Language Educators' Exchange
The Language Educators' Exchange is a podcast for language enthusiasts and learners of all levels, hosted by Drs. Sarah Albrecht and Aniqa Shah. Every month, we dive into the fascinating world of language teaching and learning, offering expert insights and practical tips from language educators and researchers. Our episodes are packed with the latest techniques in language teaching and ideas for turning research into practice. We invite you to tune in on the 15th of every month to join us for engaging discussions that will enhance your teaching journey and inspire your passion for language education!
Language Educators' Exchange
Episode 5: Teaching Adult Language Learners: Making it Relevant
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Jennifer Dalzell about designing and implementing effective educational programs for adult language learners. Jennifer is a dynamic educator, researcher, and school leader with over 15 years of experience in leadership roles within educational and community organizations. She has also taught extensively in community colleges and adult public charter schools. Throughout her career, she has held several key leadership positions, including being a founder and manager of a bilingual teaching assistant program, professional development specialist, and director of adult education. Currently, she serves as the Chief Academic Officer at a charter school in Washington, DC, specializing in adult literacy education. During our conversation, Jennifer focuses on the unique characteristics of adult language learners and offers tips on designing learning experiences that make the learning process relevant to and effective for this group.
