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

Ep216. ft. Larisa Zepeda - Why Russian Feels Impossible—And How to Finally Break Through | The Truth About Learning Russian (Part 2)

The breakthrough in Russian starts when you stop trying to understand everything at once. In Part 2, Larisa Zepeda goes deeper into practical strategies: how to learn grammar without panic, why beginners should speak from day one, how music and Soviet films can train your ear, and why consistency beats intensity every time. This episode is a direct roadmap for learners who want real Russian fluency—not textbook confusion. Start building stronger language habits today: www.mikenglishonline.com [http://www.mikenglishonline.com/] #learnrussian #russianfluency #languagelearning #russianforbeginners #speakingrussian #languagepedagogy #mikenglishonline

Ep215. ft. Larisa Zepeda - Why Russian Feels Impossible—And How to Finally Break Through | The Truth About Learning Russian (Part 1)

Russian feels impossible until someone finally explains what really matters. In Part 1, Larisa Zepeda breaks down why Russian intimidates learners: grammar, cases, pronunciation, Cyrillic, word stress, and the fear of sounding “wrong.” But this episode reveals the truth: Russian is hard, yes—but not unbeatable. A powerful conversation for serious language learners, Russian beginners, teachers, and anyone trying to move from fear to real communication. Listen now and keep building your fluency with purpose: www.mikenglishonline.com [http://www.mikenglishonline.com/] #learnrussian #russianlanguage #languagelearning #fluency #russianforbeginners #languagepedagogy #mikenglishonline

Ep214. ft. Kate Grimes - Dyslexia & Neurodiversity in the Language Classroom: Why Traditional Teaching Fails—and What Actually Works (Part 2)

Inclusion is not lowering standards. It is building learning that more brains can actually access. In Episode 214, Kate Grimes returns to discuss practical classroom strategies for neurodivergent learners: visual supports, movement breaks, predictable routines, flexible assessment, parent communication, and the emotional safety students need to keep trying. This is the episode for teachers who want learning that works — not just lessons that look good on paper. Wanna know more about Kate Grimes: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kategrimes_psychology⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/kategrimes_psychology] LinkedIn in is: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-grimes-63543649⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-grimes-63543649] Website: ⁠www.inspiretherapy.ae⁠ [http://www.inspiretherapy.ae/] YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@kategrimes7354?si=AAWyHaE6-lNcOXnx⁠ [https://youtube.com/@kategrimes7354?si=AAWyHaE6-lNcOXnx] Explore more: www.mikenglishonline.com [http://www.mikenglishonline.com/] #dyslexia #neurodiversity #inclusiveeducation #languagelearning #elt #teachertraining #learningdifferences

Ep213. ft. Kate Grimes - Dyslexia & Neurodiversity in the Language Classroom: Why Traditional Teaching Fails—and What Actually Works (Part 1)

Traditional teaching doesn’t fail because teachers don’t care. It fails when every brain is expected to learn the same way. In Episode 213, Mike Llerena sits down with psychologist Kate Grimes to unpack dyslexia, neurodiversity, reading difficulties, working memory, early intervention, and why many struggling learners are often mislabeled as “lazy” or “not trying.” A must-listen for teachers, parents, and serious educators. Wanna know more about Kate Grimes: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kategrimes_psychology [https://www.instagram.com/kategrimes_psychology] LinkedIn in is: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-grimes-63543649 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-grimes-63543649]Website: www.inspiretherapy.ae [http://www.inspiretherapy.ae/]YouTube: https://youtube.com/@kategrimes7354?si=AAWyHaE6-lNcOXnx [https://youtube.com/@kategrimes7354?si=AAWyHaE6-lNcOXnx] Learn more: www.mikenglishonline.com [http://www.mikenglishonline.com/] #dyslexia #neurodiversity #languagelearning #elt #tesol #inclusiveeducation #teachertraining

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