Growing With Proficiency The Podcast
Episodes
Episode 188: End-of-Year Engagement: How to Use Reading Stations With Any Text and Keep Students Learning
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailAt this point in the year, many of us are feeling it. Students are distracted, energy is low, and if we say “read,” suddenly half ...
Re-Release Episode 94: Card Talk with a Twist: An Activity That Builds Community and Boosts Comprehension
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailAre you looking for an interactive and engaging activity to boost your students' participation and build a strong classroom commu...
Episode 187: End-of-Year Activities for World Language Classes (Low-Prep Ideas That Work) With Allison Wienhold
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailThe end of the school year can feel chaotic: testing, low energy, and unpredictable schedules. So what do you actually do with your ...
Episodio 186: El modelo 50/50: cómo motivar y facilitar interacciones auténtica en el modo interpersonal con Theresa Jensen y Maria del Carmen Benítez
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailProfe ¿te ha pasado esto? Haces una pregunta… y recibes respuestas de una palabra. O silencio. O miradas de “no sé qué deci...
Re-Release Episode 27: Shake Up Your Classroom with My Top 5 Language Teaching Strategies and Activities from SCOLT 23
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailSCOLT is definitely one of my favorite conferences, and 2023 was a highlight. That is why I decided to re-release this and because y...
Episode 185: Interpersonal Communication That Works: Goals and Scaffolds for Silent Discussion (Part 2 with Chelsea Lawrence)
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailInterpersonal communication can feel like one of the hardest modes to teach. You plan the activity, set expectations… and then stude...
Episode 184: How to Decide What to Stop Caring About as a Language Teacher with Meredith White, Bethanie Drew and Maris Hawkins
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt like you are doing everything, you’re running out of energy, and somehow, it still doesn’t feel like enough? I...
Re-Release Episode 163: Silent Discussions — A Simple Strategy to Boost Interpersonal Communication in Your Language Classes
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailI’m re-releasing this episode today because Silent Discussions have become one of the most powerful activities in my classroom. Rece...
Episode 183: Dictation + Communication: How to Make Dictation Purposefully Communicative With Keith Toda
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textDictation is one of those classic activities many of us use in our language classes—but sometimes it can feel repetitive or not very comm...
Re-Release Episode 114: Talking about Listening Comprehension in World Language Education with Marta Ruiz Yedinek
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textJoin host Claudia Elliott in this insightful episode of 'Growing with Proficiency, the podcast,' as she delves into the importanc...
Episodio 182: Comprensión auditiva en la clase de español: Estrategias y ciclo práctico para desarrollar el listening
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textLa comprensión auditiva es una de las habilidades más desafiantes para nuestros estudiantes… y muchas veces también para nosotros como...
Re-Release Episode 30: Low-Prep Activities and Three Pillars for High-Engagement in the World Language Class
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textAre you a language teacher looking for ways to engage your students? If you’re, you’re not alone. How to engage students is the mos...
Episode 181: 7 Steps to a Language-Rich, Interactive World Language Classroom with Sally Barnes
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhat if every student in your world language classroom was actively engaged, supported, and confident in using the target language?In this ...
Re-Release Episode 5: Managing Chatty Classes: 5 Strategies to Get World Language Students Actually LISTENING
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textNothing works if our students aren't truly listening, and I mean truly listening.Do you have that one class that pushes all your butto...
Episodio 180: Del Input al Output: Un Ciclo de Instrucción que Puedes Repetir
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPlanear clases no debería sentirse agotador. Muchas veces el problema no es la falta de ideas, sino no tener una estructura clara que p...
Episode 179: How to Tell Stories So Students Actually Listen: What the Brain Says About Engagement with Erica Peplinski-Burge
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhy do some stories immediately capture students’ attention—while others lose them halfway through?In this episode of Growing With P...
Re-Release Episode 118: Low-Stress Assessments with AnneMarie Chase
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSo many teachers ask the same questions:"How do you assess in a proficiency-driven classroom?""How do you grade without o...
Re-released Episode 22: Making Interpersonal Communication Work: 5 Repeatable Activities That Build Real Conversation with Bethanie Drew
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textInterpersonal communication is what our students want most… and what many of us struggle to make happen without it turning into their ...
Episode 178: Adjusting & Personalizing Instruction: The Core Skill That Makes It Possible
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text(Why one-size-fits-all lessons don’t work—and what to do instead)In this episode, I focus on what I consider the heart of acquisitio...
