The Global Classroom

Want to teach ESL online successfully? Technology can be your best friend—or your biggest challenge! In this video, I’ll share 5 essential tech tips and encouragement for online ESL teachers, including how to troubleshoot tech issues, ensure a reliable internet connection, and create a tech support system to keep your lessons running smoothly. 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝:✅ Troubleshooting tech issues in teach...

How to Keep Your Online Classroom Engaging & On Track! Struggling with ESL lesson pacing? Whether you're teaching ESL online for a company or as a private tutor, knowing how to pace ESL lessons effectively is key to student success! In this video, David Cole shares teaching strategies and best practices for ESL lesson pacing, so you can manage time in ESL lessons smoothly—without rushing o...

Assessments are more than just a way to track student progress—they shape how we teach! In this video, I’ll break down the importance of student assessments, different teaching assessment strategies, and how to use them to improve lesson planning and adapt your English curriculum. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧:✔️ What are assessments & why they matter in ESL teaching✔️ How to conduct assessments for ESL s...

Want to keep your ESL students engaged and learning throughout the entire lesson? In this video, David Cole breaks down lesson extension methods—a key ESL teaching strategy to challenge advanced learners and support struggling students. 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨:✅ Adapt lessons for diverse learners✅ Use student engagement techniques to maximize class time✅ Implement strategies for advanced ESL students✅...

Looking for effective ESL strategies to make your lessons more engaging? In this video, David Cole shares classroom engagement tips and reward systems that will keep your students excited to learn! Whether you're teaching young learners or engaging older ESL students, these interactive lessons and engagement techniques will help you capture their attention. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧:✅ How to engage E...

Want to improve your students’ reading skills with effective phonics instruction? In this video, David Cole breaks down the importance of phonics in reading and demonstrates the correct phonics blending techniques for teaching phonics sounds to beginners. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧:✔️ What is phonics and why it’s essential for reading✔️ The synthetic phonics approach for accurate sound blending✔️ How to use visual cue...

Are you struggling to adapt your language for different ESL student levels? In this video, David Cole breaks down ESL Teaching Strategy #4: Appropriate Language—what it is, why it matters, and how to use it effectively in your lessons.🔹 Learn how to use appropriate language for beginner to advanced ESL students🔹 Discover ESL teaching strategies to simplify or challenge your language🔹 See TPR (T...

Want to increase student talk time and help your students speak more in English? In this episode, ESL teacher David Cole shares effective ESL teaching strategies to maximize student output and encourage active participation in your classroom. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧:✅ The importance of student output in ESL learning✅ How to balance teacher and student talk time✅ Proven teaching techniques to get stud...

Want to boost student engagement and make language learning more effective? In this video, David Cole breaks down one of the most powerful ESL teaching strategies: Modeling! ✅ Learn how to model lessons step by step using the 𝘐 𝘋𝘰, 𝘞𝘦 𝘋𝘰, 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘋𝘰 method✅ Discover how to adapt modeling for beginners vs. advanced students✅ See real-life examples of language modeling in action✅ Find out how using...

𝐄𝐒𝐋 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 #𝟏: Mastering TPR (𝘛𝘰𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘗𝘩𝘺𝘴𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘦) for Language Learning Are you looking for engaging ESL teaching methods that make learning fun and effective? Join David Cole in the first episode of a 10-part ESL teaching strategies series. In this video, David introduces Total Physical Response (TPR)—a powerful ESL teaching strategy that combines movement and language to enhanc...

Teaching English abroad can be an incredibly rewarding experience. It allows you to immerse yourself in a new culture, travel, and make a difference in your students' lives. In this interview, Brian shares his experiences teaching English in South Korea and online. He provides insightful tips for those looking to start teaching abroad or online. Brian started teaching English in South Korea in...

Have you ever dreamed of traveling the world while earning a living? For many, this seems like an impossible fantasy - but for Rachel Story, it's an incredible reality. Rachel is a digital nomad who teaches English online to support her adventurous, location-independent lifestyle. Along with her husband Sasha, she's been to over 20 countries while working flexible teaching hours. In this e...

