E126 Humans, Language,Technology: a conversation with Noemí Rodríguez

We learned a lot after the pandemic: how important it is to be face-to-face and humans need each other. Folks tell me AI is going to replace us. I beg to differ. We as human beings are powerful and can use this intelligence to help us. Noemí Rodríguez I love this conversation with language educationContinueContinue reading “E126 Humans, Language,Technology: a conversation with Noemí Rodríguez”

E125 Taking Proficiency Seriously, with Paul Sandrock

Proficiency comes down very simply to what someone can do with the language. It’s not what you know about the language, it’s what you can do with the language. As a learner I need to take it within me on a playground, in in the community, doing video games with kids around the world… PaulContinueContinue reading “E125 Taking Proficiency Seriously, with Paul Sandrock”

E124 Language Warriors – A Conversation with Brandon Locke

Language is everywhere. We have to make it right for our own community and make it meaningful for our own community, but always keep that larger picture out there. Opening eyes to the world is the best thing that we can give our students. Brandon Locke Qeyaakaq. “Language Warrior.” The photo shows Brandon, initially unawareContinueContinue reading “E124 Language Warriors – A Conversation with Brandon Locke”

E123 LAMA Leadership: A Conversation with Tal Gale

LAMA means “Why?” Clarity on why we are having a conversation to educate and develop leaders allows us to look at language intentionally, to ask questions about meaning, and to explore with our participants, who, in turn, will also be our teachers. Tal Gale Human language gives us the gift of Why. Without language, organismsContinueContinue reading “E123 LAMA Leadership: A Conversation with Tal Gale”

Episode 84 – A Conversation with Thomas and Collier on Dual Language Realities

Episode 84 a conversation with Drs. Collier & Thomas. Internationally known for their research on long-term school effectiveness for linguistically and culturally diverse students.
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