Episode 177: How to Ask Better Questions in the World Language Classroom (Using 5-Minute Blocks)
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency, we continue the series on how to build foundational skills for language acquisition in inte...
Episodio 176: Las tres habilidades básicas para la adquisición de la lengua: Rutinas de 5 minutos para usar la lengua meta, hacer preguntas y personalizar
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEn este episodio de Growing With Proficiency, hablo de tres habilidades esenciales para la adquisición de la lengua que sostienen nuest...
Episode 175: How to Stay in the Target Language 5 Minutes At A Time (3 Easy Routines)
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHappy New Year, profe 🎉 If you’re setting classroom goals for 2026—this episode is for you.So many language teachers want the sam...
Re-Release Episode 14: 3 Strategies to Reclaim Your Time in the New Year From Lesson Planning to Taking Control of Your Inbox With Lisa Mchargue
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDo you spend too much time lesson planning, searching for files, or managing your inbox—and still feel like you’re always behind?In ...
Re-Release Episode 126: Voice and Grow: Why End-of-Year Surveys Are a Must for Our Classes
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAs the school year wraps up, there’s no better time to reflect—not just on what we think worked, but on how students experienced our...
Episode 174 — Three Low-Stress December Activities That Still Give Students Input
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about December. I’m sharing three low-stress activities that keep students engaged, help them revisit everyth...
EPISODE 173: Why Curiosity is Key for Motivation in Language Class: ACTFL Takeaways + Easy CI Strategies for December
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIf you are exhausted this December and looking for simple, meaningful ways to keep your students engaged — this episode is your cafeci...
Episodio 171 en español: Cómo mantener clases de español activas sin pasar horas planeando
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text¿Te sientes que se te acabo la gasolina? ¿Tienes poco tiempo pero muchas ganas de que tus clases sigan vivas y activas? En este episod...
Re-Release Episode 130 — Rediscovering Joy and Authenticity in the Language Classroom: Practical Steps to Engage and Inspire
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever felt disconnected from your passion for teaching — like you’re doing all the things but nothing seems to spark joy any...
Episode 171: Boost Comprehension and Engagement With ClipChat: A Guide for Language Teachers with Amy Marshall
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIf you’ve ever found yourself searching for an activity that is engaging, meaningful, and actually supports language acquisition, this...
Re-released Episodio 3 En español: Tres cambios que transformaron mi clase de español
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEn este episodio, comparto uno de mis episodios favoritos en español sobre tres cambios fundamentales que transformaron mi clase y reno...
Episode 170: How Do We Support Neurodivergent Learners in the World Language Classroom? Designing Inclusive Classrooms
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textA conversation with Wesley WoodWhat happens when we stop planning for the “average” learner and instead design our classrooms with n...
Episode 169: How to Use Songs in the World Language Classroom (and Make Them Comprehensible) with Kara Jacobs
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEvery world language teacher knows the power of music — but how do we move beyond karaoke Fridays and make songs truly comprehensible ...
Episode 10 Re-Release: Games That Get Students Talking with Christina Margiore
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThere’s never a bad time of the year for a good game. Whether it’s November, May, or that wild week before a break — a well-chosen...
Re-Release Episode 89: Discover 5 Games to Boost Engagement & Community in Your World Language Class with Profe Valentina and Carolina Gómez
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you searching for low-prep games perfect for this busy time of year? Look no further! In this episode, join us as we welcome two inc...
Episode 168: How Can Task-Based Language Teaching Engage Students in Authentic Communication With Purpose? A conversation with Dr. Claudia Fernández
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever noticed that some students struggle to see their progress in an acquisition-driven classroom?When your lessons focus on co...
Episode 167: Rethinking Intermediate Classes with Comprehensible Input: A Conversation with Gary DiBianca
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDoes comprehensible input still matter at the intermediate level? Absolutely. In this conversation with Gary DiBianca, he shares how he ...
Episodio 166: Cómo Enseñar a Estudiantes de Herencia: Estrategias, Rutinas y Pilares para el Aula de Español
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEn este episodio en español de Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, converso con la Dra. Marta Silva sobre un tema esencial para prof...
Re-Release of Episode 20: Class Jobs: Building Community, Boosting Engagement, and Saving Your Sanity
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhy am I re-releasing this episode? Because after a few weeks back in the classroom, I felt it again — that weight of doing everything...
