"Conversations about Language Teaching" is a podcast of unscripted discussions of language teaching, drawing on both research and classroom & online language teaching. If you like thinking deeply about issues of classroom language teaching and how those relate to research and theory, this podcast might be for you. Reed & Diane, the hosts, base our knowledge of language teaching on research we've read & done, theoretical views of language acquisition, our experiences as language teachers and ...
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Welcome to Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast! Are you a World Language teacher who is looking for ideas, strategies, activities, and inspiration to create a World Language class where you and your students enjoy using the language to learn about the world and each other? Do you want to transform your class into an acquisition-driven instruction space where you intentionally provide a ton of comprehensible input? If you are, you're in the right place. Let's start this journey together. He ...
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Episode 90: Talking Student Engagement with Dr. Diane Neubauer and AnneMarie Chase
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In this in-person episode from the CI Mitten conference, Dr. Diane Neubauer and AnneMarie Chase joined me to talk about the multifaceted concept of student engagement in the world language classroom. We uncover and challenge traditional views of engagement, offering innovative strategies and real-life applications that will inspire and empower educ…
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Episode 4: Personal teaching histories from Diane & Reed
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Episode 4 Conversations about Language Teaching: Personal teaching histories from Diane & Reed Show notes: Intro & outro music selected from "23 Light Years" by CavalloPazzo Support the Show.By Diane Neubauer, PhD & Reed Riggs, PhD
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Episode 93: Aligning Assessing and Grading with Proficiency-Based Language Teaching: Challenges and Strategies with Michelle Olah
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Is our assessment and grading system aligned with how we teach? We’re opening the episode with this important question. Join me in this conversation with Michelle Olah while we discuss aligning grading practices with actual language proficiency. We discuss the disconnect between traditional grading systems and what we do in class, discussing the ne…
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Episode 92: Celebrating Progress: Rethinking Assessments in the World Language Classroom
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Brace yourself for an authentic exploration of assessments in the world language classroom. In this episode, I share personal struggles and transformative insights that reframe how we assess language learning. Discover strategies that emphasize growth and celebrate student progress. Highlights: Reflecting on personal challenges with traditional ass…
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Episodio 91 en español: Juegos, Preguntas Personales, Historias, y Flippity con Dahiana Castro y Nelly Andrade
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¿Te perdiste la conferencia de CI Mitten? No te preocupes, en este episodio te traemos un cargamento de actividades y estrategias que Nelly Andrade, Dahiana Castro y yo descubrimos y exploramos durante el evento. Desde herramientas interactivas como Flippity, hasta técnicas para crear historias con tus estudiantes, pasando por métodos innovadores p…
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Episode 3: Seating and physical classroom set up
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Episode 3 Conversations about Language Teaching: Seating and physical classroom set up and how that affects teaching & learning Show notes: STARTALK is a US-funded program for critical languages teacher and student training. More info: The "I do, we do, you do" model is mentioned in this STARTALK publication. Schwab, G. (2011). From dialogue to mul…
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Episode 89: Discover 5 Games to Boost Engagement & Community in Your World Language Class with Profe Valentina and Carolina Gómez
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Are you searching for low-prep games perfect for this busy time of year? Look no further! In this episode, join us as we welcome two incredible educators from Colombia, Profe Valentina and Carolina Gómez. They're here to share five engaging, low-prep games that are ideal for any classroom setting. These games are designed to boost engagement, foste…
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Episode 2: Planning lessons for beginning language learners
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Episode 2 of Conversations about Language Teaching: Planning Lessons for Beginning Language Learners Show Notes: The Agen Workshop https://theagenworkshop.com/ Swanson, P. B. (2010). Teacher efficacy and attrition: Helping students at introductory levels of language instruction appears critical. Hispania, 305-321. Read/download the article here: ht…
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Episode 88: Talking Language Acquisition with Dr. Bill VanPatten: What Every Language Teacher Should Know about SLA - Part 2
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Welcome back to our conversation with Dr. Bill VanPatten. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, click here to listen. In this second part, we continue exploring the intricacies of language acquisition, focusing on the role of grammar, the importance of input, and the evolution of output in language learning. Dr. VanPatten shares his insights on creati…
