire by Daniel Immerwahr🛂 Conditional Citizens by Laila Lalami😵 Being Wrong by Kathryn Schulz🫶 How to Be Enough by Ellen Hendriksen🚪 Exit West by Mohsin Hamid,🍜 Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz👽 The Humans by Matt Haig Anna and Shé discuss how each book has shifted their worldview, their teaching, and their understanding of themselves, and offer practical ideas for bringing these texts into classrooms, book clubs, and professional development.Watch this video episode now on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🎥Related Teacher Think-Aloud episodes:E 70 - Summer Reading Special: Stories That Cross BordersE 81 - The Monolingual Bias: Advocacy for English Language Teachers (with Lilian Ardell)E 66 - “Being a native speaker isn’t a qualification” (with Meri Maroutian)💡 Reflect with us: Which cultural assumptions did your last great read challenge for you?What question did your last great read leave you with?How might you bring one of these texts — even just an excerpt — into your classroom or professional development?🎧 SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Ellii, one of the world’s leading content libraries for English language teachers. Looking for ready-made lessons that get students talking? Visit Ellii.com.Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters00:00 Sponsor Ellii00:18 Podcast Partners00:47 Sandman Stories Promo02:06 Summer Reading Returns03:23 Why These Books05:02 Crying in H Mart07:43 My Broken Language12:21 How to Hide Empire16:21 Conditional Citizens20:48 Exit West Magic Doors23:38 Empathy for Refugees24:32 Two Book Pivot25:05 Being Wrong Explained27:18 How to Be Enough28:54 Teachers Need Both31:19 Automatic Noodle Robots32:37 Robot Rights Debates34:39 The Humans Alien Lens36:38 Language Learning Vulnerability38:23 Wrap Up and Takeaways39:47 Classroom Uses and Prompts41:23 Reflective Questions Finale42:14 Book Club and Goodbye#SummerReadingList #BooksForTeachers #ELTBookClub #TeacherReads #CulturalIdentity #LanguageAndIdentity #MemoirReading #CriticalLiteracy #ELT #TESOL #TEFL #ESLteachers #EFLteachers #LanguageTeaching #StudentCenteredLearning #MeaningfulCommunication #TeacherThinkAloud #ELTPodcast #TeacherDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #ReflectivePractice #ReflectiveTeaching #TeacherEducation #TeacherPD #GlobalELT
• E84 - AI in ELT: Building Critical AI Literacy and Leading with Pedagogy (with Rachel Toncelli & Ilka Kostka) 29.05.2026 50min

  This episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, hosted by Anna and Shé, features Northeastern University educators Rachel Toncelli and Ilka Kostka, co-authors of Artificial Intelligence, Real Teaching: A Guide to AI in ELT, discussing practical and pedagogical approaches to AI in English language teaching. They address common misconceptions, including fears that AI will replace language learning, and argue that language remains essential for human connection, cultural nuance, and intercultural competence. Rachel and Ilka explain why banning AI doesn’t work and emphasize transparency, ongoing classroom dialogue, and using AI as a teaching challenge by having students critically analyze AI output, translations, and AI-generated emails. They also share a 10-category framework for evaluating AI tools based on alignment with learning goals, usability, feedback, bias, privacy, cost, and scalability, and encourage teachers to take small, collaborative, hands-on steps to build AI literacy.📚Artificial Intelligence, Real Teaching: A Guide to AI in ELTRelated Teacher Think-Aloud episodes:E 75 - Generative AI in Education: A Teacher’s Guide (with Sara Davila)E 51 - 2024 Friends of the Podcast: AI in ELTE 48 - Bring your teaching alive with ChatGPT (with Jeff McIlvenna)💡 Reflect with us: How are you navigating AI use in your classroom? What tips or tricks for implementation do you have to share with teachers trying to do the same?🎧 SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Ellii, one of the world’s leading content libraries for English language teachers. Looking for ready-made lessons that get students talking? Visit Ellii.com.Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters00:00 Sponsor Message00:18 Podcast Partners01:50 AI in ELT Setup04:34 Meet the Guests05:41 Bookish Icebreaker08:42 Why They Wrote It15:17 Collaboration Matters17:37 Misconception Language Ends25:50 Teacher Fears and Integrity27:57 In-Class AI Literacy30:43 Protecting Student Voice32:48 Show Don’t Tell Activities33:37 Email Etiquette Pitfalls35:08 AI As Communication Bridge36:54 Tool Evaluation Framework38:34 Ten Criteria Checklist42:42 Start Small With AI44:01 Hands On Tool Exploration47:32 Mindset Over Interface49:21 Book Clubs And Community52:06 Hosts Reflect And Reframe55:06 Listener Call To Action55:46 Closing Farewell#AIinELT #ArtificialIntelligenceRealTeaching #AIinLanguageTeaching #CriticalAILiteracy #AIforTeachers #EdTech #ELT #TESOL #TEFL #ESLteachers #EFLteachers #LanguageTeaching #StudentCenteredLearning #MeaningfulCommunication #TeacherThinkAloud #ELTPodcast #TeacherDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #ReflectivePractice #ReflectiveTeaching #TeacherEducation #TeacherPD #ClassroomPractice #AILiteracy #EnglishTeachers #GlobalELT
• E83 – Task-Based Language Teaching: Moving from Tasks to Transformation (with Dr. Linh Phung) 08.05.2026 42min