Episode 165: Listening to Silence: How to Use It to Understand and Engage Your Students in the Language Classroom
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSilence in the language classroom doesn’t mean students aren’t saying anything. Silence is information. In this episode of Growin...
Episode 164: Are We Listening? Rethinking Accents, Comprehensibility, and Communication in Our Classrooms and Communities
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre errors or strong accents really blocking communication—or is it about how we listen? 🎧In this episode, I share why comments abo...
Episode 163: Silent Discussions: A Simple Strategy to Boost Interpersonal Communication in Your Language Classes
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever felt like getting your students to really use the target language with each other is the hardest thing? You want them to s...
Episode 162: Students Didn’t Meet Expectations? Why That’s Not the Real Problem
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAs teachers, we’ve all been there—you’ve planned the lesson, you’ve given directions, and then… your students just don’t mee...
Episodio 161: Momentos Auténticos Para Fomentar Interacciones en Español en Clase
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSeguro te ha pasado: das tu clase en español con toda la energía, pero hay un silencio total. Esa desconexión cansa y desmotiva, po...
Episode 160: Routines That Stick: Save Time, Reduce Stress, and Maximize Target Language Use
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSave time, reduce stress, and maximize target language use—because that’s how you create a sustainable school year, profe. 🌟In th...
Episode 159: How to Transform Open House Into a Trust-Building Moment
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOpen House isn’t just about sharing rules—it’s your chance to build trust with parents, spark curiosity, and show them how their s...
Episode 158: How to Boost Target Language Use with Routines, Play, and Student Connections
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency, I’m joined by my friends and fellow educators Annabelle Williamson (La Maestra Loca) and ...
Episode 157: What Does It Really Mean to Teach for Acquisition? 3 Key Skills Every Language Teacher Needs
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHow do we move from teaching about a language to using it to communicate—authentically, meaningfully, and joyfully?In this special liv...
Episode 156: Planning With Purpose — A Conversation with Dr. Diane Neubauer & Dr. Reed Riggs
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPlanning for acquisition isn’t about perfection—it’s about intention. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Diane Neubauer...
Episode 155: What Happened When I Taught My Students About Language Acquisition and Proficiency
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat happens when students expect grammar charts, parents want vocabulary lists, and administrators walk in asking, “Why are YOU doing...
Episode 154: What to Prioritize the First Week of School-Back to School Series
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe first week of school can feel like a whirlwind—there’s excitement, anticipation, and let’s be honest… pressure. What should ...
Episode 153: Back To School Series: Planning a Sustainable Year in the World Language Classroom: Five Steps for Success
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPlanning for a new school year can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to create a class centered on communication and pr...
Episodio 152: 5 claves para comenzar el año escolar con claridad, conexión y sostenibilidad
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text¿Tienes todo listo para un nuevo año escolar que no solo funcione, sino que se sienta bien? En este episodio te comparto las 5 claves ...
Episode 151: Back to School in the World Language Classroom: 3 Pillars to Build a Sustainable Language Classroom
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAs we step into a new school year, one word guides everything: sustainability.In this first episode of a 4-part summer series, I’m bre...
Episode 150: Teaching with ADHD: Real Talk, Tools, and Compassion with Annabelle Williamson & Bertha Delgadillo
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis episode is a different kind of conversation—one that goes beneath the surface and straight to the heart. 💛In this episode of G...
Episode 149: What to Do When Your School No Longer Feels Like a Safe Place
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis isn’t your typical episode about strategies or games. Today, we’re talking about something real, something we don’t say out l...
Re-Release Episode 84: One of the Most Downloaded Episodes of Growing With Proficiency — The Power of Reading with Dr. Stephen Krashen
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn a season when we just can't do it all, having clarity about what truly impacts our students’ proficiency journey is key. And t...
Re-Release Episode 37: Discover the Power of the S.T.E.P. Protocol for Your Language Class
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this re-released episode, I'm sharing one of the most powerful practices I started a few years ago—and yes, I still use it tod...
Re-Release Episode 35: Easy, Fun, Low-Prep Games for the End of the Year (with Dahiana Castro)
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThere’s nothing like a good game to bring life back into your classroom—especially when everyone (including you) is counting down th...
Re-Release Episode 94: Card Talk with a Twist: An Activity That Builds Community and Boosts Comprehension
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you looking for an interactive and engaging activity to boost your students' participation and build a strong classroom communi...
