Languages Pedagogy Podcast

Ep212. ft. Nik Peachey - The Death of Traditional ELT: Why Most Classrooms Are Already Obsolete (Part 2)

The future will not replace great teachers. It will expose average ones. In Part 2, Nik Peachey goes deeper into what modern language teaching must become: real language use, task-based learning, action research, teacher reflection, soft skills, AI-supported learning, and the uncomfortable truths ELT still needs to face. This is not just about technology. It is about teacher identity, professional survival, and the future value of human educators. Wanna find out more about Nik? 📚 Books, lesson plans & resources: ⁠https://payhip.com/peacheypublications⁠ [https://payhip.com/peacheypublications]  💼 Connect with Nik on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikpeachey/⁠ 📰 Subscribe to his EdTech & ELT newsletter: ⁠https://nikpeachey.substack.com/⁠ [https://nikpeachey.substack.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] 🛠️ Tools for teachers & learners: ⁠https://www.scoop.it/topic/tools-for-learners⁠ [https://www.scoop.it/topic/tools-for-learners?utm_source=chatgpt.com] 🌍 Learning & Technology News: ⁠Learning & Technology News⁠ [https://www.scoop.it/topic/learning-technology?utm_source=chatgpt.com]https://www.scoop.it/topic/learning-technology 📲 Join his EdTech & ELT updates on Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+3F3KO7ZXBEQ2MDU8⁠ Listen now and go deeper at www.mikenglishonline.com [http://www.mikenglishonline.com/] #elt #teacherdevelopment #aiineducation #languagelearning #tesol #englishteaching #futureofeducation

Ep211. ft. Nik Peachey - The Death of Traditional ELT: Why Most Classrooms Are Already Obsolete (Part 1)

Traditional ELT is not dead… but the old classroom model is running out of excuses. In Part 1, Nik Peachey joins Languages Pedagogy Podcast to unpack AI, obsolete classroom routines, coursebook dependency, grammar myths, pronunciation, multilingual learners, and why real communication must return to the center of language education. For serious teachers, trainers, and language learners ready to rethink what “effective teaching” actually means. Listen now and explore more at www.mikenglishonline.com [http://www.mikenglishonline.com/] Wanna find out more about Nik? 📚 Books, lesson plans & resources: https://payhip.com/peacheypublications [https://payhip.com/peacheypublications]  💼 Connect with Nik on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikpeachey/ 📰 Subscribe to his EdTech & ELT newsletter: https://nikpeachey.substack.com/ [https://nikpeachey.substack.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] 🛠️ Tools for teachers & learners: https://www.scoop.it/topic/tools-for-learners [https://www.scoop.it/topic/tools-for-learners?utm_source=chatgpt.com] 🌍 Learning & Technology News: Learning & Technology News [https://www.scoop.it/topic/learning-technology?utm_source=chatgpt.com]https://www.scoop.it/topic/learning-technology 📲 Join his EdTech & ELT updates on Telegram: https://t.me/+3F3KO7ZXBEQ2MDU8 #elt #languagelearning #teacherdevelopment #aiineducation #tesol #englishteaching #languagepedagogy

Ep210. ft. Faye Casell - The First-Grade Literacy Crisis: Why Struggling Readers Fall Behind and How Parents Are Taking Control (Part 2)

Reading success is not just passing a test. It is confidence, comprehension, access, identity, and a child finally understanding how their brain learns. In Part 2, Mike Llerena and Faye B. Casell go deeper into the emotional and psychological impact of reading struggles, dyslexia, masking, anxiety, parent advocacy, and why families are increasingly taking control when systems move too slowly. Faye shares how parents can become empowered, how children can reclaim confidence, and why dyslexia should never be treated as a sign of low intelligence. This episode is for families who refuse to wait while their child loses confidence. Want to learn more about Faye Casell work?: Website: www.homereadingcoach.com [http://www.homereadingcoach.com/] Instagram and FB: @HomeReadingCoach You tube channel: https://youtube.com/@teachmychildtoread?si=c19pbjou-LeOrp8s [https://youtube.com/@teachmychildtoread?si=c19pbjou-LeOrp8s] The link for Reading Breakthrough, my therapist-coached and parent-led intervention is here: https://fayebankler.samcart.com/products/reading-breakthrough-level-1 [https://fayebankler.samcart.com/products/reading-breakthrough-level-1] Here is a link to the FREE Dyslexia Roadmap for Families e-book. There are lots of resources for parents and it answers many FAQs: https://fayebankler.mysamcart.com/free-dyslexia-roadmap-for-families [https://fayebankler.mysamcart.com/free-dyslexia-roadmap-for-families] Start learning with us: www.mikenglishonline.com [http://www.mikenglishonline.com/] #dyslexiaawareness #readingconfidence #parentadvocacy #scienceofreading #literacyeducation #specialeducation #readingintervention

Ep209. ft. Faye Casell - The First-Grade Literacy Crisis: Why Struggling Readers Fall Behind and How Parents Are Taking Control (Part 1)

The literacy crisis starts earlier than most parents realize. And by first grade, many struggling readers are already fighting a battle no one has properly named. In this powerful conversation, Mike Llerena speaks with Faye B. Casell, certified academic language therapist, licensed dyslexia therapist, and founder of Home Reading Coach, about why so many children fall behind in reading before anyone takes action. We discuss dyslexia, early warning signs, the science of reading, teacher preparation gaps, phonics, oral language, and why “wait and see” can become one of the most dangerous phrases in a child’s education. For parents, teachers, and serious educators, this episode is a wake-up call. You want to know more from Faye Casell: Website: www.homereadingcoach.com [http://www.homereadingcoach.com/] Instagram and FB: @HomeReadingCoach You tube channel: https://youtube.com/@teachmychildtoread?si=c19pbjou-LeOrp8s [https://youtube.com/@teachmychildtoread?si=c19pbjou-LeOrp8s] The link for Reading Breakthrough, my therapist-coached and parent-led intervention is here: https://fayebankler.samcart.com/products/reading-breakthrough-level-1 [https://fayebankler.samcart.com/products/reading-breakthrough-level-1] Here is a link to the FREE Dyslexia Roadmap for Families e-book. There are lots of resources for parents and it answers many FAQs: https://fayebankler.mysamcart.com/free-dyslexia-roadmap-for-families [https://fayebankler.mysamcart.com/free-dyslexia-roadmap-for-families] Learn more and grow with us: www.mikenglishonline.com [http://www.mikenglishonline.com/] #literacycrisis #dyslexiaawareness #scienceofreading #readingintervention #languagelearning #specialeducation #parenteducation

Ep208. ft. Marina Menna - The Real Reason You Freeze in English Conversations (Part 2)

Real fluency is not perfect grammar. It is the ability to keep communicating under pressure. In Part 2, Marina Menna goes deeper into fluency, confidence, the native-speaker myth, accent pressure, speaking practice, and why language is ultimately a bridge—not a performance test. This episode is for professionals and learners who want to move from hesitation to flow. Build your fluency with confidence: www.mikenglishonline.com [http://www.mikenglishonline.com/] #englishfluency #speakenglish #englishconfidence #languagelearning #businessenglish #englishspeaking #englishpodcast