Talking their language with Helen Bodell

Episode Sixteen - EAL Lead Practitioners - Making a Solid Start:In this episode we focus on what it takes to ‘Make a Solid Start’ as an EAL Lead Practitioner or EAL Coordinator. We offer practical advice, solutions and resources to support you in your role.We are joined in this series of podcasts by Dr Robert Sharples and Jo Thomson.If you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download our FREE EAL Membership Guide here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gldloAll of our Twinkl EAL resources can be found by clicking here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gx63t

Dr. Robert Sharples, a renowned EAL author dedicated to multilingual learners, teams up with Jo Thomson, a Twinkl EAL Content Writer. They dive into effective strategies for supporting educational transitions, emphasizing the significance of social interaction in language acquisition. The duo also challenges conventional phonics instruction for older students, advocating for a more personalized approach. They stress the need for smooth transitions by improving communication between educators and promoting an inclusive environment for bilingual students.

Episode Fourteen - Refugee Education Uk with Catherine Gladwell:Catherine is Founder and Chief Executive at Refugee Education UK a non-profit supporting young refugees across the UK to build brighter futures through education. She has built the organisation from a two-person volunteer project, to the national charity it is today, and leads on overall strategy and direction. Catherine has worked in 16 different countries, including Afghanistan, Sudan, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti and Jordan. She has published multiple research and policy papers and is a regular speaker at conferences, on panels and in the media. Catherine has a degree from Oxford University, a masters in Education and International Development from the Institute of Education, and is an honorary fellow at Winchester University.Find out more about Refugee Ed UK on their website: https://www.reuk.org/If you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download our FREE EAL Membership Guide here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gldloAll of our Twinkl EAL resources can be found by clicking here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gx63t

Discover Jersey's groundbreaking language policy that promotes multilingualism. Eowyn Crisfield shares insights on the development and implementation of this transformative initiative. The conversation highlights the crucial role of educators in adopting effective language practices and emphasizes the collaborative efforts necessary for success. With a wealth of experience in bilingual education, Crisfield's expertise sheds light on the importance of supporting bilingual families and enhancing language learning in schools.

Episode Twelve - Welcoming New Arrivals with Christina Hingley:Christina Hingley is an authentically passionate Modern Foreign Languages educator and whole-school co-ordinator at Firth Park Academy, a diverse secondary establishment located in the vibrant city of Sheffield. With more than 60 nationalities and over 30 different languages spoken amongst the student cohort, Christina leads a number of projects to help with language development including developing a full-time New to English intervention, organising in-class mainstream support, and teaching ESOL lessons to KS4 students. Recently, Firth Park Academy’s EAL cohort has evolved to include a growing number of Refugees, particularly Unaccompanied Minors and Looked After Children, and so she has taken on the new challenge of developing pastoral and trauma-informed student support to foster an inclusive, safe, and welcoming learning environment.If you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download our FREE EAL Membership Guide here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gldloAll of our Twinkl EAL resources can be found by clicking here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gx63t

In this insightful discussion, renowned EAL author Dr. Robert Sharples and Twinkl EAL Content Writer Jo Thomson share their expertise on scaffolding techniques. They explore practical resources that enhance language skills in diverse classrooms, such as visual aids and substitution tables. The conversation highlights the importance of structured support in improving listening comprehension and fostering peer interaction. Additionally, they discuss the transformative effects of open dialogues between teachers and students for effective language development.

Episode Ten - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:Educator, podcaster and content writer Shuaib Khan joins us for a chat about equality, diversity and inclusion.Find Shuaib on Twitter @ShuaibKhan26If you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download our FREE EAL Membership Guide here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gldloAll of our Twinkl EAL resources can be found by clicking here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gx63t

Episode Nine - Why It Works - Being an EAL Lead:In this episode we discuss being an EAL Lead. Whether you are aspiring to be an EAL Lead, you already are one and are seeking support, or you are just looking for further guidance and resources - this podcast is for you! We speak to renowned EAL author Dr Robert Sharples and Twinkl EAL Content Writer Jo Thomson.Read our blog Why It Works - Being an EAL Lead:https://www.twinkl.co.uk/blog/ealIf you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download our FREE EAL Membership Guide here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gldloAll of our Twinkl EAL resources can be found by clicking here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gx63t

Episode Eight - Diversity in Literature:In this episode we discuss diversity in children’s books and the importance of equality with Soma Dey, Stephen Dolan and Aleksandra Hempler who work for the EAL Service in Glasgow.Soma Dey - She is an English as an Additional Language Leader of Learning for Glasgow City council and a primary teacher of 13 years. She has been part of the EAL team as an EAL teacher for several years. As a team they are working collaboratively across establishments to drive forward equalities for all learners in our Scottish Schools. Their focus recently has been on representation of learners in texts and literature.Stephen Dolan - Stevie Dolan is a Secondary teacher in Glasgow. He is part of the EAL Leader of Learning team in the city which delivers CLPL and develops resources to upskill practitioners in EAL pedagogy. He has worked recently with Soma and Aleksandra on CLPL promoting diverse texts in the classroom.Aleksandra Hempler - Aleksandra Hempler is an EAL leader of learning for Glasgow City Counil with nearly a decade of experience working for the EAL service, in varied roles. As a linguist and EAL learner she feels passionate about bilingualism, diversity and research based strategies to support language acquisition. She has keen interest in equalities, digital leadership and STEM within EAL provision.If you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download our FREE EAL Membership Guide here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gldloAll of our Twinkl EAL resources can be found by clicking here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gx63t

Episode Seven - Celebrating cultural diversity for International Mother Language Day:It is International Mother Language Day on Monday 21st February and in this episode we speak to Dr Francesca La Morgia from Mother Tongues in Ireland to ask how she celebrates languages every day not just on this special day.Dr Francesca La Morgia is a linguist and cultural producer based in Dublin. She is the founder and director of Mother Tongues and Mother Tongues Festival.  Dr La Morgia has been delivering training in the area of bilingual language development and bilingual education since 2008. She has an MPhil in Applied Linguistics from Trinity College Dublin and a PhD in bilingual language acquisition from DCU and she lectured at the University of Reading, Trinity College Dublin and Maynooth University. In recent years Francesca has been delivering professional training to mainstream teachers, EAL teachers and teacher trainers in Ireland, Belgium, the UK, Germany and Switzerland. Some of the locations include the European Commission in Brussels, the Ils International School in Geneva, the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Ireland and the EAL teacher network at Leeds University. Her publications include articles in international peer-review journals and books as well as contributions to support materials for the Primary Language Curriculum and a toolkit for using the first language in English medium instruction for Oxford University Press. Her activity book Language Explorers, available in English and Irish, is used in hundreds of schools all over Europe.If you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download our FREE EAL Membership Guide here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gldloAll of our Twinkl EAL resources can be found by clicking here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gx63t