#langchat Archive

#LangChat is dedicated to the discussion of topics associated with issues and trends in world language instruction and learning. Educators, administrators, learners, and aficionados of world languages are encouraged to participate and share their experiences and input on various topics such as new ways to teach vocabulary, using music in the language classroom, and making standards-based grading valid. This chat is also unique in that it brings together language educators worldwide and from different contexts (elementary, secondary, higher education, etc.) and languages.
Thursday September 28, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Sep 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #langchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/q9PdwKw6v4
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Hey there everyone and welcome to #langchat! Tonight we're talking students' interests and your curriculum.
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Let's start with some intros! Tell us who you are, where you're from & what you teach! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    I'm Megan, currently teaching French 3 in Pennsylvania. Fall weather has FINALLY arrived! #langchat
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Sep 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi #langchat! Rose, Rochester NY, K-5 Spanish :) intrigued for the inquiry angle tonight's chat could bring!
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Elizabeth i IL. Spanish and French HS. I got 2 kids in bed in time to #langchat this week!
  • CrookedCaddis Sep 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Sarah from Idaho. I teach Spanish 2, 3 and Sociology #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hey all-Valerie here from Chicago--elementary and middle school Spanish #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hola #langchat! Maris in Maryland teaching US and MS Spanish! Excited for this topic!
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Although it doesn't matter bc I always need a sweater in my classroom! #freezingac #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • MaryJaneDaum Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Sorry to miss! Got a conflict! Will catch up later! Love tonight's topic! #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hola, #langchat! Laura in NC, SUPER excited about this topic!!
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    I'm Courtney and its my first time joining! I teach middle school Spanish #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Welcome! #langchat
    In reply to @CourtneysClase
  • Rdene915 Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hi everyone, Rachelle from Pittsburgh, teach Spanish & a #STEAM course #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    We JUST got our building AC turned off last week (office temp was 63*F!)...and then it went back to being 90*. Ugh. #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • MadameGreiner Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Bonsoir from North Carolina! Nancy teaching French 1-5. #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Bethany in CA, French -I'm multitasking tonight and helping a teacher training on SAMR #langchat
  • srtabrandt96 Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Made it home just in time for #langchat (honestly #goals) Sarah, preservice Spanish at NCSU 🐺✌️
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Please don't be shy to let us know if this is your first #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Rough. Why can't it always just be temperate in buildings?! #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Currently a pre-service teacher at SUNY Oswego for Adolescence Spanish. This is my first time joining #langchat #langchat :)
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Welcome to #langchat
    In reply to @CourtneysClase
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    ¡Hola! Kristine from NJ - I teach HS Spanish - level 2-AP #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Welcome! #langchat
    In reply to @QuesnayAnali
  • magistertalley Sep 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Jason Talley, Latin @ Sycamore Springs MS, Dripping Springs TX. #langchat
  • fhnsantos Sep 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    ¡Hola! Brian here from Missouri, and I teach high school Spanish  #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Just a couple of reminders before Q1; don't forget to include A# in your answers and the hashtag #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Welcome! #langchat
    In reply to @QuesnayAnali
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Q1 coming up! #langchat
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Brenna in Ky, German, and I'm lurking as I nurse a baby 😉#langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Q1 Q1 Q1 How do you curate students' passions and interests? #langchat
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Jessie from MN. I teach HS Spanish #deptofone #langchat
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Hi #langchat! Allison in Iowa teaching Spanish to grades 7-12. It is homecoming week...😉
  • VTracy7 Sep 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Hiiii!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! #langchat Viviana in LA jumping out of her skin w/excitement! I teach Spanis for the Middles.
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: I curate by asking questions and giving surveys #langchat
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Welcome to #langchat !!
