The importance of diversity and inclusion in the classroom cannot be overstated. A comprehensive Spanish curriculum that celebrates the contributions of Hispanic women not only enriches students’ learning experience but also serves as a powerful tool for empowerment and combating stereotypes.
Promoting Inclusivity for All Identities in the Language Classroom
Let’s discuss the various facets of including queer identities in language education, exploring the resistance encountered and advocating for strategies that uphold linguistic liberation and LGBTQ+ inclusivity.
Biographies of Notable Hispanics for the Spanish Class
Introduce students to notable Hispanic figures, including Afro-Latinos, across various fields such as entertainment, literature, activism, and more. Discover the rich cultural heritage and significant contributions of these amazing personalities to enhance the learning experience in a Spanish class.
Engaging Students Through Cultural Connections in the Spanish Classroom
When educators blend culture and language learning seamlessly, they not only enrich the learning environment but also encourage a profound, empathetic understanding of diversity among students.
How To Use AP Spanish Themes Across All Proficiency Levels
By incorporating AP Spanish themes into scaffolded activities early on, we can demystify the perception of AP coursework as unattainable, showing that students can engage with these themes from the very beginning of their language learning journey.
Ideas to Celebrate Black History Month in the Language Classroom
The integration of Black History Month themes offers a unique opportunity to celebrate diversity, explore social justice issues, and highlight the contributions of the African diaspora. By incorporating a range of resources and activities, educators can create an immersive and inclusive learning environment that reflects the cultural and ethnic diversity of students today.
Strategies for Integrating Poetry in the Spanish Classroom
Comprehensible poetry strips away the barriers that often render classical literary texts intimidating for language learners. By offering poetry written with familiar vocabulary and structures, educators help students navigate new linguistic landscapes with confidence.
Teaching Spanish Through Interactive Stations
Explore various station-based activities and games designed specifically for language learning and analyze their impact on vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, comprehension, and conversational skills.
10 Ways to Maximize the Teacher Planning Period and Achieving Work-Life Balance
By implementing strategies such as setting priorities, utilizing self-grading methods, creating boundaries, and seeking support, teachers can enhance productivity, reduce workload, and prevent burnout.
How to Create a Community-Centered Classroom for Spanish Language Acquisition
The pursuit of language proficiency in educational settings often revolves around the challenge of creating an environment conducive to natural language acquisition. A pivotal factor in this quest is the understanding that learning thrives within a community-oriented approach paired with engaging methodologies.
The Potential of Drama in the Spanish Classroom: A TPRS Approach
Utilizing drama within a Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling (TPRS) framework elevates the traditional language learning experience by integrating creativity, context, and cognates into the curriculum, fostering deeper understanding and retention.
8 Engagement and Motivation Techniques for the Spanish Classroom
By utilizing a variety of teaching strategies such as games, movement activities, and interactive routines, Spanish teachers can create an emotionally engaging and intellectually stimulating environment that promotes language acquisition and cultural appreciation.
Conjugation of Sentarse: A Comprehensive Guide 🔑
Por favor, siéntese, and let the class begin. Today’s topic is conjunctions of the irregular verb sentarse. It has multiple forms in the Indicative, Subjunctive, and Imperative moods, and we will detail every one of them. Take your notebook and pen, and make sure to come up with your own examples for every tense we will […]
La belleza y la estética: 14 Scaffolded Cultural Activities for High School Students
Activities tailored to different proficiency levels, exploring diverse cultural topics related to beauty, aesthetics, and heritage in Argentina, Colombia, and Ecuador. Through a combination of reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and critical thinking exercises, students enhance their Spanish language skills while gaining valuable insights into the richness of Spanish-speaking cultures.
