Dr. Liam Printer and Olly from Transform MFL on Language Learning

Описание: 🎧 Join Dr. Liam Printer for this summary of his interview with Olly from Transform MFL on episode 30 of the Motivated Classroom Podcast about reinvigorating language learning and the importance of a holistic approach to teaching languages. 🌍 Olly dives into the limitations of the traditional language curriculum, especially in the UK, where many students feel disconnected from topics like holidays or hobbies. These irrelevant themes can leave students feeling alienated and unmotivated. 🚫

Olly advocates for a systemic change in language education, encouraging a public conversation about what the purpose of learning a language should be in today’s world. He emphasizes the importance of cultural understanding and creating classrooms where students see the true value of being multilingual. By making language learning relevant, teachers can inspire students to see the world through new lenses. 🌐

Additionally, the episode explores the need for a personalized approach to vocabulary acquisition, moving beyond the traditional GCSE vocab list. Olly highlights the importance of using meaningful language structures that students will actually use, rather than focusing on rote memorization of frequent words.

This conversation is a must-listen for language teachers looking to reimagine their approach to teaching and ensure their students are engaged, motivated, and ready for the 21st-century world. 🎧

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