Oxford Adult ESL Conversations Podcast

Jayme Adelson-Goldstein•teachingenglishwithoxford.oup.com

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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Episodes

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 […]

Nov 07, 2022•23 min•Ep. 13

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 […]

Mar 01, 2022•28 min

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 […]

Nov 05, 2021•18 min

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 […]

Jul 16, 2021•21 min

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 […]

Apr 09, 2021•22 min

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 […]

Jan 19, 2021•20 min

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.

Sep 18, 2018•18 min

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.

Jun 20, 2018•28 min

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

Apr 17, 2018•18 min

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.

Dec 13, 2017•2 min

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