  In this episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, Shé and Anna are joined by Dr. Linh Phung, decorated language educator, researcher, innovator, and the creator of Eduling app, to explore the principles and practical applications of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT), an approach that shifts the focus from isolated language practice to meaningful, goal-oriented communication. Together, they unpack what truly makes a task “task-based,” challenge common misconceptions, and highlight how TBLT creates more authentic, engaging, and learner-centered classroom experiences.Rather than treating language as the end goal, this episode reframes language as a tool for achieving outcomes—encouraging learners to solve problems, negotiate meaning, and communicate with purpose. From designing effective tasks to structuring a full task cycle, the conversation offers both clarity and practical strategies for teachers looking to move beyond traditional models and into more meaningful language use.📚 Resources Mentioned in the EpisodeEduling AppRelated Teacher Think-Aloud episodes:Episode 82 - Grammar That Sticks: The NUFU FrameworkEpisode 76 - Unpacking the Lexical Approach with Erin O’Byrne💡 Reflect with us:Have you tried TBLT in your classroom? What shifted for you when you started planning around tasks instead of grammar points?🎧 SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Ellii, one of the world’s leading content libraries for English language teachers. Looking for ready-made lessons that get students talking? Visit Ellii.com.Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters00:00 Sponsor Message00:17 Podcast Partners Plug00:57 Welcome and Episode Setup02:04 Meet Dr Linh Phung03:31 Icebreaker Guilty Pleasures05:09 What Is TBLT06:18 SLA Foundations of TBLT10:02 What Counts as a Task12:42 Planning and Assessing Tasks17:26 Focus on Form in TBLT20:55 Why Drills Fail Beginners22:03 Adapting TBLT to Contexts22:13 Adapting TBLT Constraints22:31 Input First for Beginners23:39 One Way Two Way Tasks24:57 Exam Pressure and Research26:45 Participation Norms Buy In27:58 Minimum Viable TBLT28:40 Authentic Materials and Creativity31:13 Learner Generated Tasks32:38 Eduling App and AI Tasks35:31 Courses: IELTS and Pronunciation38:22 Frameworks Nesting Wrap Up40:00 Final Listener Call to Action#TaskBasedLearning #TBLT #CommunicativeLanguageTeaching #ELT #TESOL #TEFL #ESLteachers #EFLteachers #LanguageTeaching #StudentCenteredLearning #MeaningfulCommunication #TeacherThinkAloud #ELTPodcast #TeacherDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #ReflectivePractice #ReflectiveTeaching #TeacherEducation #TeacherPD #ClassroomPractice #LessonDesign #ActiveLearning #LanguageLearning #EnglishTeachers #GlobalELT
• E82 – Grammar That Sticks: The NUFU Framework (with Audrea Gold) 17.04.2026 43min

  In this episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, Shé and Anna are joined by ESL teacher and founder of The ESL Grammar Gallery Audrea Gold to explore a refreshingly practical and research-informed approach to grammar instruction: the NUFU framework—Noticing, Understanding, Forming, and Using.Moving beyond traditional rule-based instruction, Audrea reframes grammar as a meaning-making tool rather than a set of isolated structures to memorize. Together, the conversation unpacks how teachers can design lessons that help learners engage with grammar more deeply, retain it longer, and—most importantly—use it with confidence in real communication.📚 Resources Mentioned in the EpisodeThe ESL Grammar GalleryRelated Teacher Think-Aloud episodes:Episode 76 - Unpacking the Lexical Approach with Erin O’Byrne💡 Reflect with us:At which stage of NUFU do your students tend to struggle most—and why?What’s one small shift you could make this week to move from rule-based teaching to meaning-based grammar instruction?🎧 SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Ellii, one of the world’s leading content libraries for English language teachers. Looking for ready-made lessons that get students talking? Visit Ellii.com.Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters00:00 Grammar Episode Kickoff02:02 Meet Audrea Gold03:23 Teacher Ritual Icebreaker04:38 NUFU Framework Overview07:33 Why Inductive Grammar Works08:47 Noticing Stage In Action10:20 Devil Wears Prada Hook12:31 Noticing Techniques And Debrief17:34 Understanding Phase Setup18:16 Explaining Meaning Use Form20:58 Reducing Teacher Talk Time21:34 Student Ownership Mindset22:41 Forming Stage Overview23:31 Reverse Handholding Sequence23:57 Unscramble Sentence Drills25:42 Framework Fill Scaffolds27:10 Remove the Guardrails30:01 Using Phase Real Practice31:11 Conversation and Task Activities32:56 Writing Prompts Presentations36:29 Shy Students Confidence37:49 Why Communication Matters39:46 ESL Grammar Gallery Plug42:37 Final Wrap and Call In#GrammarTeaching #NUFUframework #ELT #TESOL #TEFL #ESLteachers #EFLteachers #LanguageTeaching #GrammarInstruction #CommunicativeGrammar #TeachingGrammar #SecondLanguageAcquisition #AppliedLinguistics #TeacherThinkAloud #ELTPodcast #TeacherDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #ReflectivePractice #ReflectiveTeaching #TeacherEducation #TeacherPD #ClassroomPractice #LessonDesign #StudentCenteredLearning #LanguageLearning #EnglishTeachers #GlobalELT
• 5 for 5 - E66 Relaunch - “Being a native speaker isn’t a qualification" (with Meri Maroutian) 01.04.2026 47min

  As we celebrate five years of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, we’re revisiting some of the conversations that have most shaped our thinking—and, we hope, yours. These episodes reflect the heart of our work: thoughtful dialogue, reflective practice, professional growth, and courageous conversations about what it truly means to teach English in a complex, evolving world.Whether you’re listening for the first time or returning with new classroom experiences behind you, we invite you to engage with this episode through fresh eyes. Notice what resonates differently. Consider how your thinking has evolved. Reflection is not a destination—it’s an ongoing practice. Thank you for being part of this community for the past five years. Here’s to the next chapter of thinking aloud together.----In this episode, we dive into the pervasive issue of native speakerism in English Language Teaching with educator and advocate Meri Maroutian.Meri shares her journey into the profession, the biases she’s faced, and the reflective, practical tools she now offers to help others tackle this issue—like her three-part masterclass designed to dismantle accent bias and outdated teaching models.We also hear from listeners about how native speakerism has impacted them, and reflect on how all of us—whether classroom teachers, trainers, or administrators—can work toward a more equitable profession.💡 Reflect with us:How do your materials, practices, or hiring processes reinforce or challenge native speaker bias? What steps can you take to prioritize qualifications and intelligibility over perceived nativeness?🎧 Related Resources:Episode 13 - The Delicate Dance of EnglishEpisode 14 - Representation: More than just a stock photoEpisode 17 – The Benefits of Formal TESOL TrainingEpisode 18 – Book Review: Race, Empire, and English Language TeachingE46 - Challenging inequities toward multilingual teachers (with Alex Tang & Carine Saucillo)Meri Maroutian’s Masterclass on Systemic BiasConnect with Meri:Instagram @the_non_native_speakerThenonnativespeaker.comChapters00:00 Podcast Turns Five00:20 Relaunch Episode Spotlight02:04 Sponsor Break02:24 Native Speaker Bias Setup04:00 Meet Meri Maroutian06:25 Music Icebreakers08:25 Defining Native Speakerism11:23 Hiring Bias And Gatekeeping13:47 Credentials And Pay Gaps18:03 Awareness To Action20:37 Where Bias Shows Up21:22 CV Games And Integrity24:39 Accent Bias Goes Viral25:41 English as Lingua Franca27:34 Listener Stories of Bias30:20 Challenging Systemic ELT Bias31:05 Masterclass Part One Accents35:40 Masterclass Part Two Methods36:27 Masterclass Part Three Pronunciation37:52 Rethinking Pronunciation Priorities42:38 Qualifications Over Nativeness45:05 Stakeholder Reflection Wrap Up#NativeSpeakerism #ELTEquity #MultilingualTeachers #GlobalEnglishes #PronunciationMatters #LanguageEducation #ReflectiveTeaching #TeacherThinkAloud
• 5 for 5 - E56 Relaunch - Building a Sustainable PD Practice (with Yulia Kharchenko) 25.03.2026 32min

