Ep206. From Exposure to Ownership: What Jane Maria Harding Teaches Us About Real Language Learning
From Languages Pedagogy Podcast · Hosted by Mike Llerena
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In this episode of Languages Pedagogy Podcast: What does it really mean for learners to own a language? In this recap of Episodes 199–200 with Jane Maria Harding-DeRosa, we revisit the powerful MMM Framework: Meet, Manipulate, Make it your own. This episode explores why exposure alone is never enough, why repetition still matters, how teachers can move beyond content coverage, and why real learning happens when students can use language naturally, confidently, and meaningfully.
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What does it really mean for learners to own a language? In this recap of Episodes 199–200 with Jane Maria Harding-DeRosa, we revisit the powerful MMM Framework: Meet, Manipulate, Make it your own. This episode explores why exposure alone is never enough, why repetition still matters, how teachers can move beyond content coverage, and why real learning happens when students can use language naturally, confidently, and meaningfully. From young learners and EAL classrooms to exam preparation, CLIL, translanguaging, and teacher development, this reflection challenges us to stop asking whether we “covered” the lesson and start asking whether learners truly left with something they can use. Loved this episode? Follow The Languages Pedagogy Podcast for more honest, powerful conversations at the intersection of language, education, and humanity. Share it with a fellow educator, leave a review, or tag us on social media — your voice helps elevate ours. Together, we’re not just teaching — we’re transforming. Go to mikenglishonline.com to access exclusive content, courses, and resources. #languageeducation #elt #eal #teachertraining #younglearners #clil #languagelearning #pedagogy #tesol ...