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Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Claudia Elliott, World Language educator
188 episodes
5 days ago
Send us a text There’s never a bad time of the year for a good game. Whether it’s November, May, or that wild week before a break — a well-chosen game can transform your classroom energy and boost your students’ confidence to use Spanish. In this re-release of one of the most-loved episodes of Growing With Proficiency, the Podcast, I sit down with Christina Margiore, a high-school Spanish teacher from Long Island (you might know her as @supersenora), to talk about how she uses games to lower ...
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Send us a text There’s never a bad time of the year for a good game. Whether it’s November, May, or that wild week before a break — a well-chosen game can transform your classroom energy and boost your students’ confidence to use Spanish. In this re-release of one of the most-loved episodes of Growing With Proficiency, the Podcast, I sit down with Christina Margiore, a high-school Spanish teacher from Long Island (you might know her as @supersenora), to talk about how she uses games to lower ...
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Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 10 Re-Release: Games That Get Students Talking with Christina Margiore
Send us a text There’s never a bad time of the year for a good game. Whether it’s November, May, or that wild week before a break — a well-chosen game can transform your classroom energy and boost your students’ confidence to use Spanish. In this re-release of one of the most-loved episodes of Growing With Proficiency, the Podcast, I sit down with Christina Margiore, a high-school Spanish teacher from Long Island (you might know her as @supersenora), to talk about how she uses games to lower ...
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3 days ago
40 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Re-Release Episode 89: Discover 5 Games to Boost Engagement & Community in Your World Language Class with Profe Valentina and Carolina Gómez
Send us a text Are you searching for low-prep games perfect for this busy time of year? Look no further! In this episode, join us as we welcome two incredible educators from Colombia, Profe Valentina and Carolina Gómez. They're here to share five engaging, low-prep games that are ideal for any classroom setting. These games are designed to boost engagement, foster community, review content, and add some fun to your daily routine. Who doesn't need a little extra fun, right? In this discussion,...
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1 week ago
52 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 168: How Can Task-Based Language Teaching Engage Students in Authentic Communication With Purpose? A conversation with Dr. Claudia Fernández
Send us a text Have you ever noticed that some students struggle to see their progress in an acquisition-driven classroom? When your lessons focus on comprehensible input and communication, progress can feel invisible to students used to “right or wrong” answers. That’s why Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) can be such a game-changer. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Claudia Fernández, one of the leading voices on TBLT, about how this approach helps students engage in authentic language use...
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 167: Rethinking Intermediate Classes with Comprehensible Input: A Conversation with Gary DiBianca
Send us a text Does comprehensible input still matter at the intermediate level? Absolutely. In this conversation with Gary DiBianca, he shares how he “levels up” intermediate classes by centering CI, intentionally modeling structures students can recycle (time frames, connectors, question stems), and layering authentic resources that stretch comprehension without overwhelming learners. You’ll hear: What changes—and what doesn’t—at intermediate: same CI foundation, deeper themes, tighter recy...
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3 weeks ago
53 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episodio 166: Cómo Enseñar a Estudiantes de Herencia: Estrategias, Rutinas y Pilares para el Aula de Español
Send us a text En este episodio en español de Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, converso con la Dra. Marta Silva sobre un tema esencial para profes de español: cómo enseñar a estudiantes de herencia. Exploramos la diferencia entre clases de herencia y de segunda lengua, y por qué es clave replantear nuestros objetivos, pilares y rutinas para apoyar a estos estudiantes de manera auténtica. En este episodio descubrirás: Los 4 pilares de las clases de herencia: sostenimiento de lengua y cul...
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3 weeks ago
1 hour 1 minute

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Re-Release of Episode 20: Class Jobs: Building Community, Boosting Engagement, and Saving Your Sanity
Send us a text Why am I re-releasing this episode? Because after a few weeks back in the classroom, I felt it again — that weight of doing everything myself: picking up pencils, erasing the board, answering endless “what did I miss?” emails. And I remembered… this episode holds the solution. In this powerful conversation with Annabelle Williamson (La Maestra Loca) and John Seifert, we dive deep into classroom jobs — not just what they are, but why they matter. Annabelle and John share: Their ...