  As we celebrate five years of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, we’re revisiting some of the conversations that have most shaped our thinking—and, we hope, yours. These episodes reflect the heart of our work: thoughtful dialogue, reflective practice, professional growth, and courageous conversations about what it truly means to teach English in a complex, evolving world.Whether you’re listening for the first time or returning with new classroom experiences behind you, we invite you to engage with this episode through fresh eyes. Notice what resonates differently. Consider how your thinking has evolved. Reflection is not a destination—it’s an ongoing practice. Thank you for being part of this community for the past five years. Here’s to the next chapter of thinking aloud together.----How do you sustain your professional development as an educator? In this episode, guest Yulia Kharchenko shares a framework she and her colleagues have developed to ensure future teachers are prepared for future challenges in the teaching profession… Listen on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts… 🎧 Link in bio.📚Resources:Episode: Building a sustainable PD practice (with Yulia Kharchenko)Article: Reflective Practice for Language Teachers (Farrell, 2018): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fGMtj3Lu7ljdXdKVwSApkGjH843zTztD/view?usp=sharing Article: Reflective practice framework for TESOL teachers: one teacher's reflective journey (Farrell & Kennedy, 2019): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bQmEvIqHauc-fJwIeJJYsGPrLsT0DXBn/view?usp=sharing Article: Reed, M., Kharchenko, Y., & Bodis, A. (forthcoming). Sustainability in English language teacher education: Preparing teachers for an unknown future. In M. Riazi & N.A. Nazari (Eds.), Adaptable English Language Teaching: Reconsidering Established Practices and Frameworks. Routledge.Episode: A Holistic Approach to PD (with Ramin Yazdanpanah)Connect with Yulia on X or LinkedIn!Chapters00:00 Podcast Turns Five00:27 Relaunch Episode Preview01:49 Sponsor Break02:10 Why Ad Hoc PD Fails03:12 Meet Yulia Kharchenko04:36 Icebreaker Many Hats07:08 COVID And Upskilling10:09 Mosaic Mindset For PD11:25 Sustainability Framework14:42 Skill Building Vs Reflection17:31 Skills Within Reflection18:19 Framework For Sustainable PD19:42 Holistic Teacher Life20:55 Meta Reflective PD Design22:40 Adaptive Expertise In Practice23:22 Microteaching With VoiceThread26:06 Peer Feedback And Networks28:01 Ripple Effects On Systems31:24 Closing Reflections And Call#ProfessionalDevelopment #PDforTeachers #PD #ELT #ReflectiveTeaching #TeachEnglish #ReflectivePedagogy #ESL #EFL #Teaching #Education #LoveTeaching #GlobalELT #Teacher #English #LanguageLearning  #ReflectivePractice 
• 5 for 5 - E44 Relaunch - Global citizenship: Opening the view to the possible (with Brantley Turner) 18.03.2026 38min

  As we celebrate five years of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, we’re revisiting some of the conversations that have most shaped our thinking—and, we hope, yours. These episodes reflect the heart of our work: thoughtful dialogue, reflective practice, professional growth, and courageous conversations about what it truly means to teach English in a complex, evolving world.Whether you’re listening for the first time or returning with new classroom experiences behind you, we invite you to engage with this episode through fresh eyes. Notice what resonates differently. Consider how your thinking has evolved. Reflection is not a destination—it’s an ongoing practice. Thank you for being part of this community for the past five years. Here’s to the next chapter of thinking aloud together.----“Global citizenship can happen in our back yard.” 🏠🌏In this episode, Shey and Anna plunge head-first with guest Brantley Turner—East Asia Education Director for Dwight Schools—into what it means to cultivate a global mindset, how to teach it in a culturally responsive way, how to navigate the discomforts of a globally-minded worldview, and much more… Listen now! Questions for reflection:What does global citizenship mean to you? How do you infuse global citizenship into your curriculum?Chapters00:00 Podcast Anniversary Relaunch00:35 Global Citizenship Teaser02:23 Sponsor Message02:57 Meet Brantley Turner04:24 Travel Icebreaker06:10 Founding Dwight Schools08:25 Local Context First08:58 IB Curriculum and Language13:13 Defining Global Citizenship15:45 Empathy Cooperation and Dialogue18:02 Hosts Reflect on Key Quotes19:20 Global Citizenship Anywhere19:56 Hope for Underserved Students23:27 Say Yes to Discomfort26:10 Nontraditional Education Path28:35 Classroom Norms and Safe Dialogue31:42 Storytelling and Role Play36:10 Media Literacy Against Manipulation37:13 Wrap Up and Listener Call#globalcitizenship #culturallyresponsivepedagogy #localtoglobal #global #ib #internationalbaccalaureate #criticalthinking ⁠#ESL⁠⁠ #EFL⁠⁠ #ELT⁠⁠ #ReflectiveTeaching⁠⁠ #TeachEnglish⁠⁠ #ReflectivePedagogy⁠⁠ #ESL⁠⁠ #EFL⁠⁠ #Teaching⁠⁠ #Education⁠⁠ #LoveTeaching⁠⁠ #GlobalELT⁠⁠ #Teacher⁠⁠ #English⁠⁠ #LanguageLearning⁠⁠ #ReflectivePractice⁠
• 5 for 5 - E34 Relaunch - Trauma-sensitive teaching (with Sherry MacKay) 11.03.2026 37min

