Learning a second or a foreign language goes far beyond a grammar concept. It is learning about the culture and the history of its people. It is communicating and interacting while building understanding and meaningful experiences.
In my classes, my students experience individual and team success. They are challenged and cared for. My kids are encouraged to practice the language there are learning inside and outside the classroom setting. I promote the use of strategies and tools: role playing, interactive games, traditional games, team work, public presentations, and cultural activities.
All in all, to aim at reaching out to individual and cooperative goals, to connect their language learning to other areas such as history, language arts, music, art, science, technology, among others, and to develop skills that will empower them in this global world we live in.
In my classes, my students experience individual and team success. They are challenged and cared for. My kids are encouraged to practice the language there are learning inside and outside the classroom setting. I promote the use of strategies and tools: role playing, interactive games, traditional games, team work, public presentations, and cultural activities.
All in all, to aim at reaching out to individual and cooperative goals, to connect their language learning to other areas such as history, language arts, music, art, science, technology, among others, and to develop skills that will empower them in this global world we live in.
Students use a variety of resources to learn, to practice, and to assess their knowledge. Please take a look at some of the activities they do in class.
8th grade using Kahoot to review a lesson. Kahoot is an excellent tool for teachers and presenters. It is fun and interactive. My kids love it.
If you would like to look at some more short clips of Kids using Technology to engage in learning vocabulary, check out this link:
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If you would like to look at some more short clips of Kids using Technology to engage in learning vocabulary, check out this link:
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Role playing, games, festivals, and special occasions are part of the learning experiences my kids love the most. Cultural awareness plays an important role in my classes, and kids enjoy the activities. It's so much fun. I Love their happy faces and how they interact while trying to use the language. It's a rewarding feeling; a little bit of success experienced by my kids is a step to empower them!