About the Podcast
Hello, welcome to the ELLLO Teacher Podcast, where we talk about teaching languages and discuss topics relates to the language instructions, especially regarding listening and technology.
Why Natural Speech Matters
In this episode of ELLLO Teacher, Todd talks about the importance of extemporaneous speech — language that is spoken naturally rather than scripted and read aloud.
Teaching Listening
Naheen Mardarbukus-Ring is an expert in teaching listening. She joins the podcast to talk about different listening skills in tasks for EFL and ESL learners. She discusses bottom-up listening, top-down listening, intensive listening, extensive listening and note-taking.
World English(es)
Todd talks with Dr. Chris Haswell, an expert in World English(es) and the cohost of the podcast Lost in Citation.
Teaching with Zoom
Todd welcomes the first guest on the show, Jose Domingo Cruz, a long time friend and recent author of the book, Teaching with Zoom - An Advanced User's Guide.
Goldfish365 - Online Listening Site
Jose Domingo Cruz returns to discuss his website, Goldfish365, which features authentic listening lessons similar to ELLLO, the site created by the podcast host, Todd Beuckens.
Welcome to the Podcast
In the first episode, the host of the show, Todd Beuckens, explains what the podcast will be about and what listeners can expect to hear on the show.
Meet the Host
My name is Todd Beuckens, and I am an ESL teacher in Japan. I also create ELLLO and have been teaching EFL for over 30 years. I also hold an M.A. in Education, specializing in Learning, Design, and Technology.