  As we celebrate five years of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, we’re revisiting some of the conversations that have most shaped our thinking—and, we hope, yours. These episodes reflect the heart of our work: thoughtful dialogue, reflective practice, professional growth, and courageous conversations about what it truly means to teach English in a complex, evolving world.Whether you’re listening for the first time or returning with new classroom experiences behind you, we invite you to engage with this episode through fresh eyes. Notice what resonates differently. Consider how your thinking has evolved. Reflection is not a destination—it’s an ongoing practice. Thank you for being part of this community for the past five years. Here’s to the next chapter of thinking aloud together.---It’s not always easy to recognize #trauma in our students, since everyone responds to trauma differently. In this episode, Shey and Anna speak with guest Sherry MacKay about how to define trauma, how it might appear in our classrooms, and how teachers can be sensitive to students experiencing trauma.References & resourcesDana, Deb. (2020) Polyvagal exercises for safety and connection. W.W. Norton & Company.Mate, D.G. (2018). In the realm of hungry ghosts. Vermilion.Porges, S. W., Porges, S. W., & Porges, S. W. (2011). The polyvagal theory: Neurophysiological foundations of emotions, attachment, communication, and self-regulation. First Edition; the pocket guide to the polyvagal theory: The transformative power of feeling safe. first edition. W.W. Norton & Company.The Polyvagal Theory, Nerd Nite.The Vicarious Trauma Toolkit, Office for Victims of CrimeVan der Kolk, B. A. (2014). The body keeps the score: Brain, mind, and body in the healing of trauma. Viking.Further listening:For a discussion about supporting your students through challenging moments, listen to Episode 6 - “Teaching and PD through the pandemic” and Episode 21 - “Addressing current events in the classroom”Questions for Reflection:How has trauma manifested itself in your classroom? How do you address trauma in the classroom? What recommendations or resources would you suggest for a new teacher?  CHAPTERS00:00 Relaunch Anniversary00:36 Why Trauma Sensitive Teaching02:43 Sponsor Message03:04 Empathy Shapes Perception04:01 Trauma In Every Classroom05:16 Meet Sherry McKay06:37 Icebreaker Souffle Talk07:40 Refugee Wellbeing Project09:34 Building Glocally Connected12:13 ESL with TLC Community13:42 Defining Trauma Clearly15:20 Polyvagal Theory Explained17:31 Trauma Triggers And Learning18:22 Trauma Lives in Body19:18 Spotting Trauma Signs20:46 Beyond Behavior Labels22:37 Teacher Self Care First24:29 Safe Space or Direct Talk30:11 Not Therapists Still Healing32:40 Grounding Tools in Class34:42 Movement as Takeaway35:27 Resources and Farewell#trauma #Trauma-SensitiveTeaching #ELT #ReflectiveTeaching #TeachEnglish #ReflectivePedagogy #ESL #EFL #Teaching #Education #LoveTeaching #GlobalELT #Teacher #English #LanguageLearning  #ReflectivePractice
• 5 for 5 - E14 Relaunch - Representation: More than just a stock photo 04.03.2026 28min

  As we celebrate five years of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, we’re revisiting some of the conversations that have most shaped our thinking—and, we hope, yours. These episodes reflect the heart of our work: thoughtful dialogue, reflective practice, professional growth, and courageous conversations about what it truly means to teach English in a complex, evolving world.Whether you’re listening for the first time or returning with new classroom experiences behind you, we invite you to engage with this episode through fresh eyes. Notice what resonates differently. Consider how your thinking has evolved. Reflection is not a destination—it’s an ongoing practice. Thank you for being part of this community for the past five years. Here’s to the next chapter of thinking aloud together.---In this episode, we revisit a powerful conversation about representation in the English language classroom and why it must go far beyond stock photos or surface-level diversity efforts. Drawing on scholarship, classroom practice, and honest reflection, we examine how curriculum choices, texts, and classroom narratives can either reinforce dominant perspectives or intentionally expand whose voices are heard. From identity mapping activities to interrogating the “single story,” this episode challenges educators to consider how power operates through materials, language, and syllabus design—and what it means to teach English in ways that affirm, humanize, and accurately represent the diverse students sitting in front of us.Episode ResourcesAdichie, C. N. (2009, July). The Danger of a Single Story. Ted.com. Gerald, J.P.G. (2020). Decoding and decentering whiteness in the ELT classroom. IATEFL YLTSIG Annual Web Conference.Gerald, J.P.B. (2021). On the Inherently Colonial Structure of Language Education, with Gabriella Licata. Unstandardized English Podcast (S3E4).Gerald, J.P.G. (2020). Worth the Risk: Towards Decentring Whiteness in English Language Teaching. Hunter College, CUNY.Jewell, T. (2020). This Book Is Anti-Racist: 20 Lessons on How to Wake Up, Take Action, and Do the Work. Frances Lincoln Children's Books. ‌Motha, S. (2014). Race, Empire, and English Language Learning. Teachers College Press.Teaching Strategy: Identity Charts | Facing HistoryExample Identity MapWang, R. (2020). Anti-Racist Pedagogy ResourcesWang, R. (2021). Transforming Anti-Racist Ideas Into Practice: The Story of a Teacher Book ClubQuestions for ReflectionAs language educators, we want to make sure we’re representing more than just our own experience in the materials we present in the classroom. How do you go about incorporating diverse voices and realities in your curriculum?What strategies do you use to ensure that diversity is represented in your classroom? CHAPTERS00:00 Podcast Turns Five00:54 Relaunch Episode Theme02:31 Sponsor Message02:52 Thanksgiving Myth vs History05:25 Why Representation Matters06:42 Privilege and Scope08:37 Minoritized Groups in Class11:44 Creating Space for Stories13:52 Identity Mapping Activities15:53 Avoiding Tokenism18:28 Curriculum and Single Story20:31 Beyond Stock Photo DEI24:33 Syllabus as Power Tool27:22 Call to Action and Wrap#TeacherThinkAloud #ELTPodcast #RepresentationMatters #EquityInEducation #AntiRacistPedagogy #DecolonizingELT #InclusiveTeaching #CulturallyResponsiveTeaching #TESOL #ESL #ESOL #ELT #TEFL #ESLteachers #EFLteachers #LanguageTeaching #TeacherReflection #ReflectivePractice #TeacherDevelopment #CriticalPedagogy #EducationEquity #DiversityInEducation #TeacherGrowth #GlobalELT #TeachingEnglish #IdentityInTheClassroom
• E81 – The Monolingual Bias: Advocacy for English Language Teachers (with Lillian Ardell) 13.02.2026 42min