This episode covers Richelle's journey from studying abroad in China to becoming a serial expat teaching English and then a move abroad coach. She talks about how her experience teaching English in China right after college made her realize she could turn travel into a lifestyle. Richelle found that many people wanted guidance on how to teach abroad safely and legally, so she started coaching...

For music teachers and students alike, the pandemic necessitated a dramatic shift to virtual learning. While video conferencing platforms like Zoom made remote instruction possible, concerns lingered about whether core aspects of music education could be replicated online. Teaching an instrument like the guitar remotely seemed especially challenging given the hands-on adjustments required. However...

Online teaching has become an increasingly popular career path, allowing educators to work remotely and set their own schedules. In this interview, Jillian Shanahan, shares her expertise on teaching English online, specifically with the platform Allschool Jillian started teaching online in 2018 and has since grown a successful independent tutoring business. She is the founder of the Online ESL Tea...

In this insightful episode of our podcast, we are thrilled to host Selene Estaris, a noted Social Studies teacher, EdTech Specialist, and Global Learning Ambassador at Xavier School in the Philippines. The episode, aptly titled "EdTech, Gamification and Game-Based Learning in the Classroom", delves into the transformative world of game-based learning and how it is revolutionizing the edu...

Join us in this enlightening episode of our podcast as we sit down with Katie Prescott, the founder of Abridge Academy. In this interview, Katie shares her journey in the world of online education and how she leverages Chinese social media apps to connect with her students. Starting as a university student tutoring her peers, Katie has evolved into an experienced online ESL teacher specializing in...

Welcome to our new podcast episode: "Qualified Tutor Certification and Community" featuring Julia Silver, the brilliant mind behind Love Tutoring & Qualified Tutor Community. In this informative and engaging episode, we journey into Julia's dynamic world of online tutoring. As a podcaster, workshop host, and community leader, Julia is a beacon of knowledge and support in the tuto...

Heather Horn from The Tall Traveling Teacher will talk about  Outschool . From what it is and how it works to how to get hired and how to get booked, she has the answers! She will also talk about traveling as a teacher including the ups and downs she has experienced.

Welcome to a groundbreaking episode of The Global Classroom podcast, where we delve into the world of interactive learning with Manny Curiel, a representative from Edpuzzle. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲: -Unpacking the innovative features of Edpuzzle, an online interactive quiz maker for teachers. -How educators can transform YouTube videos into engaging lessons and quizzes. -Mann...

Are you looking to learn about diversity and inclusion in an interactive, engaging way? Join us as we interview Autumn Williams, the founder of Culture Corner Academy at Outschool. She shares her story of how she created her remarkable virtual online history lessons through Genially and why she opened up her own academy. Discover how she’s able to teach from all over the world and why working with...

Dive into the exciting world of gamification with our latest video podcast episode, "Learn From The Pros: Hear What Aili Olichney Has To Say About Genially and Gamification". This engaging and informative episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in transforming their teaching or presentation style! Join us as we sit down with Aili Olichney from Genially, the innovative platform that...

Discover how Craig Thompson-Wood, a 20-year veteran teacher from Canada, has been using gamification and game-based learning to better engage students in the classroom. Join us as we get exclusive access into his world of board games and hear his tips on how to teach them online during the pandemic. Learn about his strategies for helping teachers find ways to implement these strategies into their...

Immerse yourself in the world of online education with Keila Moreno, a dynamic educator at Kubrio . In this podcast, we delve into Keila's daily life teaching English and Spanish to a diverse group of students from all corners of the world, right from her home. Key Insights: 1. Kubrio - A New Wave in Online Education: Kubrio is an innovative virtual school that offers students the freedom and...

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey that combines the joys of travel with the fulfillment of teaching? In this captivating episode of The Global Classroom podcast, we dive deep into the world of travel teaching with expert Jamie Gajewski. Join us as we uncover invaluable insights, practical tips, and a wealth of resources to help you turn your teaching dreams into a reality. From u...