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Joanna Kolota

@joannakolota.bsky.social
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Curriculum Leader: Multilingual Learners ◌ Trinity Academy Leeds ◌ BA English Philology & MA English Literature ◌ 📖My book: shorturl.at/afmKW

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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Thrilled to have my article on developing approaches to support multilingual learners featured in 𝘐𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵. It's a privilege to stand alongside such inspiring contributors and to spotlight the fantastic team and work going on at Trinity Academy Leeds. @collegeofteaching.bsky.social
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
This one is going to be a very special issue for me!
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 06/04/2025
Delighted to return from holiday to find the latest issue of EAL Journal, featuring a summary of the workshop I delivered at the NALDIC Conference 2024 & a mention of my resources! @naldic.bsky.social #multilingual #EAL
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
I recently completed a master's-level course where the materials frequently referenced learning styles. I also read a 2024 academic article that strongly recommended considering students' learning styles. Why does the myth of learning styles persist? #edusky
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NALDIC @naldic.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
Are you training as a teacher in the UK? NALDIC is hosting a free-of-charge, week-long, hour-a-day conference for you: "Understanding EAL in the Curriculum" Monday 24th - Friday 28th March. Book your spot here: naldic.org.uk/ite-conferen... #NALDIC #EAL #languages #multilingualism #ITE #SCITT
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
An interesting study on vocabulary learning for EFL learners found that tasks like composition writing and sentence rewording led to greater vocabulary gains, supporting the depth of processing theory. #edysky www.frontiersin.org/journals/psy...
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
Great to meet Melissa Lambert today at Trinity Academy Leeds! We connected over our shared passion for #multilingual learners, exchanging ideas & strategies to better support our students. Huge thanks to the phenomenal @haledonal.bsky.social , Lucy Bisset & Adam Levick for sharing their expertise!
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
I’ve been enjoying Teaching Second Language Academic Writing by Christine M. Tardy. It’s interesting how we pick up some genres naturally, but academic writing requires explicit guidance to master its conventions.
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Celebrating #WorldBookDay with a milestone - my book on supporting multilingual students was published last June! If you're a teacher looking for strategies to empower #multilingual learners, check it out: shorturl.at/afmKW #edusky #EAL
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Happy World Book Day! 📚❤️📚
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
February 🍰💐☕
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Celebrated with an extra-large cup of coffee at the weekend- I passed my DELTA Module 3! ☕ That officially wraps up my DELTA journey and now it's just a wait for the certificate! 🎉📃😁 #DELTA #CambridgeEnglish
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Let's see how many great articles I can read before the coffee gets cold and the baby wakes up! @collegeofteaching.bsky.social
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Christopher Such @suchmo83.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
It's half term, which means I have a copy of Primary Reading Simplified to give away. Simply *repost* this post for your chance to win. I will choose a winner at random this Saturday (22nd February).
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
Vocabulary isn't just about learning words. Research shows that knowing word combinations can significantly boost language skills & reading fluency for #multilingual learners. Full article by Riches, N. et al. doi:10.1017/S0305000921000490 #EduSky #EAL
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
A very informative and insightful webinar by The Bell Foundation about the many obstacles that late arrivals face. Also, many practical and actionable steps that schools can take to ensure these learners succeed. Thank you!
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Chartered College of Teaching @collegeofteaching.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
This bitesize CPD collection brings together a range of useful resources to help teaching assistants support students with English as an additional language (EAL). Access here: chartered.pulse.ly/k... #EAL #TA #TeachingAssistant
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
This is how I see effective support for multilingual learners: not separate resources but layered scaffolding built around a core text or task. Build support that adapts, connects and includes. #edusky #EAL #multilingual
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
January 📚☕🎥
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
Direct & explicit instruction is highly effective for #multilingual learners- it provides clarity, structure and focused language input. However, consider scaffolding, cultural references & balancing interaction to ensure it's truly impactful. (1/2) #EAL #edusky
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
Maths isn't just about numbers- language and reading comprehension play a huge role too! For #multilingual learners, stronger reading skills can unlock success in maths word problems. Full article by Trakulphadetkrai, N. V. et al. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.... #EAL #edusky
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
I took part in a discussion with Anna Leaman from EAL Inclusive about reading & the importance of teaching it explicitly. A great opportunity to exchange ideas &reflect on how to make reading accessible&meaningful for multilingual learners. #multilingual #EAL #edusky youtube.com/watch?v=-InE...
