Paper can be one of the most powerful tools in your toolkit for classroom engagement. If you are looking for language teaching activities that require minimal prep, plenty of interaction, and that work across levels, these paper-based ideas will get your learners speaking, listening, and writing with confidence. Why use paper for language teaching activities? […]
Reading to Learn Languages: Practical second language acquisition strategies Reading is one of the most underused tools in language learning in my humble opinion, yet it offers huge leverage when used intentionally. If you want effective second language acquisition strategies that fit into a busy life, reading is where to start. The key is not
World language classroom management often comes down to finding activities that keep students active, curious, and using the target language without demanding hours of prep. A small set of short, repeatable research projects will preserve your energy and deepen cultural learning at every level. Why short research projects work Short, focused research tasks let students
Spanish classroom activities that combine language practice with study skills help students improve both their Spanish and their habits. Below you will find a short Spanish transcript of everyday study advice followed by clear English explanations, classroom activity ideas, and a follow-up task that asks students to use the present subjunctive to give advice. Hola,
Travel offers rich, real-world contexts that map perfectly onto proficiency-based language teaching. When learners plan a trip, write a postcard or read a menu, they practise authentic tasks that mirror what they will need to do outside the classroom. These activities make language meaningful, recycle useful structures and vocabulary, and provide easy opportunities for formative
Teaching greetings does not have to be scripted or dull. These low prep world language activities are designed to get learners speaking, moving and laughing from the very first minute. They work with a variety of levels, require minimal materials and help students practise core greeting language in memorable, communicative ways. “It makes it more