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#143
If you’re not a native speaker, how do you maintain your proficiency and confidence in speaking the language that you teach? Today’s episode is a Leveling Up episode, where I coach Stephanie, a middle school teacher in Maine. Maintaining and improving her personal confidence and proficiency is the area where she wants to level up.Suggestions:
Set Realistic Expectations:
Understand that language proficiency is a journey, and it's normal to have moments of self-doubt or insecurity, especially in the presence of other language teachers who may have varying levels of proficiency.Instead of striving for perfection, focus on continuous improvement and growth. Celebrate your progress and accomplishments, no matter how small they may seem.Embrace Vulnerability and Learning Opportunities:
Remember that vulnerability is a natural part of the language learning process. Don't be afraid to make mistakes or ask questions during language teacher conferences. Embrace these moments as valuable learning opportunities.Action Plan:
This Week:
Spend time reflecting on past experiences and identifying specific instances where hesitancy to speak the language around other language teachers occurred.Set achievable goals for the week, such as committing to speak the language in at least one conversation with a language teacher during a conference or professional gathering.The Coming Weeks:
Gradually increase the frequency and duration of language use in professional settings, such as engaging in more conversations or discussions with language teachers.Challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone by initiating conversations or participating actively in language-related activities during conferences or workshops.Join Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode on the podcast.
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#142
How do you address current events with your students? In this episode we take on the topic of current events in the language classroom with Ben Tinsley, a French teacher in Pennsylvania. This is Ben’s third time on the podcast and he is here again to share his practical insights for discussing current events in the target language and using these events as a tool for engaging students and providing compelling topics and input.Topics In This Episode:
Ben's approach to incorporating current events into his world language classroomexamples of successful lessons and activities that Ben has implemented using current events as the focal pointthe key outcomes and student reactions that Ben observesselecting and adapting authentic materials to ensure they are both relevant and comprehensible for students at different proficiency levelswhere to find materials for current events lessonskeeping classroom materials and discussions up-to-date with current events while also ensuring they are suitable for language learnersConnect with Ben Tinsley:
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#141
What have you heard about language functions? I see this as the idea of using the target language to communicate or convey a message rather than only being able to describe the grammatical structures, patterns and vocabulary. In this episode we are going to take a look at this shift in focus, and sometimes mindset, from a primary focus on grammatical forms to language functions with examples and practical strategies.Topics In This Episode:
3 aspects of communicative language teaching:1. goal is on communicating and doing something with the language2. student-centered3. focused on understanding the message being conveyed by students despite inaccuracy in language form. language functionsfocus is on communicating, student-centered, understanding the message being conveyed by students despite inaccuracy in language formpractical strategies and examples to support our focus on language functionsNovice Levels: Making Language PracticalIntermediate Levels: Expanding CommunicationEmbrace the Shiftnot an either/or when it comes to grammar it’s essential that we embrace this paradigm shift from a focus on grammar and accuracy to a broader emphasis on language functions and authentic communication. ensures that language learning is not just a theoretical exercise, but one that builds proficiency and communicative competence.Blog post on Shifting the Focus from Grammar to FunctionConnect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community:
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#140
Have you heard of the term “Translanguaging?” In this episode, we are going to explore this emerging concept in language teaching with Dr. Uju Ayna, an Associate Professor of Second Language Acquisition at Carnegie Mellon University. She helps us to understand exactly what Translanguaging is and how beneficial it can be in the process of acquiring language.Topics include:
what translanguaging is and how it is not synonymous with translation benefits of translanguaging for teachers and learners envisioning translanguaging in our language classrooms examples of how teachers can effectively incorporate translanguaging techniques to enhance language acquisition goalsDr. Anya's article on Critical Race Pedagogy for More Effective and Inclusive World Language Teaching in Applied Linguistics, Volume 42, Issue 6, December 2021Connect with Dr. Uju Anya:
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#139
Do you feel that you provide comprehensible input to your students? Do you have a solid understanding of how beneficial this is to their language learning? Hopefully you are thinking, yes indeed. An important part of this process is checking that students do, in fact understand. In this episode we are going to look at effective strategies and techniques that you can use in your classroom to gauge student comprehension, and then what we can do with what we learn from these checks for comprehension.Topics in this Episode:
Krashen’s Monitor Model/Input Hypothesis emphasizes the significance of comprehensible input as the key to acquiring language. Acquisition-Learning hypothesisInput hypothesisAffective Filter hypothesisNatural Order hypothesisMonitor hypothesisStrategies for Effective Comprehension ChecksTotal Participation TechniquesWhat to Do with What We Learn From the Comprehension Check Links:Blog post On Checking for ComprehensionPodcast Episode 120 with Timothy Chavez on participation in the language classroomConnect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community:
