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Talking ELT

Talking ELT

By: Oxford University Press ELT
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 Talking ELT is the easiest place to hear about the big issues in language, where you'll learn everything you need to know in 20 minutes or less. Discover the latest trends, explore new approaches, and stay up to date with the issues you’re curious about. Join guests from around the world as we share stories, ideas, and tips to improve your teaching and brighten your day.© 2023 Language Learning
Episodes
  • Generation Alpha: Keeping Gen Alpha Engaged - Motivation, Attention & Real-World Learning

    Generation Alpha: Keeping Gen Alpha Engaged - Motivation, Attention & Real-World Learning
    Aug 14 2025
    In the final episode of our Generation Alpha series, we explore the heart of modern classroom challenges: how to engage students with shorter attention spans and tech-shaped expectations. Our expert guests unpack the neuroscience of motivation, the power of chunking and multimodality, and the role of gamification—both its benefits and its pitfalls. Discover practical strategies for boosting attention, fostering intrinsic motivation, and co-creating learning experiences that resonate with Gen Alpha. Plus, we dive into the importance of growth mindset, real-world relevance, and how to involve parents in meaningful ways. A must-watch for educators navigating the evolving landscape of 21st-century learning. For more insights and practical strategies, explore Erika Galea and Olga Sayer’s book Generation Alpha in the Classroom: New Approaches to Learning—a neuroscience-informed guide for teaching today’s learners - > https://oxelt.gl/4lkXtwU
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    32 mins
  • Generation Alpha: Teaching in the Age of AI - Gen Alpha, Tech & the Evolving Role of Educators

    Generation Alpha: Teaching in the Age of AI - Gen Alpha, Tech & the Evolving Role of Educators
    Aug 14 2025
    In the third episode of our Generation Alpha series, we tackle the intersection of technology, AI, and education. Discover how Gen Alpha’s relationship with tech affects attention spans, emotional regulation, and classroom engagement. Our guests share insights into the evolving role of teachers—from content deliverers to facilitators of metacognition and emotional intelligence. Learn how to use tech meaningfully, avoid overstimulation, and build deeper connections with students in a rapidly changing educational landscape. For more insights and practical strategies, explore Erika Galea and Olga Sayer’s book Generation Alpha in the Classroom: New Approaches to Learning—a neuroscience-informed guide for teaching today’s learners - > https://oxelt.gl/4lkXtwU
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    31 mins
  • Generation Alpha: Are Gen Alpha Losing Social Skills? Teaching Empathy in a Hyper-Digital World

    Generation Alpha: Are Gen Alpha Losing Social Skills? Teaching Empathy in a Hyper-Digital World
    Aug 14 2025
    In episode 2 of our Generation Alpha series, we explore the social side of Generation Alpha—how they connect, communicate, and collaborate in a digital-first world. Our guests unpack the neuroscience behind empathy, mirror neurons, and emotional development, revealing how online interaction impacts offline social skills. Learn practical strategies for fostering face-to-face communication, empathy, and emotional regulation in the classroom. This episode is a must-listen for educators navigating the complexities of teaching socially aware but digitally immersed learners. For more insights and practical strategies, explore Erika Galea and Olga Sayer’s book Generation Alpha in the Classroom: New Approaches to Learning—a neuroscience-informed guide for teaching today’s learners - > https://oxelt.gl/4lkXtwU
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    25 mins
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