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Comprehension-based instruction in the Modern-Language Classroom.

Teaching with Comprehensible Input: Mastering the Sweet 16 Verbs with Gestures

Unlock the power of gestural communication to teach the Sweet 16 Verbs with Comprehensible Input. This comprehensive guide will help you master the art of using gestures to effectively teach essential verbs to your students.

Top 10 Tips for Providing Great Comprehensible Input

Check out our Top 10 Tips for Providing Great Comprehensible Input. Our expert tips will help you engage and inspire your students, making language learning more accessible and enjoyable. Read on to discover the Top 10 Tips for Providing Great Comprehensible Input today.

Top 5 CI Mistakes

Today, I’ve got my top 5 mistakes you want to avoid in your language classroom. Are you making any of these mistakes? I know I have!

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Circumlocution

Let's face it. Our students will never remember every word that we teach them. And they're never going to know thousands and thousands of words. So what are we to do as teachers? The answer to that is the topic of this article: circumlocution. We teach them how to circumlocute!

Community Question - If you could go to any point in history, where would you go?

This week's question of the week: If you could go to any point in history, where would you go? Let's build community together. Share your answers in the comments below!

Positivity Notes - Make a Student's Day!

As teachers, we have the power to make a positive impact on our students' lives each and every day. And what better way to do that than with positivity notes? These small, thoughtful notes can go a long way in boosting your students' confidence and happiness.

The Art of Asking Questions

Do you struggle with asking questions? Do your questions get repetitive and boring? Asking questions to get the language in students’ heads is not easy. It’s an art form. Read on to find out how you can master this art form and ask questions like the best of them!

Write & Discuss — Powerful activity for review, extension, or to simply teach writing.

"Write & Discuss" is a great way to provide more input in a collaborative and interactive way. So why wait? Give "Write & Discuss" a try and see how it can help you maximize comprehensible input in your class.

Community Question - If you had to pick another career, what would it be?

This week's question of the week: If you had to pick another career, what would it be? Let's build community together. Share your answers in the comments below!