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
In this video, I talk about the common challenges of teaching time in Spanish and share some practical strategies to make it easier for students. I recommend using a “little and often” approach to help build confidence over time. I also suggest creating a simple, hands-on clock as a fun and interactive activity to reinforce… Read More Teaching Time in Spanish Effective Strategies
Fun & Effective Activities for Spanish Teachers | From *Building Proficiency for World Language Learners In this video, I share a variety of classroom-tested activities featured in my book, Building Proficiency for World Language Learners. These strategies are designed to help Spanish and world language teachers bring proficiency-based learning to life. You’ll see examples of… Read More Engaging Activities for Language Learners
In this video, I share my approach to planning an effective language course with a focus on setting clear end goals and using proficiency metrics to guide instruction. I explain why establishing consistent classroom routines and structures is essential for supporting language acquisition and building student confidence. I also highlight a variety of engaging activities… Read More Effective Language Course Planning Strategies