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#138
How do you take a unit plan and translate that into daily lessons? Today’s episode is a Leveling Up episode, where I coach Liz, a Spanish teacher in the Northeast of the US. Translating a unit plan into daily lessons is the area where wants to level up her teaching practice.Suggestions:
Take more general Can Do Statements and make them more specific. This will help to eliminate the overwhelm of too much content to cover in any given unit. Create several units on a similar theme, but change out the contentDivide the unit objectives into smaller, manageable learning targets that can be covered in daily lessons.Plan backwards by day, with each day building on a previous materialDevelop a consistent daily lesson structure that includes warm-ups, instruction, practice activities and be sure to add in the fun.Ensure that the content of each daily lesson directly aligns with the Can Do Statements and language proficiency standards.Action Plan:
This Week:
Take an existing set of Can Do Statements and make them more specific.The Coming Weeks:
As you plan each daily lesson, ensure that the instructional content directly relates to the unit's overall goals and language proficiency standards. Eliminate any activities or materials that do not align.Resources:
Can Do Statements
Podcast Episode #18: Make Your Can Do Statements CommunicativeBlog Post: Make Sure “I Can” Statements Are CommunicativeBackwards Design
Podcast Episode # 56: Backwards Design and PlanningBlog Post: World Language Lesson Planning with Backwards DesignJoin Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode on the podcast.
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#137
Are your students confident when speaking the target language in your classroom and with speakers of the language? This is not always easy for students. Building speaking confidence in language learners is a gradual process, and it starts with tailoring activities to their specific proficiency levels. In this episode we will look at strategies and procedures that progressively build speaking confidence across various proficiency levels.Topics in this Episode:
Building speaking confidence in language learners is a gradual processAlways start by knowing the proficiency levelStrategies for Supporting Speaking Confidence at Various Proficiency Levels: Novice Low to Novice MidNovice High to Intermediate LowIntermediate Mid to Intermediate High, and BeyondBuilding Confidence ProgressivelyPositive ReinforcementVocabulary EnrichmentScaffolded SupportRecording PracticeConsistency is Key Links:Blog post On Supporting Speaking ConfidencePodcast Episode on Using Chat Mats in the Language Classroom with Christina MargioreConnect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community:
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#136
Have you ever found yourself in a classroom where the atmosphere was so positive and engaging that you couldn’t help but feel excited about learning? Have you wondered how some language teachers seem to easily manage their classrooms while fostering a sense of community and respect among their students? Classroom management is a critical aspect of language education. In this episode we will explore 10 effective ways of creating a positive language learning environment.Topics in this Episode:
Understanding the Importance of Classroom ManagementMaximize Learning OpportunitiesEffective CommunicationBuild Confidence10 Strategies for Effective Language Classroom Management Establish Clear GuidelinesFoster a Sense of BelongingUse Positive LanguageImplement Active LearningEncourage Self-ReflectionSet Realistic GoalsCreate a Comfortable Physical EnvironmentIncorporate Authentic MaterialsPromote Collaborative LearningEmphasize Growth Over Perfection and Productive StruggleLinks:Blog post On Classroom ManagementTeaching for Robust Understanding ProjectLet's connect!
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#135
In this episode, we talk about pacing in our language classrooms. How do we determine the amount of time that students should spend on particular activities? Part of this involves when and how to use Brain Breaks. Fadi Aboughoush, an Arabic teacher in Chicago, has a wealth of information and ideas on this topic.Topics include:
class structure and pacing and why it is important to plan in advance, rather than just seeing where things gohow long we should spend on activities in the various modes and signs of it being time to move on or take a breakthe purpose of brain breaksdo we need to change activities after a Brain Break, or can we return to the previous activity?what makes a brain break effectiveuseful brain breaks that we can try right away.Wheel DecideConnect with Fadi Aboughoush:
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#134
Are your speaking activities as communicative as they could be? Are students creating language spontaneously? Today’s episode is a Leveling Up episode, where I coach Stephanie, a Spanish teacher in New Hampshire. Creating speaking activities that allow students to create language on their own is the area where wants to level up her teaching practice. So let's start the conversation.Suggestions:
Make sure that not only the input is compelling, but the output as well. How Interested are students in how they use the language?Make topics and themes compelling with cultural exploration, differentiated tasks, role-plays, simulations, think/pair/share, quiz/quiz/trade Use Chat Mats as a Scaffolding Tool with vocabulary support, sentence starters, and visual promptsAction Plan:
This Week:
Develop chat mats with vocabulary support, sentence starters, and visual prompts for a specific speaking activity on a cultural topic.The Coming Weeks:
Discover new ways of making the output compelling (how students are using the language)Plan a group discussion session centered around a cultural aspect of the target language.Helpful Podcast Episodes on This Topic:
#18: Make Your Can Do Statements Communicative# 56: Backwards Design and Planning#76: Interpersonal Activities with Meredith White#82: Engaging Language Activities With Wendy Mercado & Valérie GreerHelpful Blog Posts on This Topic:
Authentic Resources in the World Language ClassroomReflecting on Our Language TeachingDo Nows and Exit Tickets in the World Language ClassroomCompelling Input and Compelling Output in the Language ClassroomAdditional Tools:
ChatGPT (for creating chat mats)WindowSwapJoin Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode on the podcast.