Episode 148: Avoiding Teacher Burnout: 5 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you ending the year feeling tired, disconnected, or wondering if all your hard work made a difference?In this episode, I’m opening...
Episode 147: How to Turn End-of-Year Assessments Into a Celebration of Growth
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDo your assessments reflect the full journey your students have taken with you this year?In this episode, I reflect on how end-of-year a...
Episodio 146 – Planear con propósito: Cómo diseñar una unidad comunicativa paso a paso
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text¿Quieres planear tu próxima unidad sin caer en el “más de lo mismo”? En este episodio te llevo paso a paso por cómo diseño una...
Episode 145: Read and Draw with a Twist: The Power of Hieroglyphics in Comprehension
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Growing with Proficiency, we dive into a creative twist on the classic Read and Draw activity that takes student comp...
Episode 144: How to Use AI to Support World Language Classes (Without Losing the Purpose)
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAI tools are popping up everywhere — but can we use them in a way that still aligns with second language acquisition and communication...
Episode 143: Picture Talk Reimagined – 5 Ways to Make It Sustainable and Student-Led
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome back to Growing With Proficiency The Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re diving into Picture Talk—a classic strategy that m...
Episode 142: Building Joy, Connection, and Sustainability in Language Classes: Insights from a CI Teacher Panel
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, I’m joined by three brilliant educators—Donna Tatum-Johns, Justin Slocum B...
Episodio 141: Estaciones y Rotaciones: Estrategias para un Cierre de Año con Más Autonomía y Menos Agotamiento
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text¿Sientes que el fin de año escolar viene lleno de cansancio y falta de energía? 😮💨 En este episodio, te comparto dos estruct...
Episode 140: From Reading to Assessment — 4 Classroom Strategies from SCOLT (Part 2)
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLast week in Episode 139, I shared the 4 biggest takeaways from SCOLT — and today, I’m showing you how those ideas come to life with...
Episode 139: The Heart Behind the Strategy: My 4 Biggest Takeaways from SCOLT 2025
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever needed a reminder of why this work matters? In this episode, I’m sharing the powerful moments from SCOLT 2025 that fille...
Re-Release: Episode 49: Star Student Interview – Centering Our Students Despite Restrictions
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWith new regulations restricting what we can and cannot teach, many of us are left wondering: How can we continue to support ALL of our ...
Re-Release Episode 73: Engaging Students and Encouraging Talking in the Target Language with Erica Peplinski-Burge and Justin Slocum Bailey
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSeeking ways to encourage student talking and boost engagement in the target language, without forcing output? If you're wondering,...
Episode 138: Structuring Output Activities for Language Learners: Growing With Proficiency Winter Conference Takeaways (Part 2)
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAs language teachers, supporting and facilitating student output can be both rewarding and challenging. We know how excited students fee...
Episodio 137: Leyendo con Lupa: Cómo Representamos a la Mujer en la Clase de Español con Adriana Ramírez y Margarita Pérez García
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text¿Cómo representamos a la mujer en nuestra clase de español? ¿Qué historias contamos y qué estereotipos perpetuamos sin darnos cuen...
Re-Release Episode 77: Enhancing World Language Classes with Music: Discover March Madness for Boosting Student Engagement
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you on the lookout for effective strategies to enhance engagement in your world language classes? Join us in this episode as we expl...
Episode 136: Brain Breaks, Map Talk, and Storytelling: Growing With Proficiency Winter Conference Takeaways (Part 1)
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever felt like you’re running low on energy in your classroom? Maybe you’ve been wondering how to bring more movement, enga...
Episode 135: Revisiting the Foundations of Language Acquisition with Dr. Bill VanPatten
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textFebruary can be tough. We’re not just physically exhausted—we’re emotionally drained. The weight of our classrooms, our students, ...
Episode 134: Embedded Reading: A Powerful Strategy to Boost Comprehension and Confidence with Laurie Clarcq and Michele Whaley
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Laurie Clarcq and Michele Whaley, the pioneers ...
Episodio 133: Prácticas Inclusivas En Nuestras Clases Con Kodi Rain
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEn este episodio de Growing With Proficiency, The Podcast, nos acompaña Kodi Rain, docente de español y coautor de Los viernes de pelí...
Episode 132: How to Build Cultural and Intercultural Competence in Language Classrooms: Strategies to Foster Connection and Empathy with Cécile Lainé
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, I’m joined by the amazing Cécile Lainé to explore how to build cultural an...
