This is a podcast for teachers by teachers -- Anabel Reis Alves from Centro Britânico do Alto Minho (Viana do Castelo, Portugal) teams up with Shawn Severson from International House Porto (Porto, Portugal) in conjunction with APPI (Associação Portuguesa de Professores de Inglês) to "talk" about teaching, share ideas for classroom dynamics and professional development.
Session 2 - Episode 7 - Multilingual Minds: Rethinking English Language Teaching with Nayr Ibrahim
Nayr Ibrahim discusses demonolingualising English language teaching to embrace linguistic diversity in the classroom and empower learners, advocating for reflection and feedback in the learning process in this interview.
8 May 2025
Session 2 - Episode 6 - 38th Annual Conference
In this episode, we take you inside the 38thAnnual APPI Conference – “ELT in a Multimodal World”, held at ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon on April 25th–27th, 2025.
We reflect on what made this year’s conferencetruly unique—from the inspiring talks to the vibrant exchange of ideas in the ELT community.
The introduction of a fantastic new conference app, making it easier than ever to connect and engage, fostering a stronger sense of community.
We share highlights of our own sessions - exploring how AI and music can transform classroom engagement (suno.com / ilovesong.com). With Anna Pires, the Culturally connected classroom.
🎧 Tune in for highlights, takeaways, and a spark ofinspiration for your own teaching practice
1 Apr 2025
Session 2 - Episode 5 - Padlet, an oldie but a goodie
🎙️ Oldie but Goodie: Rediscovering a Classic Teaching Tool
In this throwback episode, we’re dusting off a tried-and-true classroom favorite— Padlet, a tool that may have faded into the background but still has plenty of untapped potential. Whether you’ve used it before or it’s completely new to you, we’re diving into creative, modern ways to bring it back to life in today’s classrooms.
www.padlet.com
Join us as we explore:
✔️ Fresh, innovative ways to use it today
✔️ Why it still deserves a place in your teaching toolkit
Sometimes, the best resources aren’t the newest ones—they’re the ones we just need to see in a new light. Tune in and get inspired!
🎧 Listen now!
What if picture books were more than just stories for young learners? In this episode, we sit down with Sandie Mourão, a passionate advocate for picture books in language education.Her lifelong dedication to this field grew from a genuine need—one that led to the creation of the APPInep SIG, a special interest group that recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. Along the way, she launched a blog, collaborated on numerous projects, and took part in initiatives that have had a lasting impact on English language teaching.
Far from being limited to pre-primary and primary students, picture books are an invaluable resource for secondary learners and even adults. They promote visual thinking, critical literacy, and intercultural awareness, making them a powerful tool to explore complex themes—including taboo topics often avoided in course books (PARSNIP topics).
Sandie shares insights from her pioneering projects, including:
🔗Sandie’s Blog: Picture Books in ELT (https://picturebooksinelt.blogspot.com/)
📚 PEPELT – Picture Books inPrimary English Language Teaching
https://www.facebook.com/PEPELT21 (https://www.facebook.com/PEPELT21)
🌍 ICEPELL – InterculturalCitizenship Education through Picture books in Early English Language Learning, an award-winning initiative that has transformed teaching practices acrossEurope.
https://icepell.eu/ (https://icepell.eu/)
ICEPELL was recognized with the European Language Label in 2022, and in November 2024, its OpenAccess Resources won the prestigious ELTons Award for Innovation in Teacher Resources, also receiving a commendation for its young learner courses and materials.
We also talk about ICEKITS, a resource that helps teachers structure effective read-aloud sessions and expand them into intercultural projects through Taking Action activities.
And of course, Sandie doesn’t just talk theory—she shares practical ideas, specific book recommendations, and creative strategies to bring picture books to life in your classroom.