  In this episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, co-hosts Shé and Anna sit down with Dr. Lillian Ardell—founder of Language Matters—for a timely and deeply reflective conversation about monolingual bias and how it shapes English language education around the world. Together, they unpack how the assumption that English should dominate learning environments shows up in policies, classroom practices, assessment, and even well-intentioned instructional decisions.Rather than framing monolingual bias as an abstract concept, this conversation names how it operates in real contexts—and why it persists even in institutions that claim to support multilingualism. The episode invites educators to rethink whose language practices are valued, whose are marginalized, and how teachers can act with intention and integrity within complex systems.📚 Resources Mentioned in the EpisodeLanguage Matters (Dr. Ardell’s work and advocacy platform)Disrupting the Monolingual Bias: A Framework for Teacher Advocacy (Dr. Ardell’s book)Related Teacher Think-Aloud episodes:Episode 53 - Teachers as Advocates: You can do it too! 💡 Reflect with us:Where do you see monolingual bias showing up in your teaching context or institution?What classroom or institutional practices unintentionally reinforce English-only norms?What might quiet, everyday advocacy look like in your role?How can honoring students’ full linguistic repertoires strengthen learning rather than “distract” from it?This episode is sponsored by Ellii, one of the world’s leading content libraries for English language teachers. Looking for ready-made lessons that get students talking? Visit Ellii.com. Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:30 Welcome to the Teacher Think Aloud Podcast00:42 Introducing the Topic: Monolingual Bias02:19 Guest Introduction: Dr. Lillian Ardell02:22 Dr. Ardell's Background and Work05:32 The Monolingual Bias in Education13:43 Common Classroom Manifestations of Monolingual Bias18:00 Advocacy and Overcoming Monolingual Bias18:31 Dr. Ardell's Upcoming Book and Advocacy Framework25:23 Teacher Advocacy in Practice29:24 Self-Care and Resistance Capital34:32 Final Thoughts and Reflections40:37 Conclusion and Call to Action
• E80 – Algorithms, Echo Chambers, and Critical Thinking in the English Language Classroom (with Andrea Collados) 23.01.2026 31min

  In this episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, Shé and Anna are joined by global educator and ESL teacher Andrea Collados for a timely and deeply reflective conversation about algorithms, echo chambers, and the urgent role of critical thinking in English language teaching. Together, they unpack how algorithm-driven media environments shape what our students see, believe, and share—and why the English language classroom may be one of the last spaces where learners can slow down, question information, and encounter perspectives beyond their digital bubbles.Rather than framing technology as something to reject, this episode invites teachers to interrogate it thoughtfully. Andrea shares classroom-ready ideas for embedding critical thinking into everyday lessons without overwhelming teachers or students, reminding us that language is not neutral—and that teaching English today means teaching discernment, empathy, and media literacy alongside grammar and vocabulary.📚 Resources Mentioned in the EpisodeThe Social Dilemma (Documentary)Teaching Critical Thinking by bell hooks1984 by George OrwellBrave New World by Aldous HuxleyThe Truman Show (Film)Related Teacher Think-Aloud episodes:Episode 39 - Media Literacy 101: Bias and perspective-takingEpisode 41 - Media Literacy 102: Misinformation, propaganda, and conspiracy theories… oh my!Episode 24 - Like. Share. Post.💡 Reflect with us:How do algorithms shape the information you consume—and trust—on a daily basis?What’s one small shift you could make to encourage more critical questioning in your lessons this week?How can empathy deepen critical thinking in language learning?🎧 SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Ellii, one of the world’s leading content libraries for English language teachers. Looking for ready-made lessons that get students talking? Visit Ellii.com. Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:29 Welcome to the Teacher Think Aloud Podcast00:44 Critical Thinking and Algorithms01:52 Introducing Our Guest: Andrea Collados02:30 Icebreaker: Trusting Algorithms vs. Colleagues03:36 The Role of Educators in Critical Thinking05:50 Media Literacy and Bias13:50 The Impact of Algorithms on Student Thinking16:37 The Impact of Fake News17:23 The Role of Critical Thinking in Education18:54 Incorporating Critical Thinking in the Classroom19:48 Practical Activities for Critical Thinking24:32 Understanding Misinformation and Disinformation26:18 Empathy and Critical Thinking28:46 Resources and Recommendations30:38 Conclusion and Reflections
• E79 — 2026 Friends of the Podcast: Back to Basics 02.01.2026 25min

