Recently a teacher wrote to ask if Calico Spanish would be a good fit in a program that only sees students once a week for Spanish classes. Ideally, students would have language classes three times a week, but it’s common for elementary schools to schedule once or twice a week Spanish classes with students. How […]
In this discussion, #langchat teachers proposed many ways to make the beginning and ending of world language classes more engaging and effective. Participants also shared their transition techniques that allow them to optimize learning during their class times. – Follow the blog on Bloglovin – Using the Beginning of Class to Spark Learner Enthusiasm #Langchat […]
This #langchat conversation looked at how to best assess interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes in a World Language Classroom. In the course of the discussion, participants also offered ideas on when to design assessments for each mode and worked to identify the important elements in a performance rubric. – Follow the blog on Bloglovin – […]
This langchat discussion focused on the benefits of teaching without a textbook. Although it may seem challenging to some, many #langchat teachers believe teaching without a textbook increases student engagement and allows proficiency in the target language to become more attainable. – Follow the blog on Bloglovin – How to Begin to Transition Away from […]
Some call it “20% Time,” a concept borrowed from Google in which people spend one-fifth of their work time on a project of their choosing. Others may call it “genius hour,” still referring to one hour out of five per week that students spend pursuing their own interests in learning. Another term, “passion project,” is […]
Learning in general is often more successful with bold practice and a willingness to make mistakes. Overcorrection from teachers, however, can discourage learners. In the September 21 #Langchat, teachers discussed how to correct student output while still encouraging them to put forth effort. – Follow the blog on Bloglovin – Determining the Errors to Correct […]
Do students benefit from doing homework? In their September 14 chat, #Langchat teachers discussed how to get the most out of assigning homework for World Language students. Reasons to Assign Homework #Langchat teachers shared some of the reasons they assign homework for their world language students. @MmeFarab shared, “these days, homework [is given] to finish […]
Teaching individual goal setting can be a challenging, yet useful tactic to encourage growth in a World Language Classroom. This #langchat discussion looked at all of the possibilities, tools, and benefits to setting goals for world language students. Types of Student Goals World Language teachers want their students to succeed and aspire to gain proficiency […]
Language and culture are tightly interrelated. This week, #langchat participants took a deeper look into what it means to integrate culture into their World Language classrooms. – Follow the blog on Bloglovin – Cultural Topics that Make a Strong Unit #Langchat teachers discussed some great cultural topics that make for strong units inside the World […]
#Langchat teachers gathered once again last Thursday to collaborate and converse about strategies and advice for conquering that first day back to school. – Follow the blog on Bloglovin – Day 1 Essentials #Langchat teachers shared some key techniques and activities to making the first day back in the classroom a success. On day one, […]