Talking their language with Helen Bodell

Welcome to Talking Their Language , the podcast that bridges the gap between educators and the diverse students they teach. Hosted by Helen Bodell from Twinkl EAL, an experienced educator and passionate advocate for inclusive multilingual learning, this show is dedicated to exploring innovative teaching strategies, effective communication techniques, and culturally responsive practices that resonate with every learner.Join Helen as she engages with expert guests, shares inspiring stories, and offers practical tips to help educators create meaningful connections with their students. Whether you're a seasoned teacher or just starting out, each episode is packed with insights that will empower you to foster a more inclusive and effective classroom environment.Tune in to Talking Their Language and discover how to make every voice heard in your educational journey!Explore our EAL resources: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1f3rwa

Talking their language with Helen Bodell is a education podcast hosted by Helen Bodell, with 51 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Helen Bodell hosts Talking their language with Helen Bodell, a education show with 51 episodes published.

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  Episode Forty-Eight - Embracing Multilingualism as an Asset with Natasha Viñales

  Apr 27, 202634 minS0

  <p>Episode Forty-Eight - Embracing Multilingualism as an Asset with Natasha Viñales:</p><p>In this episode, we sit down with Natasha Vinales, an advocate for multilingual education and equity, to explore the transformative power of multilingualism in today’s globalised world. Drawing insights from her article "Multilingualism is Not Support for Some, It is Pedagogy for All", Natasha challenges the traditional view of multilingualism as a mere "support" for non-native speakers and instead presents it as an educational asset for every learner.</p><p>Through this conversation, we unpack how multilingualism can enhance cognitive abilities, foster empathy, and crea...

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  Episode Forty-Seven - In Conversation with NALDIC: Championing Multilingualism

  Mar 2, 202651 minS0

  <p>Episode Forty-Seven - In Conversation with NALDIC: Championing Multilingualism:</p><p>In this episode, I’m joined by Christina Richardson, Chair of NALDIC, and Tracey Costley, Vice Chair of NALDIC.</p><p>NALDIC (National Association for Language Development in the Curriculum) is the UK’s leading subject association for English as an Additional Language (EAL). The organisation supports educators working with multilingual learners across all phases of education, promotes research-informed practice, influences national policy, and advocates for high-quality provision for children and young people who use English as an additional language.</p><p>In our conversation, we explore the implic...

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  Episode Forty-Six - Understanding the Silent Period in Multilingual Classrooms with Adrienn Szlapak

  Mar 2, 202647 minS0

  <p>Episode Forty-Six - Understanding the Silent Period in Multilingual Classrooms with Adrienn Szlapak:</p><p>In this episode, we speak with Adri about the silent period in EAL - what it is, why it’s a natural and typical part of language acquisition, and why there is still not enough high-quality CPD available to help educators understand and support it effectively. Adri shares practical insights to help schools reframe silence not as a concern, but as a crucial stage in the language-learning journey.</p><p>Adri is an experienced EAL/ESL specialist and academic manager. Once an EAL learner hers...

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  Episode Forty-Five - SALT Meets EAL: Practical Language Insights with Ella McKenzie

  Mar 2, 202625 minS0

  <p>Episode Forty-Five - SALT Meets EAL: Practical Language Insights with Ella McKenzie:</p><p>Ella is a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist and the Speech and Language Therapy Educational Content Lead at Twinkl, with experience supporting communication across early years, clinic, specialist provision, and mainstream school settings. Ella has worked closely with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create inclusive environments that enable every learner to communicate with confidence.</p><p>Her areas of interest include early language development, Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), and the use of total communication approaches; supporting individuals to understand and express themselves through speech...

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  Episode Forty-Four - Inclusive Reading for Multilingual Classrooms with Twinkl Originals

  Sep 24, 202555 minS0

  <p>Episode Forty-Four – Inclusive Reading for Multilingual Classrooms with the Twinkl Originals Team:</p><p>In this episode, we sit down with the Twinkl Originals team - a talented group of teachers, illustrators, and designers passionate about creating inclusive children’s books. Together, they share how Twinkl Originals stories are designed to give every child, including multilingual learners, easy access to a huge library of engaging reading experiences.</p><p>We explore how inclusive storytelling can support EAL (English as an Additional Language) learners, open doors to reading confidence, and celebrate diversity in the classroom. Whether read as eBooks, enjoyed on t...

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