In this video, I share interactive ways to engage students using a birthday survey activity. I recommend writing questions on the whiteboard to spark class discussion and encourage participation. You can also print out the survey for a more hands-on experience, allowing students to share their birthdays and connect with classmates in a meaningful way.… Read More Interactive Birthday Survey Ideas
In this video, I share my passion for designing handouts that are clear, concise, and visually appealing for both learners and teachers. I’ve organized around 70 to 75 handouts that can be used for quizzes, chat mats, grammar practice, and more. These resources are meant to support classroom routines and make learning more accessible. I… Read More Organizing Handouts for Learning
In this video, I discuss the importance of reading as a powerful tool for language learning, drawing on Stephen Krashen’s research on polyglots. I highlight the value of input and pleasure reading, which are essential for effective language acquisition and long-term growth. I share lesson, resources, games and activities on my blog: reallifelanguage.com #spanishteachers #WorldLanguageTeachers… Read More The Power of Reading for Language Learning
In this video, I share some quiz ideas that highlight the Spanish-speaking world and help students build cultural awareness. I focus on introducing key questions like “¿De dónde eres?” and provide resources you can use for presentations and activities that reinforce this concept. I share lessons, resources, activities ad games here: reallifelangauge.com SpanishTeachers #WorldLanguageTeachers #DeDóndeEres… Read More Beginning Spanish Quiz Ideas
In this video, I share a practical way to organize your class resources, including standards, objectives, and evaluation, using a clear and simple format. I recommend keeping a running list of your activities and linking them to authentic resources like videos and podcasts. This system helps streamline your planning, improves accessibility, and makes it easier… Read More Organizing Your Language Class Resources
In this video, I’m excited to share a special edition of Citas Rápidas for Hispanic Heritage Month. I’ve included 70 pages of readings in Spanish about notable figures, along with chat mats for engagement. It is included here: https://real-life-language.teachable.com/p/immersive-beginning-spanish-lessons I share loads of resources on my blog here: reallifelanguage.com
In this video, I share an exciting speed dating activity designed to make learning basic Spanish fun and interactive. Participants can either create their own characters or choose from pre-made profiles, and we use chat mats to help guide the conversation and keep it flowing. I recommend practicing what you’ll say ahead of time to… Read More Speed Dating Activity for Learning Spanish
In this video, I share my journey of creating language courses, beginning with my time teaching at the university level and continuing through private classes. Over the years, I’ve developed a basic framework that has grown and improved, and I’m excited to show you the resources I’ve put together. I share a lot of resources… Read More Language Course Framework Overview
In this video, I provide an overview of a traditional Spanish curriculum from levels one through four. This content is curated for new Spanish teachers or anyone looking to understand the general progression of learning the language. I walk through the types of communicative tasks, vocabulary themes, and skill development that typically appear at each… Read More Spanish Curriculum: An Overview