Episode 131: Understanding the 2024 ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines with Maris Hawkins
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency The Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Maris Hawkins to unpack the 2024 ACTFL Proficien...
Episode 130: Rediscovering Joy and Authenticity in the Language Classroom: Practical Steps to Engage and Inspire
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever felt disengaged or disconnected from your passion for teaching? In this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, ...
Re-release Episode 75: Strategies for Fostering Listening in Group and Pair Work
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHow can we ensure that students not only talk but also listen to each other in group and pair activities, fostering a vibrant classroom ...
Estructuras Efectivas en el Aula: Desde la Instrucción Colectiva hasta el Trabajo Individual para Maximizar el Compromiso
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text¿Sientes que el compromiso de tus estudiantes no es el que esperabas? ¿Notas fatiga tanto en ellos como en ti cuando utilizas las mism...
Episode 128: Your Ultimate Plan for the First Day Back: Build Connections, Inspire Resolutions, and Foster Communication
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textStart the year grounded in what truly matters. In this episode, I’m sharing my first-day-back lesson plan that focuses on my three pil...
Episode 127: Joy and Justice in Education with 2021 U.S. Teacher of the Year Juliana Urtubey
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if we recognized language learners as linguistically gifted individuals, rich in stories, knowledge, and potential?In this powerful...
Episode 126: Voice and Grow: Why End-of-Year Surveys Are a Must for Our Classes
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAs the school year wraps up, there’s no better time to reflect—not just on what we think worked, but on how students experienced our...
Episode 125: 3 Creative Ways to Keep Students Engaged and Learning as the Year Ends
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre your students tuning out as the school year winds down?Keeping students focused during the last weeks of school can feel like an imp...
Episode 124: Silent Sustained Reading: How to Make It Work
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if you could easily add more reading to your classroom to support language acquisition and cultural competence without overwhelming...
Episodio que Dejó Huella: Claves para Hacer tus Clases más Sostenibles
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEste episodio fue lanzado el año pasado y se convirtió en uno de los favoritos de nuestra audiencia. Hoy lo traemos de vuelta porque c...
Episode 123: Are We Reading Enough in Class? Simple Ways to Add More Reading Today!
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre we reading enough in our classes to truly support language acquisition? Research says reading is the most effective way for students...
Re-release: Simplify Language Teaching and Boost Engagement with Lisa McHargue (Episode 61)
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOne Resource, One Activity, Endless Possibilities for Pre-Reading, Reading, and Post-ReadingThis episode is exactly what we need at this...
Episode 122: Elevating Intermediate Learners with CI – Authentic Resources, Grammar, Writing, and Feedback (Part 3)
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this final installment of our three-part series, Elevating Intermediate Learners with Comprehensible Input, we’re tackling the ques...
Episode 121: Elevate Intermediate Learners - Part 2: Purposeful and Supported Output & Realistic Curriculum
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn Episode 121 of Growing With Proficiency The Podcast, Claudia dives into the second part of her series on intermediate learners, focus...
Episodio 120: 3 Estrategias Clave para Apoyar a Estudiantes de Nivel Intermedio – con Esther Galo
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text¿Te preguntas cómo ayudar a tus estudiantes de nivel intermedio a dar ese salto de comprensión y expresión en el idioma? En este epi...
Episode 119: Elevate Intermediate Learners with Comprehensible Input
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency, The Podcast, we’re diving into the essentials of comprehensible input (CI) for intermedia...
Re-release: Five Strategies to Get Your Students to Listen (Episode 5)
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAfter nine weeks of school, we all know our students are starting to feel tired, and listening just isn’t going as smoothly as it used...
Episode 118: Low-Stress Assessments with AnnMarie Chase
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, I sit down with the amazing AnneMarie Chase to talk about a topic that we can&...
Episode 117: Reading, Games, and Content-Based Learning - 5 Key Takeaways from FFLA
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I’m sharing five valuable insights from the recent Florida Foreign Language Association (FFLA) conference that can tr...
Unlock the Magic of Stations: Transform Your World Language Class with 10 Engaging Ideas (Re-Release)
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever hesitated to try something new in your classroom, convinced it would require too much work and too little control? That&ap...
Episodio 116: Cómo Integrar Eventos Actuales, Temas Globales y Conversaciones Personales en Clase con Charlas del Calendario
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEn este episodio, Claudia explora cómo las charlas del calendario van más allá de discutir el clima y la fecha. Aprende a crear disc...