EPISODE · Jun 10, 2026 · 18 MIN
131 ¦ Principle 2: Getting the Motivation-Acquisition balance right
from The Motivated Classroom · host Dr. Liam Printer
Principle Two of Six for a Motivated Year in the 'Back to School' series:Principle 2: The Motivation-Acquisition BalanceThis episode is full of practical, research-informed tips to help you:✅ Give the right input for acquisition✅ Use output to boost motivation✅ Create powerful student interaction✅ Build learner confidence✅ Light that language-learning 🔥✅ Grow future fluent speakers 🌍✅ Focus on vocab first, grammar later✅ Start every class with reading Whether you’re just heading back to school or deep into prep, this episode will help you set the tone for a motivating, effective language classroom! 💪🎓Don't miss the rest of the six principles which are on the way every Friday for the next five weeks:3. The 5 minute block principle4. Effective pairs to boost engagement5. Creating a class yearbook6. Running effective routines🔔 Tune in every Friday right here or wherever you get your podcasts from:Full programme notes are available on www.liamprinter.com/podcast.Keep in touch and share widely!Follow The Motivated Classroom on Instagram @themotivatedclassroom and Facebook @themotivatedclassroom.I'd love to know what you think, please get in touch! Join the conversation with the hashtag #MotivatedClassroom.Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Facebook.💫 Enjoying the free content? Support the podcast here:👉 www.buymeacoffee.com/liamprinter👉 www.patreon.com/themotivatedclassroom📲 Don’t forget to subscribe & share with a fellow language teacher!
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Principle Two of Six for a Motivated Year in the 'Back to School' series:Principle 2: The Motivation-Acquisition BalanceThis episode is full of practical, research-informed tips to help you:✅ Give the right input for acquisition✅ Use output to boost motivation✅ Create powerful student interaction✅ Build learner confidence✅ Light that language-learning 🔥✅ Grow future fluent speakers 🌍✅ Focus on vocab first, grammar later✅ Start every class with reading Whether you’re just heading back to school or deep into prep, this episode will help you set the tone for a motivating, effective language classroom! 💪🎓Don't miss the rest of the six principles which are on the way every Friday for the next five weeks:3. The 5 minute block principle4. Effective pairs to boost engagement5. Creating a class yearbook6. Running effective routines🔔 Tune in every Friday right here or wherever you get your podcasts from:Full programme notes are available on www.liamprinter.com/podcast.Keep in touch and share widely!Follow The Motivated Classroom on Instagram @themotivatedclassroom and Facebook @themotivatedclassroom.I'd love to know what you think, please get in touch! Join the conversation with the hashtag #MotivatedClassroom.Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Facebook.💫 Enjoying the free content? Support the podcast here:👉 www.buymeacoffee.com/liamprinter👉 www.patreon.com/themotivatedclassroom📲 Don’t forget to subscribe & share with a fellow language teacher!
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