From intuition to INTENTION
Strategies to optimize foreign language teaching
and prevent emotional, mental, and physical burnout
This book is designed for both new and experienced language educators. Each chapter addresses key aspects of second-language teaching in a classroom setting, ranging from curriculum design to innovative strategies. The goal is to enhance learning while helping educators avoid burnout. I hope you find it valuable.
Table of Contents
Love of language —a preface
Get your crystal ball —goals and objectives
From intuition to intention
The impact of the physical learning environment
Working memory and language learning
Let’s have fun! Or should we say, Let’s engage!
Lifesavers
Grading and reflection
Avoiding burnout
LIBROS PARA LA CLASE DE LITERATURA
Literatura 1-2-3 es un material suplementario para las clases anteriores al curso de Literatura y Cultura del Español AP. Tiene como objetivo principal facilitar el aprendizaje gradual del estudio de la literatura ayudando a sus estudiantes a desarrollar el vocabulario técnico y las destrezas de análisis necesarias para expresar ideas y puntos de vista de manera clara y fluida.
LITERATURA 150 ha sido diseñado para optimizar la enseñanza del curso de Literatura y Cultura Española AP. LITERATURA 150 no es un libro de texto con explicaciones para el profesor. Es un cuaderno de actividades creativas y colaborativas para todas las lecturas requeridas, presentadas a través de un enfoque temático y con el único objetivo de profundizar en el análisis y comprensión del estilo y contenido de los textos. Con LITERATURA 150 podrá cubrir todo el material necesario en 150 horas de clase, haciendo el proceso de enseñanza más eficiente y significativo para sus estudiantes. Además, incluye un paquete de actividades para el verano.
COMPÁS
COMPÁS is a Spanish textbook for students at the intermediate level. It emphasizes four quadrants: Collaboration, Cultural Appreciation, Increased Linguistic Confidence, and Continuous Reflection.
These quadrants will guide your students' language development and success.
There are six (6) units in this textbook. Each unit features a vocabulary list, one grammar lesson, a series of dynamic activities, and a four-skill collaborative project.
Photo by Anibal Trejo https://www.dreamstime.com/anibaltrejo_info">Anibal Trejo</a
SOBREMESA
SOBREMESA is a vocabulary builder designed for intermediate-high and advanced-low students. It offers dynamic and collaborative lessons that provide extensive opportunities to practice all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
This course is perfect for those who wish to enrich their vocabulary and improve their language proficiency. Students become confident and effective communicators by studying a wide range of everyday topics such as People, Education and Work, Cars and Directions, Animals, Sports and Health, Global Challenges, Art, Travel and Tourism, Celebrations and Traditions, and My Future.
Photo by Guillermo Salvo
Tapiales, Buenos Aires, Argentina http://salvo-guille.blogspot.com