In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Dr. Darcy Lear, a Lecturer at the University of Chicago, whose expertise in foreign and second language education is truly exceptional. Dr. Lear holds a PhD from the Ohio State University and an MA from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Her dedication to languages for specific purposes (LSP) is evident through her teaching, publications, and presentations, including courses like "Spanish for the Professions" and "Spanish for Public Interest Law in the U.S."

Dr. Lear's contributions to the field are remarkable, with books such as Integrating Career Preparation into Language Courses and the introductory Spanish textbook Conéctate, which she co-authored with Grant Goodall.

Today, we delve into the fascinating intersection of LSP and career readiness, exploring how instructors can seamlessly integrate these elements into language curriculum. Join us as we unravel the importance of preparing students for real-world language use and equipping them with the skills they need to thrive in diverse professional settings.

So grab your headphones and get ready to enhance your understanding of Languages for Specific Purposes and Career Readiness with Dr. Darcy Lear. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

BONUS: Check out Darcy's excellent Letter of Recommendation resource here!

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating realm of Global Education. Joining us is Erin Austin, an award-winning teacher and accomplished author, known for her innovative approach to language teaching.

Erin takes us on a journey beyond traditional language learning, sharing insights on how world language educators can globalize their classrooms. From leveraging technology to connecting with classrooms around the world, Erin provides practical strategies for creating a truly immersive and globally-minded language learning experience.

Whether you're a language teacher seeking fresh ideas or simply curious about the future of education, this episode promises inspiration and actionable takeaways. Tune in as we unlock the secrets to going global in the world language classroom with Erin Austin, a trailblazer in the field.

Key resources from the episode:

Going Global in the World Language Classroom on Routledge's website (which has frequent site-wide sales): https://www.routledge.com/Going-Global-in-the-World-Language-Classroom-Ideas-Strategies-and-Resources/Austin/p/book/9781032467214

The Asia Society: https://asiasociety.org/

World Savvy: https://worldsavvy.org/

Harvard Graduate School of Education: https://www.gse.harvard.edu/

UNC World View: https://worldview.unc.edu/

NEA Foundation Global Learning Fellowship: https://www.neafoundation.org/educator-grants-and-fellowships/global-learning-fellowship/

Erin's YouTube channel (which includes videos about global education): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTV6yZ8InE5P5puwRIdh5Nw

Twitter: @Erin-EH-Austin

IG: @erin_eh_austin

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/erin-eh-austin

You should be thinking about ways AI can impact your teaching. For language teachers, there is no better source on this than Joe Dale. 

Check out the show notes below, which were of course generated in part by AI!* 

And check out all the amazing tools and resources Joe offers his subscribers and webinar attendees!

Topics Discussed:

• The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Education: Exploring the impact of AI on language teaching and professional development.
• Joe Dale’s Professional Development Initiatives: A focus on AI in education, including webinars and face-to-face training.
• AI as a Teaching Assistant: How AI can change approaches to language teaching, including creating activities and resources.
• Utilising AI in Language Learning: Joe Dale’s experiences in using ChatGPT and other AI tools for educational purposes.
• The Potential and Limitations of AI in Education: Addressing the capabilities of AI in enhancing teaching and learning processes.
• Ethical Considerations in Using AI: Emphasising the importance of responsible use of AI in educational settings.
• Future of AI in Education: Discussing the ongoing evolution of AI tools and their implications for language teaching.

AI/Language Learning Tools and links:

• Joe Dale's 4-part webinar series on AI and language teaching (recordings available): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resource-creation-with-chatgpt-a-game-changer-for-language-teachers-tickets-756292269537
• Joe Dale on Twitter: https://twitter.com/joedale
• Joe Dale on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-dale-07338a13
• Joe Dale's YouTube channel with webinar recordings: https://www.youtube.com/@JoeDale
• ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com/chat
• Google Bard:https://bard.google.com/chat
• Claude:https://claude.ai
• Bing Chat: https://www.bing.com/chat
• Dall-E: https://openai.com/dall-e-2/
• PowerPoint Designer: https://designer.microsoft.com/image-creator

• Other useful links:
• Joe Dale's Facebook group "Language Teaching with AI": https://www.facebook.com/groups/languageteachingwithai
• Association for Language Learning (ALL) webinar series TILT: https://all-london.org.uk/webinars

* =  Show notes were generated by uploading the audio to Word Online to make a transcription, then by pasting the transcript into Claude.ai and ChatGPT to generate the summary and links. All "hallucinations" and errors were corrected by a human being.