  On this episode, co-hosts Shé and Anna take us back to the roots of the podcast: reflection. The episode integrates the voices of teachers around the world, who reflect on their teaching goals for the new year—from addressing student motivation and needs assessments to integrating AI tools and promoting trauma-informed teaching. Each contributor offers a unique insight, making this episode a treasure trove of practical advice and inspiration for educators seeking to enhance their teaching practice in 2026. Happy New Year and happy teaching!💡 Reflect with us: What are your teaching goals for 2026? Leave us a comment!🎧 Further listening: E7 – Building Rapport on Day 1 E73 – Foundations of Reflective Practice, with the DIESOL PodE78 – Training the Trainers, with Tabitha Kidwell 2024 Friends of the Podcast: AI in ELT E34 – Trauma-sensitive teaching, with Sherry MacKay 🎙 This episode is sponsored by Ellii Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters:00:00 Sponsor Message from Ellii00:57 Introduction to the Episode01:27 Reflective Practice and Voice Memos02:39 Michelle Land on Individualizing Lessons for SLIFE Students04:30 Lauren Johnson on Needs Assessments in Business Tutoring08:06 Andrea's Mission: Lifelong Learning and AI Integration10:31 Stephanie Hanson on Teaching with AI12:08 Tabitha Kidwell on Supporting Full Class Discussions13:58 Luz María Parra on Student Motivation in K-12 Classrooms16:03 Sherry MacKay on Trauma-Informed Teaching17:32 Lorena Ojeda on Mindfulness and Universal Design for Learning21:06 Lewis on Lesson Planning Post-Master's22:48 Joel Tillman on Building a Resource Library24:45 Conclusion and Listener Engagement#TeacherThinkAloud #TeachingGoals #NewYearsReflection #ReflectivePractice #TeacherGrowth #AIinEducation #TraumaInformedTeaching #SLIFEstudents #NeedsAssessment #UDL #MindfulnessInTeaching y #LessonPlanning #ELTcommunity #TESOL #EFLteachers #ESLteachers #ReflectivePractice #Reflection #GoalSetting 
• E78 — Training the Trainers: Building the Next Generation of Teacher Educators (with Tabitha Kidwell) 05.12.2025 31min

  In this episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, Shé and Anna interview Tabitha Kidwell, an esteemed teacher educator, about her research on the preparation and professional development of teacher trainers. The conversation explores various models and approaches for teacher training, the need for formalized support, and the essential skill sets for effective teacher training. The episode also emphasizes the importance of ongoing professional development and the role of professional learning communities in supporting teacher trainers.This episode is a must-listen for anyone leading—or aspiring to lead—professional learning in ELT. Gain insight into how intentional mentorship, structured preparation, and reflective networks can transform teacher development for the better.💡 Reflect with us:What skills or mindsets do new teacher trainers need most?How can institutions better prepare and mentor those who facilitate PD?What forms of teacher learning—beyond workshops—have most influenced your own practice?Contribute to our 2026 Friends of the Podcast episode!🧰 Resources & Tools:I Shouldn’t Have to Fumble My Way Around: Supporting TESOL Teacher Educators Kidwell, T. (2021). Train-the-Trainer Course by TESOL International AssociationThe benefits of formal TESOL training🎙 This episode is sponsored by Ellii: Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:13 Welcome to the Teacher Think Aloud Podcast01:26 Today's Topic: Training Teachers02:43 Meet Tabitha Kidwell03:35 Tabitha's Academic Pet Peeves05:33 Discussing Tabitha's Study08:21 Study Design and Methodology10:43 Central Findings and Reflections13:55 The Importance of Structured Support in TESOL14:38 Essential Skills for Teacher Trainers16:22 Formal Preparation and Induction Programs20:58 Alternative Forms of Teacher Training27:33 Institutional Support for Teacher Educators31:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts#TeacherTraining #TrainingOfTrainers #ELTPodcast #TESOL #TeacherEducators #ProfessionalDevelopment #ReflectivePractice #TeacherThinkAloud #TeacherGrowth #ELTcommunity #EdChat #TeacherPD #MentorshipInELT #TESOLTraining #GlobalEd #TeacherAgency #EFLteachers #ESLteachers
• E77 - Ellii Dilemmas: Sparking Real Dialogue in the ELT Classroom (with Ben Buckwold & Tara Benwell) 14.11.2025 23min

  In this lively episode, Shé sits down with Ben Buckwold (Founder & CEO of Ellii) and Tara Benwell (VP of Publishing at Ellii) to explore the story behind one of Ellii’s most creative classroom tools: Ellii Dilemmas. The discussion centers on Ellii’s newly introduced interactive classroom tool designed to foster critical thinking and discussion among students. Listeners get insights into the development of Ellii Dilemmas, its practical applications in diverse teaching contexts, and the unique features of this tool, including its roots in teacher feedback and informal brainstorming sessions.Tune in and discover how play, curiosity, and compassion can turn classroom conversation into authentic connection.Contribute to our 2026 Friends of the Podcast episode!💡 Reflect with us:How do you create space for genuine dialogue in your classroom?What kinds of dilemmas—ethical, cultural, or social—could spark meaningful language use for your learners?How can teachers balance linguistic goals with the development of empathy and critical thinking?🧰 Resources & Tools:Ellii DilemmasEllii Polls🎙 This episode is sponsored by Ellii Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:12 Welcome to the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast01:23 Meet Ben Buckwold and Tara Benwell from Ellii02:07 The Origin of Ellii Dilemmas04:06 How Ellii Dilemmas Works11:27 Real-Life Examples of Ellii Dilemmas19:44 The Impact of Ellii Dilemmas on Teaching22:13 Conclusion and Free Resources#ElliiDilemmas #ELTPodcast #LanguageTeaching #TeacherThinkAloud #ClassroomDialogue #EdTech #TESOL #EFLteachers #ESLteachers #ReflectivePractice #CriticalThinking #EmpathyInEducation #EdTechInnovation #GlobalEd #TeacherGrowth #ELTchat #EdChat
• E76 - Unpacking the Lexical Approach (with Erin O’Byrne) 24.10.2025 39min

