3. Navigating English as a Second Language in the Classroom with Jessica Madsen

Join us in this episode as we sit down with Jessica Madsen, a versatile educator with extensive experience in English language teaching and learning. Jessica shares her journey from studying linguistics to becoming an English language teacher to non-native speakers. She discusses how her passion for language and second language acquisition led her to discover the joy of teaching. Throughout her career, Jessica has worked with diverse learners in various countries, including the United States, Saudi Arabia, and China.

In our conversation, Jessica highlights the importance of motivation and engagement in language education, both for students and curriculum designers. She emphasizes the need to make learning relevant and meaningful, connecting it to students' lives and individual needs.