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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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What's in the Box?

Want an engaging game of mystery that will get your students talking? Then "What's in the Box?" is a quick, no-plan activity that will do just that!

My "Go-To" Sub Lesson Plan

I've come up with my go-to sub plans that don't require any work by the sub except for time-keeping, yet a day in the target language is not lost for the students. My go-to sub plans include writing, reading, listening, and speaking in a stress-free environment that is fun for the students.

teachforjune is NOW Immediate Immersion

Our new name puts the heart of what we do—immediately immerse students in language—front and center and by focusing on immersing our students in language, we can further their path to proficiency.

Principles of Power Grading

Power Grading is my grading system and it’s a proficiency-based grading and assessment system that aligns with student ability. It is based on standards-based-grading practices, sound assessment design, and Bloom’s Taxonomy.

How I made Free Voluntary Reading a success like never before.

This year, I found that one thing. It took me all these years and lots of books on reading, blogs, and discussions with experts on reading and FVR for it to finally become clear. What was that one thing? What is that magic pill? Let me tell you.

The Problems with Traditional Grading

When you use tests, quizzes, projects, homework, and participation as grade-book indicators, you are unable to clearly see a student’s strengths and weaknesses.