Your students might know the words, but are they really using them. How do we move from word lists to real communication? That’s what we’re talking about today. #wlclassroompodcast
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Art is such an effective entry point for learners at all levels. Learn how to integrate it into units you already teach without adding prep time & how to keep the focus on meaningful communication.
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Do your students sometimes feel overwhelmed or a little hesitant when you ask them to write in the target language? Building writing confidence doesn’t happen overnight. It grows with small, purposeful moments every day. #wlclassroompodcast
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Do you want to deepen your practice as a world language teacher and sharpen your skills? In today’s episode, we’re exploring a way to do just that with National Board Certification.
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Insights from conversations at the @klettwl.bsky.social booth at
ACTFL. We’ll explore why language learning matters, from building communication and literacy skills to preparing students for future careers. #wlclassroompodcast
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In this episode we look at how small, intentional habits, such as weekly reflection or purposeful collaboration, can build a shared culture of growth. #wlclassroompodcast
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Strategies that help students move into real communication. Christina Margiore brings practical routines & techniques that spark authentic conversations. #wlclassroompodcast
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I continue walking through how CI activities help students stay engaged, deepen comprehension, and interact with the text in meaningful ways. #wlclassroompodcast
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It’s the start of new year and a chance to recharge our educator battery. Will Andersson shares practical and actionable ways to to keep your teaching spark alive. #wlclassroompodcast
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What do you do when there is a sudden change in your schedule or several students need to miss class? This is sometimes the reality of our teaching. We had a plan, but need to figure something else out in the moment. #wlclassroompodcast
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Compelling stories, co-written summaries & interactive video clips all while keeping input comprehensible and student-centered. #wlclassroompodcast
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Reading can be one of the most engaging, communicative parts of your language class. With the right support, reading is incredibly empowering for students. #wlclassroompodcast
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In this episode, we’ll explore three essential strategies: prediction, summarizing, and focus tasks. These make listening more intentional, more engaging, and more effective. #wlclassroompodcast
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Block schedules, extended class periods that meet fewer times in a given week, are becoming more common in many schools and districts. In this episode, we are talking about teaching in this format. #wlclassroompodcast
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Have you ever taught a grammar concept and then watched your students completely forget it during a speaking or writing task? Let's look at why that happens and what we can do about it. #wlclassroompodcast
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Do reading & writing tasks have a prominent place in your CI classroom? In this episode we look at 6 CI activities that engage students through movement, visuals & collaboration. #wlclassroompodcast
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Let's talk about how hands-on, student-centered activities keep learners motivated, curious, and communicating authentically. #wlclassroompodcast
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Have you ever felt the pressure to “teach to the test” in your AP language class? Diego Ojeda tells how he uses authentic projects that do more than prepare students for the test, they prepare them for the real world. #wlclassroompodcast
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In this episode, I unpack what makes an activity not just fun, but truly communicative. #wlclassroompodcast
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Are your assessments really capturing what your students can do with the language? We dive into what it looks like to assess for performance and proficiency & not just memorization and correctness. #wlclassroompodcast
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How well do your students manage interpersonal speaking tasks or spontaneous conversations? In this episode, I’ll show you how to get students speaking confidently, no matter their proficiency level. #wlclassroompodcast
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Time is limited, and sometimes you just need a quick, practical idea you can try tomorrow. That’s exactly why I created the Ready for Tomorrow Quick Win PD series. #wlclassroompodcast
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Do you sometimes feel like it seems like it's always smooth sailing with no challenges in other classrooms while you definitely have them in your own classroom? Well, me too. We all have them. #wlclassroompodcast
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We talk about practical strategies for embracing dialectal differences, navigating varied proficiency levels, and fostering a space where all students feel seen and valued. #wlclassroompodcast
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How can simple, consistent routines create a classroom where students communicate confidently in the target language every day? Get some ideas in this week's episode of the #wlclassroompodcast
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Have you tried Write and Discuss in your language class? No prep. High engagement. Tons of input & output. In this episode, I walk through the steps, explain why it works, and share tips. #wlclassroompodcast
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🌍 Exciting news! Along with my co-author Mike Travers, I had the pleasure of joining Joshua Cabral on the World Language Classroom Podcast to discuss teaching grammar for proficiency.
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Catherine Ritz and Mike Travers, authors of "Proficiency-Based Instruction: Teaching GRAMMAR for Proficiency," join me to talk about the place of grammar in a proficiency-based classroom. #wlclassroompodcast
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Where do you find opportunities for exploring language and culture beyond the classroom? Have you found ways to involve your students in service learning? Chris from the Pulsera Project is here to talk about how we can do this. #wlclassroompodcast
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Task cards are useful tools for building engagement, supporting proficiency, and adding variety to your routines. You'll hear about 15 creative ways to use task cards in your language classroom. #wlclassroompodcast
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