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1 month ago
46 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 165: Listening to Silence: How to Use It to Understand and Engage Your Students in the Language Classroom
Send us a text Silence in the language classroom doesn’t mean students aren’t saying anything. Silence is information. In this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, we explore why silence can be a valuable source of information and how teachers can use it to foster curiosity, lower risk, and create more meaningful engagement. You’ll learn: The 3 main reasons students don’t respond to questionsHow to make your questions comprehensible and accessibleLow-prep strate...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 164: Are We Listening? Rethinking Accents, Comprehensibility, and Communication in Our Classrooms and Communities
Send us a text Are errors or strong accents really blocking communication—or is it about how we listen? 🎧 In this episode, I share why comments about my accent made me reflect on how we approach communication in our classrooms and in our teacher communities. Together, we’ll explore: Why the hidden goal of “sounding native” can get in the way of real communication.What research says about listening, comprehensibility, and sympathetic listeners.How we can become better listeners by valuing dive...
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1 month ago
27 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 163: Silent Discussions: A Simple Strategy to Boost Interpersonal Communication in Your Language Classes
Send us a text Have you ever felt like getting your students to really use the target language with each other is the hardest thing? You want them to share ideas, agree or disagree, and ask questions. But when the moment comes, silence takes over—or worse, they switch to English. In this episode, I sit down with my friend and incredible Spanish teacher, Chelsea Lawrence, to talk about a game-changing strategy: Silent Discussions. ✨ What you’ll learn in this episode: What Silent Discussions ar...
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1 month ago
54 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 162: Students Didn’t Meet Expectations? Why That’s Not the Real Problem
Send us a text As teachers, we’ve all been there—you’ve planned the lesson, you’ve given directions, and then… your students just don’t meet the expectations. Blank stares, missing homework, silence after a question. 😩 But here’s the thing: maybe unmet expectations aren’t really the problem. In this episode, I sit down with Becca Silver, founder of The Whole Educator, to explore how shifting our mindset can transform frustration into curiosity—and how that shift can change the way we connect ...
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episodio 161: Momentos Auténticos Para Fomentar Interacciones en Español en Clase
Send us a text Seguro te ha pasado: das tu clase en español con toda la energía, pero hay un silencio total. Esa desconexión cansa y desmotiva, porque lo que más deseamos como profes es escuchar a nuestros estudiantes usar el español de manera auténtica. En este episodio hablamos de cómo crear momentos auténticos en clase: oportunidades naturales y significativas para que los estudiantes reaccionen, escuchen y se comuniquen en español sin sentir tanta presión. Te comparto tres pasos cla...
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2 months ago
28 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 160: Routines That Stick: Save Time, Reduce Stress, and Maximize Target Language Use
Send us a text Save time, reduce stress, and maximize target language use—because that’s how you create a sustainable school year, profe. 🌟 In this episode, we’re diving into routines: those small but powerful structures that keep your class running smoothly. I’ll walk you through why they matter, the key mindset shifts to make them stick, and practical examples you can start using right away. Because here’s the truth—routines only work if you keep them clear, model them step by step, and sti...
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2 months ago
39 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 159: How to Transform Open House Into a Trust-Building Moment
Send us a text Open House isn’t just about sharing rules—it’s your chance to build trust with parents, spark curiosity, and show them how their students can thrive in your class. In this episode, Claudia walks you through her 7–8 minute Open House plan, including what she skips, what she highlights, and how a simple Spanish “mini-lab” makes parents leave confident and excited about language learning. ✨ Takeaways: Why you should skip the long rule list and focus on what makes your class ...
