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Ania Karwowska PolCa Languages

Welcome to "Up Your Teaching"! Get ready to embark on an exciting podcast journey that combines the world of English language learning with a deep dive into the fascinating realm of Dyslexia and ADHD. I"m your host, Ania Karwowska, and I"m thrilled to be your guide in exploring the science behind dyslexia and debunking its myths.Join me as I uncover the latest scientific research, educational approaches, and innovative technologies that can empower dyslexic students to excel in their English

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7:48

Dyslexia in the ESL Classroom method ®

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2025/03/21

Do you have data, or just an opinion?This is the question that should be asked every single time someone claims that “this method works” or “this is the best way to learn.”Because in education (and beyond), intuition is often misleading.🔹 People once believed that language learning was a matter of "absorption" – today, we know it's about structured strategies and explicit instruction. 🔹 For years, dyslexic students were told to "just practice more" – but research shows they don’t need more

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7:04

Remove constructivism from Your EFL Classroom

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2025/02/09

Is constructivism holding your students back? In this episode, I`ll break down the flaws of constructivist teaching and explore research-backed alternatives that actually improve learning outcomes. Join me as we challenge the popular "student-led discovery" approach and discuss why explicit instruction, direct teaching, and structured learning environments lead to better retention and deeper understanding.We’ll dive into: ✅ The cognitive science behind why constructivism often fails ✅ How minimal

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8:42

The Osmosis Myth, and the Perils of Overdelivering.

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2025/01/12

In this episode, I delve into teachers` nightmares and students who expect to learn by osmosis.We`ve been trained to overdeliver, and I delve into the hilarious (and sometimes harrowing) reality of teachers’ nightmares—those students who assume learning can happen by sheer osmosis.I am discussing why many of us feel compelled to overdeliver in the classroom (and in life) and how this tendency can lead to burnout.I recorded this episode in December, and I closed many processes. This episode is the

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8:42

The Osmosis Myth, and the Perils of Overdelivering.

Up Your Teaching: Transforming ELT & Learning Beyond... ·

2025/01/12

In this episode, I delve into teachers` nightmares and students who expect to learn by osmosis.We`ve been trained to overdeliver, and I delve into the hilarious (and sometimes harrowing) reality of teachers’ nightmares—those students who assume learning can happen by sheer osmosis.I am discussing why many of us feel compelled to overdeliver in the classroom (and in life) and how this tendency can lead to burnout.I recorded this episode in December, and I closed many processes. This episode is the

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5:50

Deep Reading

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2025/01/09

In this episode, I delve into the fascinating science behind reading, exploring concepts like neuronal recycling, the visual Word Form Area (VWFA), and why deep reading remains essential in our digital age. Drawing from research by Maryanne Wolf and Stanislas Dehaene, I`m discussing how reading involves repurposing neural circuits originally designed for other cognitive tasks and why this evolutionary adaptation is so critical for literacy development.Tune in and share it with your friend !

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7:04

How not to fail your students. AKA, remove...

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2024/12/13

Your students need help to make progress in their English learning journey? It`s been a while but they can`t read or simply guess because they were taught to figure it out from the context? It might not be their effort—or even yours—but the teaching philosophy at play. In this episode, I`m examining constructivism and its impact on the EFL classroom.Tune in and learn why this popular, learner-centered approach is holding your students back and how evidence-based, structured teaching methods can

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11:31

Teaching Reading to Dyslexic EFL Students.The How and...

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2024/11/22

Teaching Reading to Dyslexic EFL Students.The How and the Why! In this episode I`m discussing the How and Why behind Reading and why dyslexic EFL students are failed by the system.Reading is a fundamental skill and learning to Read In English is a human right, communication will never cut it.I`m launching my course on teaching reading to Dyslexic EFL/ESL Students, you can sign up to the waitlist and get a discount HERE ,Give me a follow on Linked IN and visit my Website.

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6:39

Why Isn’t Your Dyslexic EFL Student Isn`t Reading Yet?"

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2024/10/31

Here’s what’s inside this episode:Why Research Matters Comparing Reading Skills5 Reasons Why Your Students Struggle ?Tune in on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Hi, I`m Ania Karwowska aka PolCa Languages & Logika Języka dla Dyslektyka (for my Polish audience), I preach and teach about Dyslexia in the EFL Context,I`m on linked in, you can also check my website.

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21:53

Neurodiversity, and Patient-Centered Care: Navigating...

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2024/10/13

In this episode of Up Your Teaching, I`m diving with Shweta Ramkumar into the essential skills that ESL healthcare professionals need to excel in their careers.Shweta, after 15 years of experience in both the healthcare and ESL industries has seen firsthand the impact that strong communication, empathy, and assertiveness can have in the workplace. As a lifelong educator—and the daughter of a physician—Shweta has founded Healthy Dynamics to equip ESL Healthcare workers with the tools and strategies

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21:53

Neurodiversity, and Patient-Centered Care: Navigating...