Sana Sana Colita de Rana: The Healing Chant Explained 🐸
Ever bumped your knee and heard the soothing words, “Sana Sana Colita de Rana”? This seemingly simple rhyme, meaning “Heal, heal, little frog’s tail,” holds a special place in the hearts of many Latino communities. It’s a little chant used for generations to offer comfort and reassurance to kids experiencing bumps, scrapes, and even the […]
Spanish Colors: Bilingual Guide to Colors in Spanish & English 🌈
Have you ever dreamt of painting the town red… in Spanish, that is? Well, mastering colors is a fantastic first step towards fluency, and this guide is here to be your colorful companion on that journey!Get ready to learn a rainbow of vocabulary and essential grammar tips and discover how to express your favorite Spanish […]
Saber Conjugation: Master Every Tense Guide 📘
Have you reached irregular verbs and can’t wrap your mind around saber conjunctions? We have compiled all saber conjunctions in one place for you with real-life examples to help you understand the usage of this word better. Sabemos mucho de gramática – and you will know it soon, too! Table of Contents When to Use SaberWhat […]
Embracing Diversity and Challenging Biases in the World Language Classroom
In an increasingly diverse and interconnected world, the language classroom has become a critical arena for promoting equity and challenging biases. This has necessitated a shift in pedagogical approaches to ensure that teaching methods are inclusive and reflective of the complexities of gender, race, and culture.
Strategies to Maintain Focus and Attention in the World Language Classroom in the Digital Era
In the digital era, the infusion of technology into our daily lives has reshaped the way we engage with the world—including how we learn languages.
5 Innovative Practices for Sustainable Language Teaching
Explore the principles and practices necessary for establishing a sustainable language teaching framework.
Genial.ly: The Best AI for Visual Storytelling
Through the power of tools like Genial.ly and Canva, language educators are now equipped to craft engaging and dynamic narratives that captivate the curiosity of learners and make the educational journey both fun and effective.
Language Learning Through Music Brackets
Explore the versatile approach of music brackets in language classrooms, underscoring their efficacy in fostering engagement, enhancing cultural appreciation, and strengthening language competencies.
Allison Perryman: Spanish Teacher, Creator of The Cultural Classroom, and Host of Diversity in Action
Allison Perryman brings over 20 years of experience in Spanish language education to her presentations. A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusivity, Perryman emphasizes the importance of confronting biases in the Spanish classroom.
Ashley Mikkelsen: Srta. Spanish
Ashley Mikkelsen is a Spanish teacher and the creator of Srta Spanish. She startedlearning Spanish in 8th grade, studied Spanish and Education in college, then lived inSegovia, Spain during school.
Bertha Delgadillo: High School Spanish Teacher
Bertha is a high school public educator in Savannah, Georgia. In addition to teaching Spanish II – AP Spanish Language and Culture, Bertha enjoys sharing effective acquisition driven instructional strategies with her district colleagues at professional regional, & national conferences as well as at informal gatherings.
Carolina Gómez: Creator of Fun for Spanish Teachers
Carolina has a background in languages and education, together with a Masters inIntercultural Relations. Originally from Colombia, she now lives in the US where she isan Elementary Spanish teacher, teaching Pre-K to third grade.
Jessica Hall: Miss Señorita
Meet JessicaJessica Hall, also known as Miss Señorita, is an accomplished Spanish teacher specializing in grades 7th to 12th. Hailing from New Haven, CT, she brings a wealth of international experience to her teaching. During her college years, Jessica studied abroad in Alicante, Spain, immersing herself in the language and culture. Her passion for languages […]
Claudia Elliott: Founder of Growing with Proficiency & Spanish Teacher Academy
Meet ClaudiaClaudia Elliott is a Spanish teacher at Paxon School for Advanced Studies in Jacksonville Florida where she was selected TOY for 2020. Claudia has been teaching Spanish since 2005. She currently teaches Spanish 1, Spanish 3 IB, and AP Spanish Language and Culture. In recent years, Claudia has implemented dramatic changes to her teaching […]
Joshua Cabral: Spanish Teacher, Creator, and Host of World Language Classroom
Meet JoshuaJoshua Cabral, a prominent figure in Spanish language education, holds an MA in Applied Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition, boasting an impressive 26 years of teaching experience. His journey in the field has been marked by a fervent advocacy for leveraging literacy and reading as potent forms of comprehensible input. As the esteemed host […]
Sherry Sebesta: French and Spanish Teacher & Creator of World Language Cafe
Meet SherrySherry Sebesta is a veteran High School French and Spanish teacher andFulbright-Hays Scholar, known for her innovative ways of engaging language students.Raising her own kids bilingually has given her a unique perspective on how wenaturally acquire language skills. Sherry Sebesta’s Sessions at the World Language Teacher Summit First Week Lesson Plans To Get Students […]