  In this episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, Shé and Anna discuss the importance of the Lexical Approach in teaching English, featuring insights from guest Erin O’Byrne. They explore how focusing on lexical chunks—common phrases and expressions—rather than isolated words or strict grammar rules can enhance both learner autonomy and teacher effectiveness. Erin shares her journey of adopting the Lexical Approach, practical strategies for classroom implementation, and the significance of allowing students to notice and internalize language patterns. 💡 Reflect with us:How often do you teach words in isolation rather than as part of a chunk?What “Matrix moment” have you had in noticing patterns of real-world English?How might creating more space for emergent language shift your classroom dynamic?🧰 Resources & Tools:Contribute to our 2026 Friends of the Podcast episode!Everything EFL Podcast by Erin O’ByrneThe No Nonsense Lexical Toolkit (Erin’s 4-week practical course)Google NGram Books Viewer – for exploring word frequency and corpus dataEduling App - “The hub for task-based teaching and learning” Four Idioms with Tasks with Dr. Linh PhungEnglish Vocabulary with Eduling: Flourish with Dr. Linh Phung🎙 This episode is sponsored by Ellii Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:12 Welcome to the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast01:24 Exploring Teaching Strategies02:32 Introducing the Lexical Approach with Erin O'Byrne03:16 Icebreaker: Favorite English Phrase or Idiom04:40 Teaching Idioms and Cross-Cultural Communication05:14 Corpus Linguistics in Language Teaching09:01 Empowering Teachers and Learners with the Lexical Approach16:19 Embracing the Lexical Approach in Practice18:55 Recognizing Lexical Patterns in Everyday Language19:19 Practical Strategies for Teaching Lexical Chunks20:40 The Importance of Noticing in Language Learning22:22 Reusing Materials for Better Retention22:59 Balancing Receptive and Productive Knowledge28:21 Guiding Teachers to Shift from Rules to Real Language34:30 Introducing the No Nonsense Lexical Toolkit36:50 Building a Supportive Teaching Community37:49 Reflecting on the Lexical Approach#LexicalApproach #ELT #LanguageTeaching #ReflectivePractice #TESOL #TeacherThinkAloud #EFLteachers #TEFL #TeacherDevelopment #EmergentLanguage #Chunking #VocabularyTeaching #EverythingEFL #TeacherGrowth #AppliedLinguistics #ELTCommunity
• E75 - Generative AI in Education: A Teacher’s Guide (with Sara Davila) 03.10.2025 40min

  In this episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, we sit down with Sara Davila, a self-described “learning alchemist,” to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping education. With her trademark mix of research, theory, and classroom pragmatism, Sara takes us on a journey from the evolution of AI and deep learning to the practical ways teachers can use large language models (LLMs) today.Together, we dig into questions educators everywhere are asking: What exactly can AI do for teachers? How can we use it responsibly? And what frameworks can guide us as we experiment and adapt? Sara shares practical applications—from using AI as a personal assistant to update lesson plans, to managing schedules and streamlining teacher workflows. She also addresses the ethics of AI, the role of professional development, and why experimentation and play are essential in this new era.💡 Reflect with us:How do you see AI supporting your role as a teacher?What frameworks of reference do you have in place to ensure effective and ethical implementation?What excites you most—and what worries you most—about AI in education?Where might AI help you reclaim time or energy in your teaching practice?🧰 Resources & Tools:History of AI graphic by Sara DavilaAI Timeline 2022-PresentWhen to Use Predictive AI vs. Generative AIHow AI Chatbots WorkThe Algorithmic Future of Education – Audrey WattersFrom Revolution to Evolution: What Generative AI Really Means for Language Learning (Cambridge)AI and English Language Teaching: Affordances and Challenges (BJET)Using Early LLMs for Corpus Linguistics (ScienceDirect)What We Talk About When We Talk About AI in Education – Audrey Watters🎙 This episode is sponsored by Ellii Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.📚 Chapters:00:00 Sponsor Message01:12 Introduction to the Podcast01:23 Episode Overview04:02 Meet Our Guest: Sarah Davila05:55 Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs)06:23 The Evolution of AI08:07 Deep Learning and Natural Language Processing10:55 Generative AI and Transformers17:29 Recap and Key Concepts20:30 Frameworks for Teachers Using AI21:37 Understanding the Rapid Evolution of AI21:53 Introducing UNESCO's AI Framework for Teachers22:37 Human-Centered AI: The Core Principle23:15 Ethics in AI: Teacher Responsibility26:13 Practical Use Cases for AI in Education28:09 Leveraging AI for Personal and Professional Development34:36 Exploring AI Tools in Microsoft and Google Ecosystems38:41 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Educators#AIinEducation #EdTech #AIforTeachers #TeacherThinkAloud #LanguageTeaching #ReflectivePractice #TESOL #ELT #TEFL #AItools #EdTechInnovation #FutureofEducation #TeacherPD #ESLteachers #DigitalPedagogy #EduAI #ClassroomInnovation #TeacherGrowth #LLM #TeacherReflection #ProfessionalGrowth #TeacherDevelopment #TeacherAgency #ELTcommunity #EFLteachers #ELTchat #TEFLlife #EdChat #TeacherLife #EduGrowth #GlobalEd #TeachersOfInstagram #TeachersOfLinkedIn
• E74 - Foundations of Reflective Practice with the DIESOL Podcast, Part 2 15.09.2025 43min

  In Part 2 of our collaboration with the DIESOL Podcast, we reunite with Brent and Ixchell, this time with our signature Teacher Think-Aloud style, with more narrative and reflective interruptions as we delve into actionable strategies. In this episode, we explore the practical side of reflective pedagogy in English language teaching:How to implement tech tools to enhance reflectionThe balance between spontaneous and intentional reflectionBuilding a sustainable reflective practice that prevents burnoutThis episode is packed with hands-on inspiration and strategies, designed to empower teachers to bring meaningful reflection into their classrooms. 🎧 Join us as we uncover ways to stay connected, nurture professional growth, and keep the joy of teaching alive through reflection.💡 Reflect with us:Have you had any ‘aha’ moments during unplanned reflection?What are your favorite strategies for reflection? (How) do you integrate technology into reflection? What tools or tips have helped you sustain reflection over time? 🧰 Resources & Tools:YouTube Playlist: Introduction to Reflective TeachingDIESOL PodcastReflective Practice Starter KitReflective Practice Resources🎙 This episode is sponsored by Ellii Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:12 Welcome to the Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast01:46 Reflective Practice: Part Two02:23 Meet Brent and Ixchell02:41 Unplanned Reflection Moments03:53 Intentional Reflection Strategies08:45 Reflection in Action vs. Reflection on Action09:51 Using Reflection for Goal Setting18:48 Integrating Technology in Reflection23:49 Using Commute Time for Reflection24:33 Marco Polo for Teacher Collaboration26:06 The Role of Accountability Partners27:16 Tech Tools for Reflective Teaching33:04 Collective Reflection and PLNs36:55 Avoiding Teacher Burnout41:27 Final Thoughts and Resources
• E73 - Foundations of Reflective Practice with the DIESOL Podcast, Part 1 01.09.2025 42min