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2 months ago
18 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 158: How to Boost Target Language Use with Routines, Play, and Student Connections
Send us a text In this episode of Growing With Proficiency, I’m joined by my friends and fellow educators Annabelle Williamson (La Maestra Loca) and Elissa McLean to share our biggest takeaways from Conference in the Cloud. We talk about simple, high-impact strategies to help you use more target language in your classroom without adding stress: Routines that make Spanish (or any language) the default from day onePlayful moments that spark joy and engagement—like the Platos game from Will Adam...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 157: What Does It Really Mean to Teach for Acquisition? 3 Key Skills Every Language Teacher Needs
Send us a text How do we move from teaching about a language to using it to communicate—authentically, meaningfully, and joyfully? In this special live episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, I sit down with two powerhouses in the world of language acquisition—Dr. Karen Lichtman and Jason Fritze—to answer a BIG question: 👉 What does it actually mean to teach for acquisition? We explore what the research says, what this looks like in real classrooms, and the three core teaching skill...
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2 months ago
45 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 156: Planning With Purpose — A Conversation with Dr. Diane Neubauer & Dr. Reed Riggs
Send us a text Planning for acquisition isn’t about perfection—it’s about intention. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Diane Neubauer and Dr. Reed Riggs for one of the most meaningful conversations I’ve ever had about lesson planning in the world language classroom. We explore what it means to plan with purpose—centering curiosity, communication, and student connection instead of rigid structures or vocabulary lists. ✨ Key takeaways: Why essential questions can guide your unit bet...
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3 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 155: What Happened When I Taught My Students About Language Acquisition and Proficiency
Send us a text What happens when students expect grammar charts, parents want vocabulary lists, and administrators walk in asking, “Why are YOU doing all the talking?” If you’ve felt that tension, this episode is for you. In this final episode of the Back to School Series, I share the exact lesson I use in the first week of school that changed a lot for me—how I shifted from feeling questioned and defensive to confidently leading my students, parents, and administrators through the “why” of h...
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3 months ago
29 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 154: What to Prioritize the First Week of School-Back to School Series
Send us a text The first week of school can feel like a whirlwind—there’s excitement, anticipation, and let’s be honest… pressure. What should you do first? What’s most important? And how can you make sure you’re setting up your students (and yourself!) for a successful, sustainable year? In this episode, I’m opening up about what I actually prioritize during that first week of school in my Spanish classroom. I’m sharing what I focus on (and what I no longer stress about), how I build trust a...
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3 months ago
34 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episode 153: Back To School Series: Planning a Sustainable Year in the World Language Classroom: Five Steps for Success
Send us a text Planning for a new school year can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to create a class centered on communication and proficiency, not grammar features. In this episode, I walk you through five intentional steps to help you map out your year with clarity and sustainability. You’ll learn how to prioritize compelling input, build a flexible curriculum map, and keep your students’ needs and your well-being at the center of your planning. This episode will help ...
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3 months ago
30 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episodio 152: 5 claves para comenzar el año escolar con claridad, conexión y sostenibilidad
Send us a text ¿Tienes todo listo para un nuevo año escolar que no solo funcione, sino que se sienta bien? En este episodio te comparto las 5 claves esenciales para un regreso a clases intencional, humano y sostenible en tu clase de español. En vez de empezar en modo “supervivencia”, este año te invito a comenzar con claridad, conexión y propósito. Estas estrategias están pensadas para adaptarse a tu contexto real y ayudarte a enseñar con más calma y más impacto. Aquí están las 5 claves que e...
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3 months ago
49 minutes

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Send us a text There’s never a bad time of the year for a good game. Whether it’s November, May, or that wild week before a break — a well-chosen game can transform your classroom energy and boost your students’ confidence to use Spanish. In this re-release of one of the most-loved episodes of Growing With Proficiency, the Podcast, I sit down with Christina Margiore, a high-school Spanish teacher from Long Island (you might know her as @supersenora), to talk about how she uses games to lower ...