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🎙️ ESL Talk is Back! - Season 9, Episode 1: Assessment in the age of AI🎙️

Season 9 kicks off with a conversation you won't want to miss! We're sitting down with Beth Konomoto to tackle one of the most pressing topics in English language education today: assessment in the age of AI.

How do you assess students fairly and meaningfully when AI tools are just a click away?

Beth brings her expertise and experience to unpack what AI means for ESL and EFL classrooms, how teachers can rethink their assessment approaches, and practical strategies you can start using right now. Whether you're overwhelmed by the pace of change or curious about how to embrace it, this episode will leave you with fresh ideas and renewed confidence in the classroom.

This is the kind of honest, practical conversation that ESL teachers everywhere are having, and we're bringing it straight to your ears.

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🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️

A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.

In this special season finale of ESL Talk, we take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey of Season 8. Join us as we revisit the highlights, insights, and inspiring stories shared by our amazing guests throughout the season. From innovative teaching strategies to personal journeys in the world of English language education, this episode is a heartfelt thank-you to our listeners and contributors who’ve helped us reach 115 episodes and over 270,000 downloads!

Tune in as we celebrate another successful season, share behind-the-scenes moments, and give you a sneak peek at what’s coming next. Whether you’ve been with us from the start or just joined the ESL Talk community, this episode is for you!

Listen now and celebrate with us!

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🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️

A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.

In today’s episode, Getting Started with Online Teaching, we’re joined by a very special guest: Crystal Weber, founder of Crystal Clear ESL and the Crystal Clear Expert Educators Club. Crystal brings a wealth of experience and practical advice for teachers who are ready to leap into online education.

This episode is designed as a hands-on workshop to help you get started with online teaching. We’ll cover:
The essential tools and apps you’ll need
How to choose or create your curriculum
Setting up payment systems and managing your business
And tips for building a successful online teaching career

Plus, we’ll share how you can join the Crystal Clear Expert Educators Club — a supportive community of teachers — for free!
So grab a notebook, get comfortable, and let’s dive into the world of online teaching with Crystal Weber.

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Crystal Clear ESL
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🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️

A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.

In this episode, we sit down with John Edward McGraw — Multicultural Workplace Expert, Inclusive Communication Specialist, and founder of Hiyaku (Hee-YA-koo) Coaching, to explore the subtle yet powerful aspects of Canadian culture that often trip up newcomers and even long-term immigrants. Drawing from his SHAPE framework and 15 years of cross-cultural experience in Japan and Canada, John shares insights on how culture invisibly shapes our perceptions, interactions, and sense of belonging. Whether you're new to Canada or a lifelong citizen, this conversation will help you better understand the cultural dynamics at play and how to foster more inclusive communities and workplaces.

Connect with John:
JohnEdwardMcGraw.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/JohnEdwardMcGraw
Instagram: @JohnEdwardMcGraw
YouTube: @JohnEdwardMcGraw
Facebook: https://facebook.com/JohnEdwardMcGraw
X: @TheJohnEMcGraw

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🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️

A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.

In this episode of ESL Talk, we sit down with Kate Bogar, a dynamic Business English teacher from Canada, now living in Germany. With a massive social media following and a knack for creating engaging, learner-focused content, Kate shares her insights on how Business English teaching is evolving in 2025. From AI tools to shifting learner needs and global business trends, we explore what it takes to stay relevant and impactful in today’s fast-paced language learning landscape. Whether you're a teacher, learner, or just curious about the future of English in the workplace, this episode is packed with practical tips, inspiration, and a glimpse into the future of Business English education.

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