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Equipping ELLs

Beth Vaucher, ELL, ESL Teachers

Equipping ELLs is a podcast for ESL specialists and homeroom teachers who are looking for effective and engaging ways to support their English Language Learners without adding to their endless to-do list. Each week you’ll hear tips, strategies, and inspirational stories that will empower you to better reach your ELL students, equip them with life-long skills, and strengthen relationships with colleagues and parents. Your host, Beth Vaucher, is an ESL certified homeroom teacher with over 10 years of

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All Episodes

35:29

180. Collaboration in ELL Classrooms: Expert tips...

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2025/05/23

Struggling to foster effective collaboration in your ELL classroom? In this episode of Equipping ELLs, host Beth Vaucher sits down with renowned expert Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld to explore the transformative power of collaboration among teachers. Discover practical strategies for co-teaching, building professional learning communities, and differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of your English language learners. Tune in for actionable tips and inspiring insights that will help you create

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43:44

179. Translanguaging and Literacy: Helping...

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2025/05/16

In this powerful and practical episode of the Equipping ELLs Podcast, host Beth Vaucher welcomes Sarah Knigge, an independent consultant and co-author focused on bilingual literacy, to unpack the essential role native language plays in developing English literacy for Spanish-speaking students. With years of experience as a bilingual teacher and program leader, Sarah shares actionable strategies for educators navigating the complex dynamics of supporting multilingual learners.Beth and Sarah begin by

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55:24

178. Creating Safe Classrooms: Trauma-Informed and...

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2025/05/09

In this powerful episode of the Equipping ELLs podcast, host Beth Vaucher sits down with two leading voices in trauma-informed and restorative education, Marg Thorsborne and Joe Brummer, for a deeply transformative conversation on rethinking student behavior, discipline, and classroom culture. Marg, a global pioneer in restorative practices, and Joe, a trauma survivor turned international peacebuilder, bring decades of lived experience and professional wisdom to the table. Together, they co-authored

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21:33

177. How Digital Portfolios Drive Student Success:...

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2025/05/02

How can I effectively track and showcase the progress of multilingual learners across all language domains when traditional assessments often fail to capture their growth?In this episode of Equipping ELLs, host Beth Vaucher is joined by Kelly Aldinger, a bilingual learning and development expert with a passion for fostering educational equity for multilingual learners. Kelly shares her expertise on the power of digital portfolios in showcasing language development, particularly in helping

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40:40

176. Reimagining Literacy: Prioritizing Family...

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2025/04/25

How can educators overcome the challenge of engaging multilingual families in their child's literacy development, especially when language barriers or cultural differences exist?In this enlightening episode of the Equipping ELLs Podcast, host Beth Vaucher is joined by Nawal Qarooni, an educator, writer, and adjunct professor who’s reshaping the approach to family engagement in education. With a holistic approach to literacy, Nawal dives deep into how families play a crucial role in literacy

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24:42

175. Talk for Writing: The Scaffolding Secret to...

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2025/04/18

In this episode of the Equipping ELLs podcast, host Beth Vaucher dives into one of the most transformative and practical frameworks for supporting English Language Learners (ELLs): Talk for Writing. Beth introduces listeners to this British-based strategy that builds students’ confidence in all four language domains - listening, speaking, reading, and writing - by starting with what students do best: talk.Beth shares how her own children’s bilingual school introduced her to Talk for Writing and how

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45:54

174. Making Language Accessible: Using GLAD to...

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2025/04/10

Are you struggling to support your English Language Learners without sacrificing academic rigor or adding more to your already full plate?In this powerful episode of the Equipping ELLs Podcast, host Beth Vaucher welcomes Bridget Dale, a Tier 4 OCDE Project GLAD trainer, educational consultant, and founder of Elevated Language Development, LLC. Bridget brings over 20 years of expertise in English language acquisition and inclusive education to the table, offering actionable insights for educators

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26:02

173. Unlocking Student Potential through Visible...

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2025/04/04

In this episode of the Equipping ELLs Podcast, host Beth Vaucher is joined by Shelley Love de Feliú, an experienced educator and math instructional coach with over 18 years of experience in the field. Shelley is the founder of Raising Thinkers and Raising Mathematicians, where she focuses on helping parents and educators nurture curiosity and critical thinking, especially in math. Together, they dive into the powerful concept of visible thinking, an educational framework that makes students'

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05:30

172. Simplifying ELL Instruction: A Series on...

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2025/03/28

Do you feel like instruction for your ELLs is overwhelming and complicated?Welcome to a brand-new series from the Equipping ELLs podcast! In this exciting kickoff episode, host Beth Vaucher sets the stage for a transformative journey designed to empower educators of multilingual learners. Whether you're teaching kindergarten or high school, this series will equip you with cutting-edge frameworks and actionable strategies to support English language learners (ELLs) more effectively than ever

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25:22

171. Building Writing Confidence: 5 Fun Routines for...

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2025/03/21

Welcome back to Equipping ELLs! In this final episode of our language domain series, host Beth Vaucher dives into one of the most challenging yet rewarding skills for English Language Learners: writing.If you’ve missed our previous episodes on listening, speaking, and reading, be sure to check them out, as all language domains build on each other to create a strong foundation for ELL students. Today, we tackle why writing is essential for language development, the common struggles ELL students face,

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27:03

170. 5 Essential Reading Routines for Supporting ELL...

