Netflix is an amazing resource for learning and teaching languages. This post contains affiliate links Binge watching is one of my very favorite ways to learn languages. It takes different amounts of time to learn different categories of languages. As English speakers, the languages that take us the least amount of time to become functionally… Read More Netflix: Learn Languages through Binge Watching
Speaking fluently: how long does it take? I have been teaching and learning languages for a LONG time. I double majored in college in Foreign Languages and Theater Arts, and then earned an MA in the Teaching of Languages. I have taught in academic institutions for nearly three decades ranging from primary level language immersion… Read More Speaking fluently: How long does it take?
Practical French learning: Conversations for Beginners Welcome to Everyday French Conversations for Beginners Week 3 Episode 3. Today we are learning practical French to deal with a locksmith. Today’s scenario involves a locksmith. In Paris, a locksmith costs about 500 francs, the equivalent of 75 euros. In Saint Etienne it would cost about 100 euros.… Read More Practical French learning: Conversations for Beginners
Hispanic Heritage Month: Activities for Spanish Class I used to be an actress and still write, so I LOVE to use drama in my classes. This is a particularly fun one, in my opinion, as it combines fun activities from theater and language, as well as teaches language and culture. Each person selects someone from… Read More Hispanic Heritage Month: Activities for Spanish Class
Learn Spanish Intermediate/B Resource Guide What is it like to learn Spanish at the Intermediate/B level? Intermediate/B learners of Spanish begin with being able to create their own phrases and sentences. The biggest feature of the intermediate/B level is creating with language. As you progress through this level, your produced speech will become paragraphs. The… Read More Learn Spanish Intermediate Resource Guide
Learn Spanish through Yoga: Youtube Channels in Spanish for Yoga Learn Spanish through yoga with language immersion online. Language immersion is a way to learn a language while learning something else. Immerse yourself in real Spanish with these Spanish-language Youtube channels. Sebastian Alejandro Daniela santana Yoga for life Isha Foundation Susana Yabar Xuan Lan Yoga… Read More Learn Spanish Through Yoga
Verb Conjugations Verb conjugations can be a very rough spot to get over when learning a language. Here are some ideas from my years of experience to make it a little easier. Tic-tac-toe. If you are unfamiliar with Dr. Rassias, he was an amazing leader in teaching foreign languages. He made learning fun and engaging.… Read More Verb Conjugations: Lesson Ideas
AP Spanish Language Interpersonal Writing Task If you’re unfamiliar with the AP program, it stands for Advanced Placement. Language students in high school can study Spanish to the upper intermediate level and take a test demonstrating the skills they developed. Since it’s an upper level class and… Read More AP Spanish Interpersonal Task
Language Learning: Putting it All Together You already know the basics of learning a language. It takes time. Some languages are more difficult for English speakers to master than others. You can create and curate your own materials to learn new vocabulary. Carve out time each day to study, and/or combine language learning with another… Read More Language Learning: Putting it All Together