Going the Distance: Online Learning Ideas
The talk about Online or Distance Learning is buzzing through schools and communities around the world. If you’re anxious about the change OR already there and need suggestions, this post is for you! It takes a change of mindset, but there are some great perks...
School Gardens & Naturalistic Learners
Spring has sprung! Ok, well it has for most of us. (Sorry to those of you in the tundra-like states. Hang in there, it’s coming.) I love this time of year! It feels so good to get outside after being cooped up all winter. Plus, I love watching things come to life....
Bringing the “Kitipun” craze into class
Have you heard "Kitipun" yet? If not, you need to! The first single from Juan Luis Guerra's new album was just released on April 5 and it's making major waves. The bachata beat is super catchy, the lyrics are sweet, and the visuals make it easy to understand what he's...3 Trendy & Timely Expressions to teach ASAP!
I’ve always looked for ways to incorporate new target language sayings and idiomatic expressions in class. They feel more fun than the higher function phrases we use more regularly and students love the reaction they get from using them with native speakers. In fact, according to ACTFL performance descriptors, the ability to recognize and use some idiomatic expressions is a sign of an Intermediate language learner. Advanced learners would be able to handle even less common expressions. So, when considering a new phrase… I like to look to current culture to find out what’s trending in music or social media or any other current source. Here are three I’ve seen a lot of lately that you may want to use right away in class!
7 new holiday commercials (about more than just gifts)
Here are our favorite Spanish-language ads from the 2018 holiday season. Whether you show them all at once or one-a-day until break… they show a different perspective, a new culture, and a strong message that this time of year is about more than just gifts....Our Spanish Curriculum ~ Units & Lessons
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