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Episode 0: Bonus episode deciding the podcast scope & title
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Bonus episode 0 of Conversations about Language Teaching. SHOW NOTES: Our actual notes for planning this podcast episode & the podcast overall. 1. Deciding on a title for the show: Conversations about language teaching with Diane Neubauer and Reed Riggs 2. Blurbs about us: - Diane came from being a language learner, then a language teacher, then Ph…
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Episode 87: Talking Language Acquisition with Dr. Bill VanPatten: What Every Language Teacher Should Know about SLA - Part 1
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In this special, we’re joined by an exceptional guest, Dr. Bill VanPatten. In this conversation, Dr. VanPatten shares with us the importance of acknowledging the undeniable role of input in language acquisition, the true nature of language, and the limitations of traditional instruction. Dr. VanPatten shares his insights on how language acquisition…
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Episode 1: Comprehensive Comprehensible Input
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Episode 1 of Conversations about Language Teaching. Show notes: Items mentioned in the episode: Reed’s HI TESOL article (see pp. 22-24): https://hawaiitesol.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2023_May.pdf The Krashen video (a classic clip from a talk by Dr. Stephen Krashen in the 1970s): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnUc_W3xE1w Michael Long, interac…
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Episode 86: Make Free Voluntary Reading Work with AC Quintero
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In Episode 86 of "Growing With Proficiency The Podcast," we had a powerful conversation with AC Quintero, a remarkable Spanish teacher, writer, presenter, trainer, and coach in language acquisition. In this conversation, we dove into the significance of free voluntary reading in the classroom, exploring how to make reading an engaging and meaningfu…
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Voces diversas y representación en la Formacion de Profesores de Lenguas con Bertha Delgadillo
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En este episodio titulado "Voces Diversas y Representación en la Formación de Profesores de Lengua," tenemos el placer de contar con la presencia de Bertha Delgadillo. Juntas, exploramos la importancia crucial de incluir una amplia variedad de voces y perspectivas en el mundo de la enseñanza de idiomas. Reflexionamos sobre nuestras propias experien…
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Episode 84: The Power of Reading in our World Language Classes with Dr. Stephen Krashen
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Join us in this powerful conversation with Dr. Stephen Krashen, a renowned expert in the field of Second Language Acquisition. In this episode, Dr. Krashen shares his invaluable insights on the critical role of reading in language learning, the importance of compelling input, and the often-overlooked distinction between acquisition and learning. Ma…
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Episode 83: SCOLT 2024: My Biggest Takeaways
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I love conferences, and this one was not the exception. SCOLT 24 was full of amazing sessions, incredible presenters, and outstanding conversations. In this episode, I will do my best to share with you some of my biggest takeaways. Key Highlights: Strategies to use your textbook as a guide on the side: Daily routine with Gallery Walk and Games of C…
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Episode 82: The Perfect Low-Prep Activity for Any Day in Our World Language Classes with Ben Fisher Rodriguez
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Are you searching for a powerful low-prep activity that you can use in any of your classes? Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by Ben Fisher Rodriguez, an exceptional Spanish and German teacher, who will share his insights on Card Talk. I must admit, I haven't utilized Card Talk much in my classes, usually only a few times a year. However, after this…
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Episodio 81 ¿Cómo apoyar a competencia escrita de los estudiantes de herencia? Una conversación con la Dra. Alberta Gatti - Parte 2
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Si no has escuchado la primera parte de esta conversación, ve al episodio 79 para escuchar y después regresa a este. En esta segunda parte nos adentramos en la nueva metodología que la Dra. Alberta Gatti propone para apoyar el desarrollo de la competencia escrita de los estudiantes de herencia. Esta metodología tiene tres componentes: A. Lectura in…
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Episode 80: What We May Have Not Learned in our Method Class About Second Language Acquisition with Elicia Cárdenas
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Did you take a Second Language Teaching Methods class? I did. However, in that class, I didn't learn about comprehensible input or the nature of language, which are the essential foundations in Second Language Acquisition. That's why this episode is a must-listen. In this episode, I sit down with Elicia Cárdenas, the Director of Training at the Com…
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Episodio 79: ¿Cómo apoyar a competencia escrita de los estudiantes de herencia? Una conversación con la Dra. Alberta Gatti - Parte 1