    In reply to @CourtneysClase
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 I used to do a beginning of year survey to ask what kinds of things they liked then...that fell by the wayside. :( #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Depends on #s-personal convo, google surveys, exit tickets, then chart #langchat
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Feeding a bottle 🍼 #momlife #langchat style
    In reply to @brennabyrd
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1 But I think surveys fell by the wayside as I got more into TPRS - PQA lets you get to know the kids pretty well! #langchat
  • MadameGreiner Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: I have a good memory and pay attention to what they discuss. I have done surveys. #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Ditto! I remembered... for the first unit! I need constant reminders! #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: PQA with upper levels.Special person with novices. It's hard for me to do it in TL #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Just one more piece of paper/other thing to keep track of really #langchat
    In reply to @rrrrrrrrrrrrosa
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 the only strategy that I've tried & had work is circling questions around the curricular topics #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 ask questions they can understand (¿Qué te gusta ver/escuchar/leer?) and have them respond in pictures! https://t.co/h3wK05cTfq #langchat
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Sometimes a Google Form & I find it most effective to have conversations. Asking what they did over the wknd, chatting, etc #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Agree you can got lots of inf from open ended writing...#langchat
    • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
      A1 But I think surveys fell by the wayside as I got more into TPRS - PQA lets you get to know the kids pretty well! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    SPECIAL PERSON! Yes! Great way to get to know Ss, and for Ss to get to know each other! #langchat
    In reply to @PalacMrs
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: I have a survey at the beginning of the term to find what celebrities\shows interest them and use them in stories\activities #langchat
  • fhnsantos Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1. Ss need to have autonomous control selecting topics for research project. Currently my Ss are doing one on global challenges! #langchat
  • SraRadosti Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Hi just made it !marya from NJ seventh grade Spanish level 1 #langchat
  • magistertalley Sep 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 I ask Ss about themselves in Latin as a part of class and use the information they give me to design activities & assessments. #langchat
  • VTracy7 Sep 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Same here. Surveys, PQA, Interviews, Discussions. Not great at acutally documenting & saving though #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    YES! PQA can take you pretty far. I like card talks a la @ciliftoff too! https://t.co/kpuOOVOSfB #langchat
    • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
      A1: PQA with upper levels.Special person with novices. It's hard for me to do it in TL #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Also- if I forget and have to double check- it is more questions to ask them! #langchat
    In reply to @MadameGreiner
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Sep 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1b: littles also wear their hearts on their sleeves: WWE lunchbox? lucha libre! cheerleading moves @ recess? baile viernes! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    If you're just joining us, we're on Q1! Please include A1 in your answer! #langchat
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    I'm going to have to look into card talks! #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @CIliftoff
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Surveys are such an easy way to find out about students! #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    There I go opening all the tabs again...#langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @CIliftoff
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: Constantly asking students about life. Weekend talk on Monday, asking about weekend plans Friday & paying attention #langchat
  • senorablair Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Buenas noches #langchat - I’m Hillary, I teach Spanish 1 in Texas
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Bonjour! I'm Tiffany, a former French Teacher who is currently serving teachers and students as a Tech Integration Coach. #langchat
  • SraErwin Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Hiiii Emily from Va I LOVE Ss surveys at the beginning of the year, but also found out a lot from free write blogs #langchat
  • CrookedCaddis Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 Definitely asking them about their lives and interests #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    This is one of the things I miss most about teaching high schoolers! We had great chats that way #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • VTracy7 Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: I'm having Ss make word clouds about selves for interactive notebooks...#langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Nothing like JUST TALKING in the TL! Right @alenord? #langchat https://t.co/jIeo7BQU2I
    • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
      A1: Sometimes a Google Form & I find it most effective to have conversations. Asking what they did over the wknd, chatting, etc #langchat
  • srtabrandt96 Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 listen to what they're talking about & ask them straight out what their interests are - no use in just guessing! #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Love. Paying Attention. #langchat
    • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
      A1: Constantly asking students about life. Weekend talk on Monday, asking about weekend plans Friday & paying attention #langchat
  • Rdene915 Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 Ask them, observations, do some surveys, check in and interact often #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • fhnsantos Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    I love PQA but my Ss aren't intrinsically motivated to answer Qs. #langchat
    In reply to @windycitysenora
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: Student surveys ! Personal conversations, create a SAFE SPACE where they feel safe enough to share stories with you #langchat
  • senorablair Sep 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1 - I find that having student guided vocabulary helps me ... I direct them with categories pertaining to our topic #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    "Quoi de neuf" was my favorite routine! https://t.co/MFOKuc1cQa #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @alenord
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    YES! I like making PBL groups based on the topics they're interested in! #langchat
    In reply to @fhnsantos
  • VTracy7 Sep 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    What a fantastic idea! #langchat
    • magistertalley Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
      I recorded the conversations I had with the, earlier this week on my iPhone and listened to it later to craft quiz items.
      In reply to @VTracy7
  • als5nep Sep 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    #langchat A1. I share my passions with Ss early on & ask survey parents b4 yr to share their child’s interests.
