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For season 7 episode 1 of the Kate Languages Podcast, I answered some great questions from my lovely listeners. Here's a summary of my answers - to listen to the episode in full, click "play" above.
1. How Can We Increase GCSE Uptake and Motivate Reluctant Learners?
This remains a significant conc...
The fifth episode of season 6 of the Kate Language Podcast was all about effective questioning and checking for understanding.
Click above to listen to the whole episode - here is a summary of what I said.
Effective Strategies for Checking Understanding in MFL
When delivering language lessons, h...
For the fourth episode of season 6 of the Kate Languages Podcast, I discussed my thoughts on how to stretch and challenge all pupils in MFL.
To listen to the full episode, click above.
Rethinking Stretch and Challenge in MFL Teaching
As a former gifted and talented coordinator, I've evolved in my...
For the third episode of season 6 of the Kate Languages Podcast, I talked about red flags that give you a clue that it's time to quit... or at least move to a new school or job.
Here is a summary of the episode - click above to listen to the episode in full.
Knowing When to Quit: Five Signs It's T...
For the first episode of Season 6 of the Kate Languages Podcast, I answered some fantastic questions submitted by my lovely Instagram community.
Here is a summary of my answers - click above to listen to the episode in full.
Why Are Students Struggling More Than Ever with Instructions?
I think a ...
Teaching Phonics in MFL: Beyond Simple Pronunciation
Here is a summary of the final episode of Season 5 of The Kate Languages Podcast. To listen to the full episode, click "play" above.
In this episode, I explored a crucial aspect of language teaching that's gaining renewed importance: teaching ph...
In this episode of the Kate Languages Podcast, I talked about different ways of making a bit of extra cash as an MFL teacher. From private tuition, to teaching resources and delivering workshops/webinars, here is a summary of 5 ways you can make some extra money today.
To listen to the episode in f...
Exploiting One Text: A Time-Saving Approach to Language Teaching
In this episode of the Kate Languages Podcast, I shared with you a teaching methodology I've been developing and implementing for quite some time now: exploiting one text. This approach has been a game-changer for me, saving time and ...
Q&A Episode 4 - Teacher Resilience, Language Skills, and Classroom Tips
This was my 4th Q&A episode, which was released in September 2023. In the episode, I discussed my September resolutions (listen to the episode to find out what they were!) and answered some great questions from listeners.
Here...
The New MFL GCSE: What to Expect in 2026
In this episode of the Kate Languages Podcast, I talked you through the new Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) GCSE. With first teaching starting in September 2024 and first examinations in May/June 2026, it may have seemed a little way off when I recorded this ...
Social Media for Teachers: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
In this episode of the Kate Languages Podcast, I explored the positives, the negatives, and yes, even the downright ugly aspects of social media in the world of education.
My feelings about social media have evolved a little since I recor...
Q&A Episode 3 - my thoughts on the new GCSE and who was my favourite teacher?!
This was my third Q&A episode, in which I answered a couple of questions about the new MFL GCSEs (first exams 2026) and a couple of fun questions about my favourite teacher and an interesting place I've used my languages...
