Free TESOL Webinar – June 17 at 10 AM EST
Ready to turn your classroom into a high-energy language lab—no tech required? Join American TESOL Institute and the one-and-only Fluency MC (Jason R. Levine) on June 17th at 10 AM EST for a groundbreaking webinar that explores how rhythm, rap, and good old-fashioned clapping can supercharge fluency, focus, and fun in the ESL classroom. You don’t need wearable headsets or fancy gadgets—just your voice, your students, and a steady beat.
Why Rhythm Works: The Science Behind the “Vibe”
Did you know your brain emits electrical waves that sync up with others during shared activities like singing, dancing, or chanting? It’s true—and it’s called brain-to-brain synchrony (B2BS). Recent research shows that when students and teachers move and speak in unison, their brains literally fall into rhythm with one another. This shared wavelength boosts attention, memory, and even social connection.
Waves are measurable physical phenomena like sound or brainwaves, while vibes are the subjective feelings or impressions we get—often subconsciously—when we resonate with those waves or the people emitting them.
Fun Fact: The expression “picking up good vibes” isn’t just slang—it has roots in real-time mental harmony. Popularized by the 1966 hit Good Vibrations by The Beach Boys, the phrase captured the spirit of an era as the song’s layered harmonies and catchy rhythms created a shared sonic experience across radios, dance floors, and generations. Its title and vibe helped sync up America around a new language of rhythm, emotion, and connection.
You don’t need to measure brainwaves to benefit from this effect—just build rhythm into your lessons, and you’ll start to see the results.
What You’ll Learn at the Webinar
Get ready to move, groove, and teach like never before. Here’s what you’ll take away:
- Brain-to-Brain Synchrony, Simplified
Why chanting, pacing, and call-and-response build memory and motivation. - Rhythm-Boosted Learning without the Tech
Use body percussion, clapping, or free click-tracks to build classroom flow. - Rap & Chant Tools from Fluency MC
Learn how to turn ANY vocabulary list into a rhythmic rap students love. - Zero-Cost Hacks for High Engagement
No gear? No problem. Discover rhythm-rich games and speaking activities using just feet, hands, and voices. - Mini-Research Guide
Track your own results with pre/post quizzes and delayed recall to show real language gains.
45-Minute Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 0–5 min | Kickoff & Poll – What’s your go-to beat in the classroom? |
| 5–15 min | Micro-Lecture – Waves, vibes, and why rhythm improves memory. |
| 15–25 min | Live Rap-Along – Jason R. Levine leads a live call-and-response session. |
| 25–30 min | Body Percussion Break – Use stomp-clap sequences to build synchrony. |
| 30–40 min | Breakout Session – Design your own rhythm-based ESL activity. |
| 40–45 min | Q&A + Resource Drop – Grab free click-tracks, templates, and beat maps. |
Who Should Attend?
This webinar is perfect for:
- TESOL teachers looking to boost speaking and listening fluency
- Educators interested in low-cost, high-impact methods
- Fans of Fluency MC ready to bring his energy into their own classroom
- Anyone curious about the neuroscience of language learning—without the jargon
Save the Date and Join Here
- June 17 at 10 AM EST
- Hosted by Jason R. Levine (Fluency MC)
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