Up Your Teaching: Transforming ELT & Learning Beyond Labels - Podcast

Do you have data, or just an opinion? This is the question that should be asked every single time someone claims that “this method works” or “this is the best way to learn.” Because in education (and beyond), intuition is often misleading. 🔹 People once believed that language learning was a matter of "absorption" – today, we know it's about structured strategies and explicit instruction . 🔹 For...

Is constructivism holding your students back? In this episode, I`ll break down the flaws of constructivist teaching and explore research-backed alternatives that actually improve learning outcomes. Join me as we challenge the popular "student-led discovery" approach and discuss why explicit instruction, direct teaching, and structured learning environments lead to better retention and deeper under...

In this episode, I delve into teachers` nightmares and students who expect to learn by osmosis. We`ve been trained to overdeliver, and I delve into the hilarious (and sometimes harrowing) reality of teachers’ nightmares—those students who assume learning can happen by sheer osmosis. I am discussing why many of us feel compelled to overdeliver in the classroom (and in life) and how this tendency ca...

In this episode, I delve into teachers` nightmares and students who expect to learn by osmosis. We`ve been trained to overdeliver, and I delve into the hilarious (and sometimes harrowing) reality of teachers’ nightmares—those students who assume learning can happen by sheer osmosis. I am discussing why many of us feel compelled to overdeliver in the classroom (and in life) and how this tendency ca...

In this episode, I delve into the fascinating science behind reading, exploring concepts like neuronal recycling, the visual Word Form Area (VWFA), and why deep reading remains essential in our digital age. Drawing from research by Maryanne Wolf and Stanislas Dehaene, I`m discussing how reading involves repurposing neural circuits originally designed for other cognitive tasks and why this evolutio...

Your students need help to make progress in their English learning journey? It`s been a while but they can`t read or simply guess because they were taught to figure it out from the context? It might not be their effort—or even yours—but the teaching philosophy at play. In this episode, I`m examining constructivism and its impact on the EFL classroom. Tune in and learn why this popular, learner-cen...

Teaching Reading to Dyslexic EFL Students. The How and the Why! In this episode I`m discussing the How and Why behind Reading and why dyslexic EFL students are failed by the system. Reading is a fundamental skill and learning to Read In English is a human right, communication will never cut it. I`m launching my course on teaching reading to Dyslexic EFL/ESL Students, you can sign up to the waitlis...

Here’s what’s inside this episode: Why Research Matters Comparing Reading Skills 5 Reasons Why Your Students Struggle ? Tune in on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Hi, I`m Ania Karwowska aka PolCa Languages & Logika Języka dla Dyslektyka (for my Polish audience), I preach and teach about Dyslexia in the EFL Context, I`m on linked in , you can also check my website.

Neurodiversity, and Patient-Centered Care: Navigating Differences, Adapting Communication Styles, and Providing Inclusive Care. In this episode I dive with Shweta Ramkumar , into the essential "soft skills" that ESL healthcare professionals need to excel in their careers. Shweta, after 15 years of experience in both the healthcare and ESL industries, has seen firsthand the impact that strong commu...

In this episode, I`m talking about reading and textbooks. ELT industry and science do not go hand in hand. As Pinker once said, print is optional for humankind. The textbooks overlook this important fact. Children are taught to guess, not to read. Join me on this journey to rediscover the scientific foundations of reading and to advocate for a more engaging and practical approach to language learn...

Join me for an insightful exploration of dyslexia and the art of teaching reading. In this episode, we delve into the core concepts of reading and the critical role of explicit instruction in helping individuals, especially those with dyslexia, unlock their full potential. Teaching Reading to ESL Students: Exploring the similarities between teaching reading to English Language Learners and student...

In this episode I`m discussing Listening and Reading in the context of an EFL Classroom and Dyslexia. You`ll learn how to teach fluency,how to boost Reading Comprehension,how to teach Listening and more. If you wan to learn more follow me on Linked In .