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#133
How much do you connect the language that you teach with the culture where that language is used? Today, Rabbi Daniel Atwood, a Hebrew teacher in Chicago, joins me to explore this idea in depth. We look at how he teaches a language that is deeply connected to a faith tradition and how he brings this to life in his classroom.…So let's jump in.Topics in this Episode:
how Daniel introduce Hebrew script to learners and helps them overcome any apprehensions they might have about learning a new writing system incorporating elements of culture, history, and religious traditions into language lessonscreating an immersive environment in your classroom, virtually or physically, that allows students to explore and appreciate culturenavigating the potential religious sensitivities of certain topics or materials while still fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environmentConnect with Rabbi Daniel Atwood :
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#132
This is the 6th teacher toolbox episode. I hear from listeners all the time that they like the actionable tips and suggestions for activities that they can use with students next week, or even tomorrow. That usually means effective and beneficial, but somewhat minimal prep. That’s what I bring you on these Teacher Toolbox episodes. I have lots to share with you, so let’s jump in.Topics in this Episode:
Be like a museum curatorA framework for bringing together activities and procedures in a meaningful wayCombining 4 activities previously discussed on the podcast in an interconnected way that creates an engaging lesson or unitWrite and DiscussParellel TextsPACEGuided ConversationsConcrete examples of this process using a CI readerLinks to these previous episodes if you want to dive deeper:9: Teach Grammar as a Concept and in Context with Mike Travers79: How to Do a Write and Discuss with Ben Fisher-Rodriguez90: Parallel Texts in the Language Classroom with Kaitlin Leppert117: Guided Conversations in the Language Classroom with Jamie RodriguezLet's connect!
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#131
Do you have a routine or process for regularly recycling material, content, vocabulary or language structures in your classroom? How do you make sure that students keep it all fresh and readily accessible as they move to new topics and themes? In this episode, we are talking about spiral review. Ashley Duff, a French teacher in Missouri, joins me to talk us through the benefits of this type of review and provides lots of tips and insights for how we can incorporate spiral review into our classes.Topics in this Episode:
what exactly spiral review is in the context of language teachinghow spiral review differs from other methods of review, and why it is so effective in language learningpractical tips and methods for teachers to organize and manage their spiral review plan efficientlyengaging activities for doing spiral review effectivelyutilizing technology to enhance the spiral review processAshley's personal success and experience that highlights the impact of spiral review on her students' language proficiency and confidenceConnect with Ashley Duff:
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#130
Suggestions:Keep consistent with transition and attention-getting techniques so that students get used to the routines and know what to expect.Use the Clase/Si technique and don’t give too many directions and steps all at once.Make sure that activities are planned according to the time needed and the proficiency level. When this is out of balance there are potential opportunities for students to get off task.Post the plan and agenda for the class so that students know what to expect.Offer praise and acknowledgment to those who are on task. Redirect the class's attention to the task at hand, emphasizing the positive behavior you want to see.Action Plan:This Week:Look for the places where transition techniques would be useful and choose the 3-4 techniques that you will use consistently.The Coming Weeks:Design and implement formative practice activities related to the selected IPA unit. Administer the IPA for the selected unit, using the rubric to evaluate students' performance.Helpful Podcast Episodes on This Topic:#56: Backwards Design and Planning#76: Interpersonal Activities with Meredith White#82: Engaging Language Activities With Wendy Mercado & Valérie GreerHelpful Blog Posts on This Topic:Reflecting on Our Language TeachingDo Nows and Exit Tickets in the World Language ClassroomCompelling Input and Output in the Language Classroom
Are you sometimes challenged by students being off task or not transitioning well between activities? Today’s episode is a Leveling Up episode, where I coach Victoria, a Spanish teacher in Virginia. Creating smooth transitions and keeping students on task more consistently is the area where wants to level up her teaching practice. So let's start the conversation.Join Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode on the podcast.