Want to find out which books and techniques could transform your teaching? Tune in now! 🎧✨
📖Discover the Words and Pictures Online Library created by Gail Ellis and Tatia Gruenbaum: www.wordsandpictureslibrary.com (http://www.wordsandpictureslibrary.com)
18 Feb 2025
Session 2 - Episode 3 - Storytelling
In this episode, we dive into the power of storytelling in language teaching. We explore the key elements of storytelling and discuss how it can be an engaging tool not just for primary learners but especially for secondary students, who have more language to create and share their own stories.
Stories are a fantastic way to develop listening, speaking, and writing skills, making language learning more meaningful and memorable. We also share practical classroom ideas to help you bring storytelling to life with your students.
There’s bound to be at least one idea that sparks your interest—why not give it a try? And if you do, we’d love to hear about your experience! 🎙️✨
20 Dec 2024
Season 2 - Episode 2 - A Talk with Carlos Lindade about AI in Education 🎙️🤖
Carlos Lindade shares practical tips on harnessing AI in education to enhance student engagement and critical thinking.
19 Nov 2024
APPI Talks - Kick-off of Season 2 (Episode 1)
14 Jun 2024
APPI Talks Episode 6 - Interview with Aleksandra "Alex" Popovski - Graphic Novels in the ESL Classroom
🎙️ Podcast Announcement: Engaging the Classroom with Graphic Novels!
Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we dive into the world of graphic novels and their powerful impact on classroom learning. 📚✨
Graphic novels, combining visual art with written text, have gained significant recognition and popularity. These engaging tools can boost both reading and writing skills, particularly for reluctant readers and visually oriented learners.
Our guest today – Alex Popovski – will give us a few tips on how we can effectively incorporate graphic novels into our curriculum, transforming the way students interact with literature.
Alex, who is also the current president of IATEFL,
will also give us some information on the upcoming annual conference in 2025 which will take place in Scotland.
Stay tuned, and discover how graphic novels can revolutionize your teaching methods and enhance your students' learning experience.
🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!
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5 Jun 2024
APPI Talks Episode 5 - Interview with 3 "Ana's" - YLs, Mindfulness & Interculturalism
In this episode we explore the power of threes – We have a lineup of three educators named Anna, each sharing their unique experiences and perspectives.
First, we’ll delve into the magic of motivating very young learners with story books, revealing how storytelling can spark a lifelong love of learning.
Then, we’ll see how important it is to do something “new” when you go to a conference to enhance your professional development and to do a bit of networking as well as talk about the advantages of applying mindfulness in the classroom.
Finally, we’ll introduce the concept of interculturalism and discuss its crucial role in today’s diverse classroom and how you can use projects to expand this concept in the classroom.
From practical tips to thought-provoking discussions, this episode has it all. Stay tuned and enjoy the chat.
22 May 2024
APPI Talks Episode 4 - Formative Assessment with Annie Altamirano
In this episode, Anabel and Shawn interview Annie Altamirano, who gives an amazing overview of what Formative Assessment is while at the same time giving practical considerations for Formative Feedback, promoting student awareness of their abilities and the right feedback for them to build on the strengths and overcome their weaknesses.
15 May 2024
APPI Talks Episode 3 - A Recipe for Classroom Enjoyment
Anabel and Shawn whip up a wonderful recipe for classroom enjoyment. This is a discussion of some tips for promoting the best classroom atmosphere possible. Challenge and fun can go hand in hand!
3 May 2024
APPI Talks Episode 2C - A Focus on the 37th Annual APPI Conference
This podcast give some key information on the 37th Annual Conference. See you there!
1 May 2024
APPI Talks Episode 2 - A Talk with Sónia from APPI
In this episode, you can learn a little more about the history of APPI, hear a personal story about being passionate about English and becoming a teacher.
12 Apr 2024
APPI Talks Episode 1 - Introducing APPI Talks
Anabel and Shawn talk about the aim of APPI Talks - This is a podcast for teachers by teachers. Along the way, they share an idea for pair and group work.
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