<![CDATA[The Happy Language Teacher]]>This is a podcast for people who help others learn a new language.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher or new to the profession, join us as we explore how to make your classroom a place where both you and your learners can flourish. Let’s teach with passion and ... be happy!

]]>www.thehappylanguageteacher.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:34:03 GMTSun, 21 Dec 2025 20:34:30 GMT60Peter Schoenaerts<p>This<b> </b>is a podcast for people who help others learn a new language.</p><p></p><p>Whether you’re an experienced teacher or new to the profession, join us as we explore how to make your classroom a place where both you and your learners can flourish. Let’s teach with passion and ... be happy!</p>episodicPeter Schoenaertsinfo@peterschoenaerts.comno<![CDATA[2: How to Get Your Learners Talking]]>In this episode of The Happy Language Teacher, we are tackling the age-old question: 'How do I get my learners to talk in the classroom?' If you're a language teacher struggling with learner participation, this episode is your roadmap to fostering a vibrant, communicative learning environment.

You'll discover:

- Why many learners fear speaking and how to combat this anxiety

- The difference between passive and active language knowledge, and why it matters

- The ABCD model that guides learners from understanding to free expression

- Practical exercises that shift learners from receptive to productive language use

- Two powerful methods to spark conversation in your classroom, regardless of student level

Perfect for both novice and experienced teachers, this episode is essential listening if you want to transform your classroom dynamics and empower your learners to speak up.

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]]>bf0afff4-d46d-4122-9558-6a0a114b55e5Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:19:50 GMT<p>In this episode of The Happy Language Teacher, we are tackling the age-old question: 'How do I get my learners to talk in the classroom?' If you're a language teacher struggling with learner participation, this episode is your roadmap to fostering a vibrant, communicative learning environment.</p><p>You'll discover:</p><p>- Why many learners fear speaking and how to combat this anxiety</p><p>- The difference between passive and active language knowledge, and why it matters</p><p>- The ABCD model that guides learners from understanding to free expression</p><p>- Practical exercises that shift learners from receptive to productive language use</p><p>- Two powerful methods to spark conversation in your classroom, regardless of student level</p><p>Perfect for both novice and experienced teachers, this episode is essential listening if you want to transform your classroom dynamics and empower your learners to speak up.</p><p><b><strong>Subscribe and enjoy a new episode every week! (Video on YouTube, audio on all other platforms.)</strong></b></p><p><br /><a href="https://thehappylanguageteacher.riverside.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Subscribe to the podcast</a><br /><a href="https://thehappylanguageteacher.riverside.com/newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Get the newsletter with free inspiration and tips</a><br /><br />More information: <a href="https://www.thehappylanguageteacher.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.thehappylanguageteacher.com/</a></p><p>#LanguageTeaching #speakingskills #TeachingTips #LanguageLearning #Education</p>no00:18:232: How to Get Your Learners Talkingfull<![CDATA[1: Why You Should Always Speak the Target Language]]>As language educators, we often ask ourselves whether to translate something or to stay in the target language. Switching languages may seem clearer, but it can slow down our learners' progress. In this episode, I explain why the target language should be your default, and when the learners' own language can actually help. Listen and find out what works best in your classroom!

This is a podcast for language teachers looking for fresh ideas and practical inspiration.

I’m Peter Schoenaerts, a Belgian teacher trainer, language educator and actor. I’ve spent 30 years helping people learn English, Dutch and French, while learning Spanish, German and Norwegian myself.
Whether you teach children, teenagers or adults a new language — in a classroom, online or as a volunteer — The Happy Language Teacher is here to help you feel more confident, creative and inspired.

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]]>b2d50e82-f039-42cd-b7f1-8d1b50a5d128Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:05:04 GMT<p>As language educators, we often ask ourselves whether to translate something or to stay in the target language. Switching languages may seem clearer, but it can slow down our learners' progress. In this episode, I explain why the target language should be your default, and when the learners' own language can actually help. Listen and find out what works best in your classroom!</p><p>This is a podcast for language teachers looking for <b><strong>fresh ideas and practical inspiration.</strong></b><br /><br />I’m Peter Schoenaerts, a Belgian teacher trainer, language educator and actor. I’ve spent 30 years helping people learn English, Dutch and French, while learning Spanish, German and Norwegian myself.<br />Whether you teach children, teenagers or adults a new language — in a classroom, online or as a volunteer — <b><strong>The Happy Language Teacher</strong></b> is here to help you feel more confident, creative and inspired.<br /><br /><b><strong>Subscribe and enjoy a new episode every week! (Video on YouTube, audio on all other platforms.)</strong></b><br /><br /><a href="https://thehappylanguageteacher.riverside.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Subscribe to the podcast</a><br /><a href="https://thehappylanguageteacher.riverside.com/newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Get the newsletter with free inspiration and tips</a><br /><br />More information: <a href="https://www.thehappylanguageteacher.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.thehappylanguageteacher.com/</a></p><p>#LanguageTeaching #Immersion #TeachingTips #LanguageLearning #Education</p>no00:16:561: Why You Should Always Speak the Target Languagefull<![CDATA[Introduction: Welcome to The Happy Language Teacher]]>This is a podcast for language educators looking for fresh ideas and practical inspiration.

I’m Peter Schoenaerts, a Belgian teacher trainer, language educator and actor. I’ve spent 30 years helping people learn English, Dutch and French, while learning Spanish, German and Norwegian myself.
Whether you teach children, teenagers or adults a new language — in a classroom, online or as a volunteer — The Happy Language Teacher is here to help you feel more confident, creative and inspired.

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]]>f265cb0d-748b-43d5-81ec-4a3ce416b13bSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT<p>This is a podcast for language educators looking for <b><strong>fresh ideas and practical inspiration.</strong></b></p><p>I’m Peter Schoenaerts, a Belgian teacher trainer, language educator and actor. I’ve spent 30 years helping people learn English, Dutch and French, while learning Spanish, German and Norwegian myself.<br />Whether you teach children, teenagers or adults a new language — in a classroom, online or as a volunteer — <b><strong>The Happy Language Teacher</strong></b> is here to help you feel more confident, creative and inspired.<br /><br /><b><strong>Subscribe and enjoy a new episode every week! (Video on YouTube, audio on all other platforms.)</strong></b><br /><br /><a href="https://thehappylanguageteacher.riverside.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Subscribe to the podcast</a><br /><a href="https://thehappylanguageteacher.riverside.com/newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Get the newsletter with free inspiration and tips</a><br /><br />More information: <a href="https://www.thehappylanguageteacher.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.thehappylanguageteacher.com/</a></p>no00:06:32Introduction: Welcome to The Happy Language Teachertrailer