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EPISODE · Oct 7, 2026 · 11 MIN

3: Teaching a Second Language vs a Foreign Language

from The Happy Language Teacher · host Peter Schoenaerts

Are you a second language teacher or a foreign language teacher? That distinction can shape what you teach and how you teach it. If your learners hear the language in daily life, they may need more practice for real-world interactions. If they encounter it mostly in class, culture and context may need to be brought into the learning experience. And what about terms like world language, additional language, and heritage language? It’s not about choosing the “right” label. It’s about understanding your learners’ context, and what they need from you. Subscribe to the podcast: https://thehappylanguageteacher.riverside.com/ Get the newsletter with free inspiration and tips: https://thehappylanguageteacher.riverside.com/newsletter More information: https://www.thehappylanguageteacher.com/ #LanguageTeaching #LanguageTeacher #WorldLanguage #ForeignLanguage #TeacherDevelopment

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