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
Do you work with and support #multilingual learners? Here's what works ⬇️ 'A systematic review of language and literacy interventions in children and adolescents with English as an additional language (EAL)' by E. Oxley&C. de Cat (2019) www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
'There isn't just one way of using the science of learning to change your school. There are some non-negotiables and key drivers that will ensure that you are on the right track.' The stories presented in the book are truly inspiring!
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 05/01/2025
Picture-perfect! ❄️
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 01/01/2025
New Year's Resolutions? Read more books! 📚
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 01/01/2025
December 🎉🎄☕
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
I think Santa read the memo! 😁
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
A café crawl in York and some new books... I must be turning 40 today! 🥳
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Leandro Paladino 🇦🇷 @leopaladino.bsky.social · 07/12/2024
Thanks Express Publishing for interviewing me for your podcast series! We talked about: 🔸 translanguaging 🔸 digital citizenship 🔸 emerging trends in language education 🎧 Tune in! youtu.be/doGxBcZTnOE open.spotify.com/episode/2LLP... @gkokolas.bsky.social
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
A new book day! I'm starting with this one! #edusky
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
My book is 25% off for one more day on the Routledge website. If you’ve been thinking about picking it up, now’s a great time! 📚⬇️ shorturl.at/fuhIV #EAL #edusky #MLs #multilingual
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
24 strategies to support #multilingual students in mainstream lessons: 📌easy to implement 📌effective 📌adaptive (1/2) #EAL #edusky
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
I was honoured to present at the NALDIC conference yesterday! I shared insights about every teacher’s dedication to ensuring multilingual learners feel they truly belong and thrive in the academic community. #NALDIC32 #EAL #MLs
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Yesterday’s NALDIC conference was an absolutely wonderful event! The common thread running through all presentations was the importance of creating inclusive spaces, advocating for multilingual learners, actively committing to affirming & developing all voices. #NALDIC32
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
I've read The Midnight Library by @matthaig.bsky.social and am now listening to The Life Impossible. I'm several chapters in and really enjoying it! Who else has read it? Also, it's reassuring to know that I'm not the only person who went to Ibiza and never stepped into a nightclub! 😅
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction can have a profound impact on all students, including multilingual learners. However, for multilingual learners to fully benefit, adaptations are often necessary ⬇️ (1/2) #edusky #EAL #multilingual #MLs
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
I'm about to start reading the latest issue of EAL Journal and what an important and powerful message it brings: representation matters. #EAL #multilingual #edusky
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
Thank you @alexjquigley.bsky.social for recommending my book in your newsletter! Your feedback and support truly made my day! 😊
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
Why do some schools with many #EAL students achieve higher educational growth? ✅relationships ✅EAL expertise ✅teacher development ✅school-wide EAL practices ❗️Crucially, success hinges on leadership that fosters & supports these efforts. Full article: shorturl.at/UHHyC #EAL #edusky #multilingual
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 15/11/2024
Sweller's Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) has significant implications for multilingual learners as they face unique cognitive challenges during the learning process. Here's how to manage them ⬇️ #edusky
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Clare Sealy @claresealy.bsky.social · 25/08/2024
Just posted new blog on Bluesky and not (yet) on Twitter. Be interesting to see engagement. Will I fold and put it on Twitter too? Please help me avoid the temptation by reposting here! primarytimery.com/2024/08/25/o...
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 24/08/2024
My book was published almost 2 months ago! 🎉 If you've already grabbed a copy, I'd love to hear your thoughts- please leave a review! Copies available on: shorturl.at/afmKW shorturl.at/mED6P #EduSky #CPD #EAL #multilingual
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 23/08/2024
My latest resource: a 54-page booklet supporting students' writing across disciplines. 🖋️clear examples 🖋️visual support 🖋️vocabulary development A sample below ⬇️ Happy to share! #EduSky #EAL #multilingual #literacy
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 20/08/2024
Happy to share 4 pages of strategies to support multilingual learners in your classrooms—just in time for back to school! #EduSky #EAL #CPD #multilingual
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Joanna Kolota @joannakolota.bsky.social · 17/08/2024
Great article by Fran Wilby in Impact @teachingprofession.bsky.social about learner profiles as a tool for 'equitable & meaningful holistic assessment.' #EAL learner profiles provide just that! What else would you add? Let me know if you'd like a copy. (1/2) #EduSky
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