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2024/10/13

Neurodiversity, and Patient-Centered Care: Navigating Differences, Adapting Communication Styles, and Providing Inclusive Care. In this episode I dive with Shweta Ramkumar, into the essential "soft skills" that ESL healthcare professionals need to excel in their careers. Shweta, after 15 years of experience in both the healthcare and ESL industries, has seen firsthand the impact that strong communication, empathy, and assertiveness can have in the workplace. As a lifelong educator—and the daughter

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6:23

Reading and textbooks,When did it all go wrong?

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2024/10/08

In this episode, I`m talking about reading and textbooks.ELT industry and science do not go hand in hand.As Pinker once said, print is optional for humankind. The textbooks overlook this important fact. Children are taught to guess, not to read.Join me on this journey to rediscover the scientific foundations of reading and to advocate for a more engaging and practical approach to language learning.If you know a Polish textbook that you`d highly recommend, email me at hello@aniakarwowska.com.And join

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12:09

Decoding Dyslexia: What Reading is All About and How...

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2024/09/18

Join me for an insightful exploration of dyslexia and the art of teaching reading. In this episode, we delve into the core concepts of reading and the critical role of explicit instruction in helping individuals, especially those with dyslexia, unlock their full potential.Teaching Reading to ESL Students: Exploring the similarities between teaching reading to English Language Learners and students with dyslexia, emphasizing the importance of explicit instruction and foundational skills.Whether

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18:13

Navigating the Bilingual Journey-Parents of Bilingual...

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2024/09/17

Join us: Sandra Walecka from Polski na Emigracji & me, your host with the most ;) for a special episode dedicated to the Parents of Bilingual Children Summit.This episode is unique because we`re discussing our new baby, A Polish Summit for Parents of Bilingual Children.Discover invaluable insights and practical advice from experts and parents who have successfully raised bilingual children. Rest assured that, with time, there`ll be an English Edition as well.Follow us on FB and join us;

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8:12

Teaching Listening and Reading to Dyslexic EFL Students

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2024/08/01

In this episode I`m discussing Listening and Reading in the context of an EFL Classroom and Dyslexia.You`ll learn how to teach fluency,how to boost Reading Comprehension,how to teach Listening and more.If you wan to learn more follow me on Linked In .

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10:21

Is Dyslexia a gift?

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2024/06/25

Is Dyslexia a gift?In this episode, I discuss whether we should perceive Dyslexia as a gift or empower our students without labeling them.Taking them from where they are to where they should be?Tune in and listen!and if you want to meet me and be trained by me in Poland fill in the form.references:Carioti, D., Masia, M. F., Travellini, S., & Berlingeri, M. (2021). Orthographic depth and developmental dyslexia: A meta-analytic study. Annals of Dyslexia, 71, 399–438.

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25:06

Teacher chat with Idiom Renata Kucharska. Be your own...

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2024/06/16

In this episode, I`m chatting with IDIOM Renata Kucharskaabout her journey from a state school teacher to a biz owner, material creator, and mentoring novice teachers.Renata shares why teachers should move from precarity and uncertainty to setting boundaries and being their captain.Dive in and browse through Renata`s unique online store, check out her materials and webinars, especially if you`re treading the uneasy waters of freelancing andgive her a follow on Facebook andLinked in.

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12:13

Dyslexia and Spelling.EFL Dyslexic Students can and...

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2024/06/12

English makes sense, it is a very logical and organized language. One of the biggest fallacies is telling Dyslexic Students that they can`t grasp spelling.In this episode I`m talking about Spelling and how it can be taught.If you want to dive into the world of spelling sign up for Dyslexia Toolkit`s waitlist.

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11:05

Two heads are better than one.Grammar and writing are...

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2024/05/29

In this episode, I discuss the interconnectedness of grammar, reading, and writing.Teaching grammar is not about mindless translation; it’s about understanding the structure and function of language. Grammar encompasses decoding, working memory, morphology, syntax, and vocabulary.Dyslexic EFL students need explicit grammar instruction to become better readers and writers to fully engage with the language. This instruction helps them recognize patterns, understand sentence structure, and build a

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10:19

Grammar is the backbone of the language and it needs...

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2024/05/15

Grammar is the backbone of the language.In this episode I`m talking about grammar and why it should be taught explicitly.You cannot build a house on a quicksand. Dyslexic EFL Students can and should grasp grammar. There`s no skilled writing without grammar; communication without grammar is ineffective.I`ll be running a webinar and a paid training in June, follow me on linked in to be in the loop.Share this podcast with your friends, I want it to grow and if you like it, buy me a coffee.

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10:12

How to tell good science from bad?

Up Your Teaching: Transforming ELT & Learning Beyond... ·

2024/04/11

Jump into mastering the vital skill of distinguishing between truth and myths in education with this lively episode of Up Your Teaching. I'm honing in on English Language Teaching (ELT), and I'll show you how to spot trustworthy educational approaches in a world of questionable claims.I'm getting straight to the point with no-nonsense advice on assessing the legitimacy of different teaching methods and materials. Listen in as I chat with authorities in evidence-based education who'll spotlight the

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