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¿Te has preguntado cómo apoyar de manera efectiva a tus estudiantes de herencia en su desarrollo de expresión escrita? En esta primera parte de un episodio especial, nos sumergimos en una conversación con la Dra. Alberta Gatti, experta en literatura, alfabetización y lingüística aplicada, para explorar los objetivos y metodologías en nuestras clase…
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Episode 78: How To Transform Administrator Observations into Celebrations of Our Teaching Practices with Dr. Pablo Martinez
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Are you tired of feeling misunderstood by your administrators during observations? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Pablo Martinez to uncover actionable strategies for more successful observations and building a stronger understanding between language teachers and their administrators. Key Highlights: The Reality of Administrator Knowledge: Dr…
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Episode 77: Enhancing World Language Classes with Music: Discover March Madness for Boosting Student Engagement
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Are you on the lookout for effective strategies to enhance engagement in your world language classes? Join us in this episode as we explore the power of incorporating music into language learning with Justin from Spanish Plans. We delve into March Madness, a dynamic approach to using music that has significantly boosted student interest and partici…
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Episode 76: Elevating Classroom Interactions: Discover the Power of Talk Read Talk Write (TRTW) with Tan Huynh
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Are you wondering how to boost interaction among your students within your world language classroom? Struggling to find effective strategies that get students engage while listening, reading and writing? Look no further—this episode is for you. Join us as we welcome Tan Huynh, a secondary school educator with a deep focus on English language acquis…
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Episode 75: Strategies for Fostering Listening in Group and Pair Work
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How can we ensure that students not only talk but also listen to each other in group and pair activities, fostering a vibrant classroom discourse community? In this episode, we talk about a crucial aspect of building a classroom discourse community — not just encouraging students to speak but also to listen attentively to one another during group a…
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Episodio 74: El lenguaje inclusivo y su importancia en nuestras clases con Abelardo Almazán-Vázquez
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El lenguaje inclusivo y su importancia en nuestras clases con Abelardo Almazán-Vázquez ¿Qué es el lenguaje inclusivo? ¿Por qué es importante entenderlo? ¿Cómo podemos incorporarlo en clase a pesar de restricciones que tengamos? En este episodio, mi amigo y colega, Abelardo Almazán-Vázques, no sólo nos ayuda a entender más el concepto del lenguaje i…
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Episode 73: Engaging Students and Encouraging Talking in the Target Language with Erica Peplinski-Burge and Justin Slocum Bailey
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Seeking ways to encourage student talking and boost engagement in the target language, without forcing output? If you're wondering, 'How can I get my students talking more in class in a natural and engaging way?' then this episode is a must-listen for you. Join me for a powerful conversation with Erica Peplinski-Burge and Justin Slocum Bailey. In t…
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Episode 72: Making Our Classroom Communication Driven - The Third Pillar of a Successful Language Classroom
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Welcome to the final episode of our special 3-part series on the 3 Pillars of a Successful Language Classroom! In this episode, we wrap up with a topic that's close to my heart - communication. We've chatted about building connections and making target language comprehensible in previous episodes. Now, we're diving into communication, the trickiest…
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Episode 71: Facilitating Target Language Comprehensibility: The Second Pillar of Classroom Success for the New Year. Part 2 of 3
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Can you relate to the challenge of making your language classes comprehensible and engaging? I get it. Balancing the importance of facilitating target language comprehensibility with the reality of students at different levels of proficiency and varying levels of motivation is hard. That’s why you’re going to love this episode. In this week’s episo…
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Claves de la Enseñanza Comprensible y Comunicativa de Idiomas (Comprehensible and Communicative Language Teaching)
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En este episodio exploramos los fundamentos la enseñanza de la lengua de manera comprensible y comunicative (Comprehensible and Communicative Language Teaching -CCLT) y su impacto en nuestras aulas. Descubre cómo los principios de comprensión y comunicación pueden empoderarnos para tomar decisiones en cuanto a nuestras prácticas y nos ayudan a defe…
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Episode 69: ACTFL 2023 Takeaways: From Reading to Writing and Beyond with Leandra and Angelica