Is Dyslexia a gift? In this episode, I discuss whether we should perceive Dyslexia as a gift or empower our students without labeling them. Taking them from where they are to where they should be? Tune in and listen! and if you want to meet me and be trained by me in Poland fill in the form. references: Carioti, D., Masia, M. F., Travellini, S., & Berlingeri, M. (2021). Orthographic depth and...

In this episode, I`m chatting with IDIOM Renata Kucharska about her journey from a state school teacher to a biz owner, material creator, and mentoring novice teachers. Renata shares why teachers should move from precarity and uncertainty to setting boundaries and being their captain. Dive in and browse through Renata`s unique online store, check out her materials and webinars, especially if you`r...

English makes sense, it is a very logical and organized language. One of the biggest fallacies is telling Dyslexic Students that they can`t grasp spelling. In this episode I`m talking about Spelling and how it can be taught. If you want to dive into the world of spelling sign up for Dyslexia Toolkit`s waitlist .

In this episode, I discuss the interconnectedness of grammar, reading, and writing. Teaching grammar is not about mindless translation; it’s about understanding the structure and function of language. Grammar encompasses decoding, working memory, morphology, syntax, and vocabulary. Dyslexic EFL students need explicit grammar instruction to become better readers and writers to fully engage with the...

Grammar is the backbone of the language. In this episode I`m talking about grammar and why it should be taught explicitly. You cannot build a house on a quicksand. Dyslexic EFL Students can and should grasp grammar. There`s no skilled writing without grammar; communication without grammar is ineffective. I`ll be running a webinar and a paid training in June, follow me on linked in to be in the loo...

Jump into mastering the vital skill of distinguishing between truth and myths in education with this lively episode of Up Your Teaching. I'm honing in on English Language Teaching (ELT), and I'll show you how to spot trustworthy educational approaches in a world of questionable claims. I'm getting straight to the point with no-nonsense advice on assessing the legitimacy of different teaching metho...

Hey EFL Teachers! Welcome back to another episode where we dive deep into the heart of language teaching. Today, I`m jazzing things up with an extraordinary guest, Ola Kowalska 👏 , a no-nonsense business coach for language teachers, coaches, and language school owners. With her unique journey from teacher to trainer to business coach, Ola brings a wealth of experience in building profitable and s...

🎙️ Episode Overview: Join me in this episode of Up Your Teaching, where I delve into the essential topic of creating an inclusive English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom tailored for dyslexic learners. I will share valuable insights, practical strategies, and personal experiences to empower educators in fostering an environment that embraces diversity and supports the unique needs of dyslexi...

In this episode I`m diving into instruction and how to prepare and teach classes with mature ADHD students. Tune into and learn about do`s and don`t and find out if there are any differences between teaching kids and adults with ADHD.

Fall brings shorter days but also the perfect opportunity to cozy up with a new language. In this episode of "Mindful Learning," we delve into the world of ADHD and language learning. Host Alex shares actionable tips for getting back into your Italian studies (or any language!) with the changing seasons. Discover the power of the Pomodoro Technique for focused study sessions, the importance of a d...

Hi there, I'm Ania Karwowska from @PolCa Languages and I welcome to my podcast, Up your English, episode 2 of season 2: Avoid it like a plague". In this space, I dive headfirst into the intricate maze of educational methods, pulling apart fact from fiction and empowering Neurodivergent EFL Students. They all deserve evidence-based language instruction, not gimmicks and falsified truths. Here`s how...

Richard Feynman once said, "Science isn't about knowing all the answers but asking the right questions."Unfortunately, nowadays, people tend not to discern facts from personal beliefs. In this episode, I'll discuss the fads and why every educator should practice their discernment and question the sources.#tesol #celta #angielski #metodyka #dyslexiaania #dysleksja #reading #dyslexia #neurodiversity

In this episode I`m talking about Dyslexia in the EFL Classroom identification ways of identifying a student in the EFL Classroom observations creating your own assessments. If you want to explore my offers, you can check them HERE