Episode 41: EAL Strategies for Trainee Teachers and ECTs | Practical Support for New Teachers with Helen Bodell | Talking Their Language with Helen Bodell

Welcome to Talking Their Language with Helen Bodell, the podcast for teachers, trainee teachers, early career teachers, EAL specialists, and educators who are passionate about supporting multilingual learners and creating inclusive classrooms.

In Episode 41, Helen Bodell is interviewed by Simeon Care from the Twinkl Trainee and ECT team in this special collaboration between the Twinkl EAL team and the Twinkl Trainee and ECT team.

Together, they explore practical EAL strategies for trainee teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs), sharing advice and classroom approaches to help new teachers confidently support pupils learning English as an Additional Language (EAL).

Starting a teaching career can feel overwhelming, and understanding how to support multilingual learners is an important part of creating an inclusive learning environment. This episode provides practical guidance, strategies, and resources to help new teachers develop confidence when working with EAL pupils.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Practical EAL strategies for trainee teachers and ECTs.
• How to create an inclusive classroom environment for multilingual learners.
• Ways to support language development across the curriculum.
• Tips for building confidence when teaching pupils learning EAL.
• Common questions new teachers have about EAL provision.
• Useful resources to support your journey as an educator.

Whether you are completing Initial Teacher Training (ITT), beginning your first teaching role, or supporting trainee teachers and ECTs, this episode offers practical ideas to help you make a positive difference for multilingual learners.

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