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Welcome to a special episode of our podcast! Today, I'm thrilled to chat with Leandra Rodríguez and Angelica Ruiz, two exceptional Spanish teachers and members of GWP, the Spanish Teacher Academy. We'll dive into our most significant takeaways from the ACTFL 2023 conference. In This Session, We'll Cover: The Magic of Reading: We'll explore specific…
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Episode 68: Building Stronger Connections - The First Pillar of Classroom Success in the New Year, Part 1 of 3
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Welcome to the first part of our exciting three-part series, where we're diving deep into the foundational pillars of a world language classroom success! In this episode, we focus on the first pillar: Building Stronger Connections. As language educators, we know the start of a new year is a golden opportunity to foster deeper engagement and cultiva…
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Episode 67: Doing Less for More in the World Language Classroom: Homework, Assessments, and More
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Have you ever wondered if there's a way to be effective inside the classroom without taking work home or feeling guilty or stressed because you’re not taking work home? In this episode of "Doing Less For More in the World Language Class," we delve into four transformative ideas that can help reduce your workload in class without sacrificing effecti…
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Episode 66: Making Assessment Sustainable in the World Language Class with Kia London
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In today's episode of "Growing With Proficiency The Podcast," we're excited to have Kia London with us. We chat about making assessments sustainable and effective in world language classes. We start by discussing the basics: How often should we assess our students? What should we focus on when grading? And, how long should these assessments be? Kia…
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Episode 65: 3 Effective Strategies For Any Language Class: Anchor Charts, Model Texts, and Write & Discuss
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Ever felt stuck on how to start your curriculum theme, or noticed your students could use a bit more help before jumping into a new unit? If that sounds familiar, this episode of Growing With Proficiency The Podcast is just for you. In one of our recent hot seat sessions inside GWP The Spanish Teacher Academy, a member asked us this question: "My s…
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Episode 64: Tech Without Tears: Effective Technology in Language Classes with Meredith White
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If you have a love-hate relationship with technology, this is your episode. In this episode. Meredith White, an expert in integrating technology in language teaching, shares with us how to navigate the endless amount of tech tools without succumbing to burnout or FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out). Meredith gives us practical strategies and discusses essen…
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Episodio 63 en Español: Tres Claves Esenciales para Clases de Idiomas Dinámicas y Sostenibles
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Tres Claves Esenciales para Clases de Idiomas Dinámicas y Sostenibles: En este episodio estoy compartiendo tres claves esenciales que te ayudarán a hacer tus clases espacios más dinamicos pero de una manera sostenible. Clave 1: Actividades Repetibles en Todos los Niveles Aprende cómo implementar actividades que funcionen en todos los niveles y que …
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Episode 62: Low-Prep Post-Reading Activities & Games for Language Teachers: Enhance Comprehension and Communication with Carrie Toth
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In this episode, Carrie Toth, an author and Spanish educator with over 30 years of experience, shares so many low-prep post-reading activities and games designed to engage students with more reading. This episode is perfect for our series theme, "Making Comprehensible and Communicative Language Teaching Easy," since Carrie shares with us strategies…
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Episode 61: Simplify Language Teaching and Boost Engagement: One Resource, One Activity, Multiple Possibilities for Pre-Reading, Reading, and Post-Reading with Lisa McHargue
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Are you spending a ton of time trying to find new ways to read a text with your class, check for comprehension, or ask open-ended questions? Do you have great resources but find that many of the activities could use more movement and engagement? You don't have to create a new activity every day. You don't need to be in front of the class, constantl…
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Episode 60: Making Language Teaching Sustainable: Insights from John Bracey
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In this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, we have a special guest, John Bracey, a Latin teacher who has been using Comprehensible Input methodology for several years. In this episode, John Bracey emphasizes the importance of finding strategies that can be consistently implemented without overwhelming teachers' work-life balance. Joh…
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Episode 59: Making Comprehensible and Communicative Language Teaching Easy and Sustainable: Boosting Motivation with Simple Daily Practices