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2025/03/14

Do your ELL students struggle with reading comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency—leaving you unsure how to support them? In this episode of the Equipping ELLs Podcast, Beth Vaucher tackles one of the toughest challenges for English learners: developing strong reading skills. As part of our series on supporting ELLs, Beth shares why reading is not just about decoding words, but about building comprehension, vocabulary, and academic language. You'll learn how to identify exactly where your students

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30:18

169. Empowering ELLs Through Speaking: 5 Practical...

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2025/03/07

Are your ELL students staying silent during class discussions no matter how much you encourage them to participate?After laying the groundwork with listening in our previous episode, today’s spotlight is on the speaking domain—arguably one of the most intimidating and vulnerable areas for ELL students.Speaking out loud in a new language can bring up fears of making mistakes, mispronunciations, and the anxiety of being judged by peers. But with the right classroom environment and simple, effective

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24:13

168. The Power of Listening: 5 Simple Routines to...

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2025/02/21

Have you ever wondered why your ELL students struggle with speaking, reading, or writing? The answer often comes down to one foundational skill: listening. In this episode, Beth Vaucher explores why listening is the gateway to all language learning, what makes it so challenging for English Language Learners, and—most importantly—five simple and effective routines you can implement right away to help your students strengthen their listening skills.Listening is often the most difficult skill for ELLs

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167. Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing: Simple...

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2025/02/18

Welcome back to the Equipping ELLs Podcast! In this episode, host Beth Vaucher kicks off a powerful new series designed to help you maximize the last few months of the school year without adding to your workload. If you’re feeling exhausted but still want to give your English Language Learners (ELLs) the best support possible, this episode is for you.Beth breaks down the critical role of language acquisition and the importance of focusing on the four essential domains: listening, speaking, reading,

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32:07

166. The Power of Being Bicultural: Lessons for...

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2025/02/14

Did you know that supporting your students' growth goes far beyond bilingualism and language itself?In this episode of Equipping ELLs, host Beth Vaucher welcomes Gabby Montenegro Rivera, a bilingual and bicultural educator with a powerful personal story. Gabby, who grew up in Panama with Colombian and Panamanian roots, shares her journey of embracing both Latin and American cultures, highlighting the challenges and advantages of being bicultural.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How early exposure

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44:50

165. Dismantling Misconceptions About ELLs: What...

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2025/02/07

Have you been told that your students' grades are all that matters as indicators of their success? They can figure out the rest on their own?In this eye-opening episode of Equipping ELLs, host Beth Vaucher sits down with the incredible Pamela Broussard, a veteran educator with over 30 years of experience working with multilingual learners, refugees, and students in high-need communities. Together, they dismantle the myth that multilingual learners will simply "figure things out" on their own

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35:10

164. Dismantling Misconceptions About ELLs: ...

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2025/01/31

Do you find yourself questioning whether the assessments you are giving are truly accomplishing what they are intended to accomplish?In this episode of Equipping ELLs, host Beth Vaucher welcomes two of the most influential voices in multilingual education and assessment: Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld and Dr. Margo Gottlieb. As part of the ongoing series, Dismantling Misconceptions About Multilingual Learners, this conversation focuses on rethinking assessment practices to better support English Language

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32:54

163. Dismantling Misconceptions About ELLS: Embracing...

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2025/01/24

In this transformative episode of the Equipping ELLs podcast, host Beth Vaucher is joined by the incredible Valentina Gonzalez, a former English Language Learner (ELL), educational consultant, and passionate advocate for multilingual students. Together, they tackle the widespread misconception that ELL students are starting from scratch in their educational journey. Valentina shares her personal experiences, professional insights, and actionable strategies to challenge this narrative and elevate the

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40:59

162. Dismantling Misconceptions About ELLs:...

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2025/01/17

In this episode of the Equipping ELLs podcast, host Beth Vaucher dives into dismantling misconceptions about English Language Learners (ELLs) with the help of Dr. Lillian Ardell. A bilingual education coach, keynote speaker, and advocate for multilingual equity, Dr. Ardell sheds light on the pervasive "monolingual bias" in education. Through real-life stories, she illustrates how this bias impacts teachers’ expectations and instructional strategies. Dr. Ardell passionately outlines her framework for

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05:21

161. Equipping ELLs: Dismantling Misconceptions for 2025

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2025/01/10

Are misconceptions and biases about multilingual learners holding your students back from reaching their full potential?Welcome to the Equipping ELLs podcast, your essential guide to supporting multilingual learners and fostering inclusive classrooms. Hosted by Beth Vaucher, founder of Inspiring Young Learners, this episode kicks off 2025 with exciting updates and a powerful new direction. This year, Equipping ELLs expands to YouTube, bringing engaging video content alongside the podcast you know

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