Oxford Adult ESL Conversations Podcast

Jayme Adelson-Goldstein
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  • EDUCATION
Oxford Adult ESL Conversations Podcast

Welcome to the Oxford Adult ESL Conversations podcast, hosted by Jayme Adelson-Goldstein, co-author of the Oxford Picture Dictionary and series director of the new Step Forward Second Edition. In this podcast series, Jayme is joined by Adult ESL educators, thought leaders, and advocates for candid conversations about topics important to teachers in this dynamic field.

Episodes

  1. 11/07/2022

    Episode 13: Teaching Skills that Matter with Cherise G. Moore, Ph.D

    In this episode, Jayme is joined by Dr. Cherise G. Moore who is a principal TA consultant in the Human Services Division at American Institutes for Research (AIR). They discuss the Teaching Skills That Matter project (TSTM) and it’s impact on adult multi-lingual learners. This series has been developed specifically for Adult ESL teachers in […]

    23 min

  2. 03/01/2022

    Episode 12: High-Flex Adult English Language Classes with Joy Lehman and Kristi Weisenburger

    In this episode, Jayme is joined by Joy Lehman and Kristi Weisenburger, English language teachers at the Milwaukee Area Technical College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They discuss the benefits and challenges of teaching high-flex adult English language classes. This series has been developed specifically for Adult ESL teachers in the US and refers to course titles […]

    28 min

  3. 11/05/2021

    Episode 11: Library Literacy Programs with Rebecca Barker

    In this episode, Jayme is joined by Rebecca Barker, Programs Officer at the Oklahoma Department of Libraries. They discuss how library and community literacy programs are continuing to pivot to meet the changing needs of their communities and learners. This series has been developed specifically for Adult ESL teachers in the US and refers to […]

    18 min

  4. 07/16/2021

    Episode 10: Remote Instruction with Anthony Tassi

    In this episode, Anthony and Jayme discuss the process and benefits of pivoting to remote instruction for ESOL learners with limited digital literacy. This series has been developed specifically for Adult ESL teachers in the US and refers to course titles that may not be available in every country. Please check with your local Oxford […]

    21 min

  5. 04/09/2021

    Episode 9: Advanced Learners with Jenni Currie Santamaria

    In this episode, Jayme is joined by Jenni Currie Santamaria, author of Step Forward Introductory and Levels 1 and 5. The two discuss everything about advanced learner instruction, from skills instruction to teaching idioms. This series has been developed specifically for Adult ESL teachers in the US and refers to course titles that may not […]

    22 min

  6. 01/19/2021

    Episode 8: Social Justice with Andy Nash

    In this episode, Jayme is joined by Andy Nash, a Senior Advisor at World Education, Inc., where for over 20 years she has facilitated professional development projects at the local, regional, and national levels. She specializes in contextualized ESOL, standards-based instruction, and the integration of adult education with civic engagement. She has contributed to a […]

    20 min

  7. 09/18/2018

    Episode 7: How Teachers and Administrators Can Thrive in Challenging Times

    In this episode Jayme is joined by MaryAnn Cunningham Florez, Program Manager for Fairfax County (VA) Public Schools Adult ESOL Program. In this conversation MaryAnn offers insights gleaned from her wealth of experience working with adult ESOL practitioners across the US.

    18 min

  8. 06/20/2018

    Episode 6: Digital Literacy

    In this episode Jayme is joined by Dr. Kathy Harris, a member of the literacy, language and technology research group and a teacher of teacher education courses in the department of applied linguistics at Portland State University. Dr. Harris creates professional development materials for the adult ESL teachers and national projects including ELLU and ESL pro, and teaches adult ESL including digital literacy and ESL to adult learners with limited or interrupted formal education.

    28 min

  9. 04/17/2018

    Episode 5: Civics

    Jayme is joined by Lori Howard, an ESL consultant, teacher-trainer, author, and Program Specialist Coordinator for Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System, also known as CASAS. Lori discusses Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE), which enables learners to acquire skills for English literacy as well as skills that help them be effective workers, parents and community members

    18 min

  10. 12/13/2017

    Episode 4: Season’s Greetings

    We’ll be back in the new year with more podcast episodes, but until then host Jayme Adelson Goldstein would to extend her warmest holiday greetings and invite you to join the conversation.

    2 min
  • 10 Episodes

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Welcome to the Oxford Adult ESL Conversations podcast, hosted by Jayme Adelson-Goldstein, co-author of the Oxford Picture Dictionary and series director of the new Step Forward Second Edition. In this podcast series, Jayme is joined by Adult ESL educators, thought leaders, and advocates for candid conversations about topics important to teachers in this dynamic field.

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