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In this first episode of our series "Comprehensible and Communicative Language Teaching Made Easy," we're tackling the cornerstone of any thriving world language class: motivation. Discover how simple daily actions can build the trust and rapport that fuel student engagement. Join us as we explore three specific strategies to build connections in t…
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Cocreación de Historias y la Adquisición de Lenguaje a través de la Lectura
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En este episodio, exploramos como a través de la cocreación de historias podemos potencializar el uso de la lectura en nuestras clases para facilitar la adquisición de la lengua. Este episodio fue inspirado por las ideas brillantes que surgieron en la conferencia para profesores de lengua en la Florida FFLA, especialmente en la presentación del Dr.…
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Episode 58: Small Groups, Music, and Reading in the World Language Classes: My Takeaways from FFLA23
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In this episode, join me as I reflect on the incredible experience of FFLA23 (Foreign Language Association of Florida) and share my top takeaways from the event. In Episode 58, I discuss practical strategies and activities that can be implemented in your language classes, the power of reading, and innovative tools for language education. Discover h…
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Episode 57: All About Output: The Process, The Assessment and The Feedback! Part 2
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Get ready for part two of "All About Output" with Dr. Florencia Henshaw. In this episode, Florencia discusses the importance of the process versus the product in writing, which can also apply to oral presentations. She also shares practical ideas on how we can use this process to help students become better communicators. We also delve into assessm…
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Episode 56: All about output with Dr. Florencia Henshaw, Part 1
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Get ready for the first part of a two-episode series all about the fascinating world of output! In these two episodes, Dr. Florencia Henshaw is joining us to shed light on what output truly is and how it plays an important role in developing your students' presentational and interpersonal proficiency. Remember when Dr. Henshaw shared with us about …
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Episode 55: Games and AI in the World Language Class!
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Get ready for an exciting episode of "Growing With Proficiency The Podcast," where we're talking about games and AI in the language classroom. These five games I'm sharing today are just plain awesome because they'll keep your students hooked while they get to hear tons of understandable and interesting stuff. Now, why are these games so cool? It's…
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Episode 54: Boosting Engagement: The Art of Asking Questions in the World Language Class
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Today, we're talking about asking questions. We all know that asking questions plays a significant role in our classes. But let's get real, when you've got a big class filled with students who are just starting out in the language or perhaps have only grasped the basics, asking questions can feel like an art form, right? In this episode, we're shar…
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Edición en Español: Integración de las Culturas en la Enseñanza de Idiomas: Estrategias Prácticas y Ejemplos
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¿Qué papel juega la cultura en tu clase? ¿Te has preguntado como podrías darle un papel más protagónico? En este episodio, exploraremos cómo podemos centrar nuestras clases de lengua, específicamente nuestras clases de español, en la cultura. Muchas veces tenemos buenas intenciones pero nos sentimos maniatados a un currículo que no le da a la cultu…
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Episode 53: Part 2 - Reimagining Language Textbooks for Comprehensible & Communicative Teaching Q&A
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Welcome to the second part of our series, where we delve deeper into the concept of reimagining language textbooks to enhance the effectiveness of language teaching and make it more engaging. In our previous episode, we explored this exciting approach, and our audience didn't hold back, posing a wide array of questions across four major themes: voc…
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Episode 52: Reimagining Language Textbooks for Comprehensible & Communicative Teaching
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Are you frustrated with language textbooks that seem to prioritize vocabulary lists and grammar drills? If you are, this is the episode for you. In this episode, we'll talk about some of the shortcomings of traditional language textbooks and explore four practical ideas to better align them with the principles of second language acquisition (SLA). …
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Episode 51: Interpretive Communication: My Takeaways from AATSP Georgia Fall Conference with Dr. Florencia Henshaw
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Are you looking for new ideas to help your students comprehend texts beyond words? If you are, this episode is for you! In this episode, I'll share my biggest takeaways from the AATSP Fall Conference, featuring Dr. Florencia Henshaw, where she shares all about Interpretive Communication and its vital role in language acquisition. Get ready to disco…
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