Teacher, let's reflect on this past school year with our ELLs.

Join us for the first episode of the "Back to School Ready Series" on the Equipping ELLs podcast, hosted by Beth Vaucher. In this episode, we dive into the importance of self-reflection for ESL educators. Beth guides you through reflecting on the past school year, identifying both successes and challenges, and leveraging these insights to set effective goals for the upcoming year. Discover practical strategies for enhancing your teaching methods, reducing stress, and improving student outcomes. Don’t miss this essential guide to starting your school year with confidence and clarity. Tune in and get ready to make this year your best one yet!

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Tune in to this inspiring story of determination, as we welcome Isacar to the show.

An English language learner from Panama, Isacar shares his remarkable journey of mastering English in his home country with his gaze fixed on achieving academic and professional success abroad. Despite starting with no modern technology, Isacar utilized books, audio recordings, and mission trips to immerse himself in English, eventually earning a scholarship to study in the United States. His story highlights the power of determination and resourcefulness in overcoming obstacles. Isacar’s experiences offer valuable insights and inspiration for both teachers and English language learners, emphasizing the importance of mindset, consistency, and using available resources to succeed.

Isacar's story has so much to offer ELLs and teachers of ELLs!

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In this episode of the Equipping ELLs podcast, host Beth Vaucher interviews Kavita Mahendra, sharing her inspiring journey from Hyderabad, India, to ESL excellence in the U.S.

Kavita reminisces about her multicultural childhood in Hyderabad and discusses the importance of embracing home languages. She sheds light on India's linguistic diversity and the significance of Hindi and English in uniting the nation. Kavita's personal experiences highlight the value of multilingualism and cultural identity in ELL education. Furthermore, she shares her transition to teaching ESL in the U.S., emphasizing the importance of unlearning and adapting instructional approaches. Kavita's passion for empowering educators and her impactful ESL initiatives in schools showcase her dedication to ELL success. This insightful conversation provides valuable tips for ESL teachers, emphasizing the importance of visibility, connection, and personalized student support. Tune in to hear Kavita Mahendra's teaching journey, and we know you'll leave inspired along your own!

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