  In this special crossover episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, Shé and Anna team up with Brent Warner and Ixchell Reyes of the DIESOL Podcast (Developing Innovation in English as a Second or Other Language) for a lively conversation about reflective practice—the foundation of our podcast and a shared passion between both shows.Instead of our usual format, you’ll hear the DIESOL style: less commentary, more conversation, and plenty of banter across all four of us.In Part 1, the group explores the why of reflective pedagogy and its core principles:What reflective practice really means in the context of English language teachingWhy reflection matters for teachers’ professional growth and students’ learningHow to move from superficial reflection to deeper engagement This episode offers both philosophical grounding and practical inspiration, setting the stage for Part 2, where the conversation will dig more into actionable strategies for bringing reflection into the classroom.🎧 Tune in to hear how reflective practice can empower teachers, shape learning experiences, and sustain professional joy—while enjoying the energy of four educators learning from each other.💡 Reflect with us:How do you currently define reflective practice in your own teaching?When was the last time reflection helped you shift or adapt your teaching approach?In what ways can reflection become a shared practice in your teaching community rather than an isolated one?🧰 Resources & Tools:YouTube Playlist: Introduction to Reflective TeachingDIESOL PodcastReflective Practice Starter Kit🎙 This episode is sponsored by Ellii Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.
• E72 – Greening ELT: Addressing Sustainability in the English Language Classroom (with Harry Waters) 08.08.2025 34min

  In this episode, co-hosts Shé and Anna sit down with climate activist, teacher trainer, and founder of Renewable English, Harry Waters, for an energizing conversation on integrating environmental sustainability into English language teaching. 🌱🌍Harry shares how his early activism and global teaching experiences led him to reimagine ELT as a platform for climate awareness, youth empowerment, and project-based learning. From fifth graders launching school-wide recycling campaigns to international litter-picking initiatives, his stories show that students don’t need permission to make change—they just need space to act. 🚮📚Whether you’re teaching beginners or advanced learners, Harry offers practical and empowering tips for embedding sustainability into everyday lessons—not as a one-off Earth Day unit, but as a consistent, student-centered context for meaningful communication. 💬💡 Reflect with us:What’s one small shift you can make this week to model sustainability for your students?How can you transform your classroom into a space where environmental agency is possible?What’s a “local” issue your students care about that connects to a global theme?How might you use a grammar point (like conditionals) to explore real-world topics?🧰 Resources & Tools:Renewable English – Harry’s platform with free resources for climate-focused ELTActivities for a Green Mindset – Harry’s book with 30 adaptable projects and lessonsUN Sustainable Development Goals – A flexible framework to ground student inquiry🧭 Related Episodes:E 44 - Global Citizenship: Opening the view to the possible (with Brantley Turner)E 27 - Why we <3 project-based learning E 21 - Addressing current events in the classroom🎙 This episode is sponsored by Ellii Use code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.#GreeningELT #EnvironmentalEducation #ClimateInELT #SustainabilityInEducation #ReflectiveTeaching #ProjectBasedLearning #YouthActivism #TeacherThinkAloud #ESL #EFL #GlobalCitizenship #ClimateAction #SDGs #ELTCommunity
• E71 - From English Language Teaching to Instructional Design (with Sharon Tjaden-Burkes) 18.07.2025 37min

  In this episode, co-hosts Shé and Anna sit down with Sharon Tjaden-Burkes, Senior Instructional Designer and founder of the IDEA Networking Sessions, to explore what it really takes to move from the English language classroom into instructional design. 🎙️ Sharon shares a candid look at what sparked her transition, the emotional toll of adjunct life, the joy of upskilling through tinkering and tech tools, and how her teaching background became a superpower in her new role. 🎯💻Whether you're already eyeing a move into L&D or still wondering if it’s even possible, this conversation is packed with realistic advice, reflective insights, and hard-won encouragement. Sharon reminds us that sustainable careers are not just about the paycheck—they're about peace, purpose, and knowing your worth. 🌱💡 Reflect with us:What part of your teaching role feels unsustainable—and what might that be telling you?What are your non-negotiable values in your next career move?Are you open to trusting others in collaborative work, or are you still holding up the sky solo?What other teaching-adjacent roles would you like to learn more about?🧰 Resources & Tools:IDEA Networking Sessions – Free monthly Zoom meetups for transitioning teachers: Join herePowerDirector by Cyber Link– Sharon’s go-to video editing softwareCamtasia – Screen recording and editing toolArticulate Storyline & Rise – Industry-standard authoring tools for e-learningSakai, Canvas, Blackboard – LMS examples used to demonstrate Sharon’s course design🧭 Related Episodes:E 60 - From teaching to materials writing: a chat with Ellii (with Ben Buckwold and Tara Benwell)E 35 - Be brave enough to say ‘I don’t know’ (with Lina Jurkunas)E 16 - It’s okay to just existE 15 - So you’ve lost your zest for teachingJust for fun:Why Some of Us Don’t Have One True Calling | Emilie Wapnick | TEDAnna actually gifted Shé Emily’s book, How to Be Everything: A Guide for Those Who (Still) Don't Know What They Want to Be When They Grow Up a few years ago. It’s a useful guide that helps you reframe your professional narrative and unique skillset. Definitely recommend picking it up if you’re thinking of a change, or curious about what it means to be a multipotentialite.🎙 This episode is sponsored by ElliiUse code THINKALOUD for 15% off your first membership term. Admins can also request a two-month free trial to pilot Ellii for your program.#ELTtoID #InstructionalDesign #TeacherTransition #ID #L&D #LearningandDevelopment #ReflectiveTeaching #OnlineLearningDesign #TeacherThinkAloud #LDtools #TeacherSustainability #CareerPivot #WomenInEdTech