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#129
What do you think of when you year “teaching content in the target language?” Are you thinking of elements like structures and vocabulary related to the language, or actually teaching content outside of the language, but in the target language. In this episode, John Narváez, a French and Spanish teacher in Montréal, Québec, Canada, joins me to show us how he focuses on teaching content in the target language while also building students’ communication skills and language proficiency.Topics in this Episode:
teaching content in the target languagedifferentiating instruction to ensure all students can access and engage with the contenthow to balance between facilitating comprehension and learning the content along the waydesigning activities or projects that encourage students to engage with the content in the target language?how to integrate technology to enhance students' learning when teaching content in the target languageConnect with John Narváez :
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#128
How do you ensure your language students have a solid foundation and continue to thrive as they progress through grade levels? Language teachers often grapple with this question as they strive to provide the best possible language learning experience for their students. We’re going to explore an effective solution – Vertical Curriculum. So, Let’s jump in!Blog Post on Vertical Curriculum
Topics in this Episode:
what vertical curriculum alignment isbenefits for students and teacherswhat is involved in a vertical curriculumscope and sequencelanguage skills progressionvocabulary and grammar development how to create a vertical curriculumchallenges in creating a vertical curriculum and suggestions for moving past them:time and resourcesresistance to changeaction steps for creating a vertical curriculum:self-assessmentsmall-scale alignmentBlog Post on Vertical CurriculumPre-AP Strategies at Lower Levels (Blog Post)Pre-AP Strategies at Lower Levels (Podcast Episode)Let's connect!
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#127
Is there a place for mindfulness and SEL (Social Emotional Learning) in the world language classroom? My guest today, Jennifer Schwester, a French teacher in New Jersey, certainly knows there is. We discuss why language teachers should consider mindfulness and SEL activities and their many benefits to students. SEL programs are also becoming more prevalent in our schools, and rightfully so. Can’t want to share these ideas with you.Topics in this Episode:
what mindfulness and SEL are how incorporating mindfulness and social emotional learning activities impact students' language proficiency and overall language learning experiencespecific strategies for effectively cultivating a safe space for students to express themselves in the language classroomhow mindfulness and SEL activities help students better understand and respect each otherhow mindfulness and social emotional learning contribute to students' abilities to positively engage in our interconnected world, and become compassionate global citizenswww.casel.orgthefouragreements.comAddicted To The Monkey Mind- J.F. BenoistJourney To The Heart- Melody BeattieConnect with Jennifer Schwester :
Twitter/X: @JenniferSchwes2 Instagram: @jennyplage LinkedIN: Jennifer SchwesterFacebook: jennyzenyogaWebsite: www.jennyzenyoga.comEmail: [email protected]Let's connect!
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#126
Are your students comfortable reflecting on their own experiences? Are we, as teachers, comfortable doing this? This is an important first step in asking our students (and ourselves) to understand and appreciate other cultures and experiences. Today I speak with Jocelynn Hubbard, host of The Culture-Centered Classroom, about how we can engage students in their own cultural self-reflection. We will also learn to do it ourselves.Topics in this Episode:
what cultural self-reflection is and its impact on students in the classroomthe process of self-reflection with examples of the types of resources that you use to support the process of cultural self-reflectionhow to introduce this practice to your students, and some possible challenges that might come uphow to create a safe and inclusive environment for your students to explore and discuss their cultural identity openlyhow cultural self-reflection has influenced Jocelynn's teaching approach and helped her to better meet the individual needs of her studentsConnect with Jocelynn Hubbard :
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#125
The new year will soon be here and along with that are thoughts of trying out something new. Last week we looked at how small, sustainable, and consistent changes or modifications are more likely to stick, rather than attempting to overhaul everything.This week we focus on lots of ideas for what you can actually do in the classroom along with ways to make it happen seamlessly, consistently and successfully. So, Let’s jump in!Topics in this Episode:
What will that new thing be?Communication ModesClassroom ProceduresHigh-Leverage Teaching PracticesAssessmentsHow will you make it happen?When is it time for a new goal?Matt Cuts: Try Something New For 30 DaysJames Clear: Atomic HabitsLet's connect!
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