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    I feel like that is the goal, so in the TL, you are never "off topic" or wasting time. #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @alenord
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    If 1:1, try digital. @Mentimeter @polleverywhere Then guess who answered what. #langchat
    In reply to @fhnsantos, @windycitysenora, @Mentimeter, @polleverywhere
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1: including time every day for students to compare to own life & share experiences and interests in pair work and w/ the class. #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Intrinsic motivation has to come from hitting on the right topics--probably where surveys help when you don't know where to start #langchat
    In reply to @fhnsantos, @windycitysenora
  • CrookedCaddis Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Agreed! Interaction is key. Do it when your passing back papers, taking roll, etc. #langchat
    • Rdene915 Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
      A1 Ask them, observations, do some surveys, check in and interact often #langchat
      In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Bryce Hedstrom has some great stuff on his blog to explain! https://t.co/KL3cdzZBKW #langchat
    In reply to @mllepeterson, @PalacMrs
  • sr_connolly Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1) Open-ended writing, reflection, convos in class, connections before and after class. Passion + practice = progress. #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Ditto! I like having a structure then allowing students to add in words that THEY want to know. #langchat #nutriasthischapter
    • senorablair Sep 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
      A1 - I find that having student guided vocabulary helps me ... I direct them with categories pertaining to our topic #langchat
  • als5nep Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    #langchat it’s my first time. Aaron 2nd grade FI teacher
  • MadameGreiner Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Interesting idea. Are you doing a paper one or electronic? #langchat
    In reply to @VTracy7
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1: Share your own interests and passions with your students #langchat
  • senorablair Sep 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1 - Spanish 1 is ALL about them, what more are the egocentric freshmen interested in? 😂🤣😂 #langchat
  • SraRadosti Sep 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1 I used to do a survey at beginning of year , also used their name tags ask them to draw their interests, saw this in a blog. #langchat
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1 Student surveys, discussions, learner passion projects, observing their communication with native speaker pen pals :) #langchat
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1 also I try to remember info about them and incorporate back into the lesson, especially those who love the extra attention #langchat
  • marthaca82 Sep 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Q1 be present,listen to their conversations, the best lessons I created have come from Ss's conversations #langchat
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Every Mon we start off with a weekend review. It takes as long as it takes, no rush. Sts need to know THEY are the priority. #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    We are cruising tonight! Q2 coming up in just a minute! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Q2 Q2 Q2 When & how do you let students' interests influence your direction in class? #langchat
  • sr_connolly Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I tell my students to follow passions in Spanish: arts, music, sports, politics, pop culture, etc. Give them resource for each. #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @fhnsantos, @windycitysenora
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: I think building choice into class activities can go a long way here. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 When I can tie their interests to something I "have" to teach to make it more interesting, I do so! #langchat
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 I have a lot of curricular & instructional freedom so as much as I'm personally capable of allowing, I'll do it /1 #langchat
  • CrookedCaddis Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Q2 All the time! But most significantly when we learn culture. #langchat
  • als5nep Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    #langchat I also like to use the 2 x 10 activity with my S’s. Nothing like really getting to know them me
  • Rdene915 Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 If I know they have certain interests, focus convos on that, build confidence & authentic exper #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: I let students' interest dictate how long or how short we discuss various topics #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Ha! Found out a kid had a pool and now I'm constantly inviting her class to parties there! #personaespecialFTW #langchat
    In reply to @brennabyrd
  • senorablair Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 - whenever the opportunity presents itself & when I have my wits about me, I try. PQA checks every thing off the list #langchat
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 I'm just not that kind of teacher yet. still working on less teacher-directed & more inquiry /end #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    I also volunteer the kid who said she played a few instruments to play at all the parties! #langchat 😂
    In reply to @brennabyrd
  • BThompsonEdu Sep 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: I think talking about them and continually bringing back the topic to them #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 And all the better if a current event in target culture can tie into classroom interests/passions! #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Also when I get to know a student or group, I think they will LOVE this! One class loved Plaza Sesamo videos! #langchat
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 A2: Allow your students to become involved in their own learning. Let them tell you about the activities they like to do. #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Basically how card talks work! #langchat
    • SraRadosti Sep 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT
      A1 I used to do a survey at beginning of year , also used their name tags ask them to draw their interests, saw this in a blog. #langchat
  • SraErwin Sep 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: I agree. Seeing what Ss choose gives you so much info too #langchat
    In reply to @windycitysenora
  • jahmedjussaume Sep 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Late but excited to join in convo tonight. I'm Julie & teach Spanish in MA. A1: Had fun asking Lvl 3 about weekend plans today #langchat
  • magistertalley Sep 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 Students' interests always influence instruction in some way, even if just what chapter to read in textbook. #langchat
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 Type PQA sessions & read them (rdng strategies). https://t.co/umwlEd5Bun for any short books that come up w/PQA topics #langchat
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2- I try to personalize class, but I haven't given up control of the topics yet :-I #langchat
  • MMuellerFrench Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    #langchat Sorry for joining late, but I'm Josh Mueller, a pre-service teacher for French at NC State (along with @srtabrandt96) #Teach2Teach
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: Use their interest to make classroom material more meaningful for them. #langchat
  • sr_connolly Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2) all the time, from selecting readings to guiding topics to informing personal interactions. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 Had great luck that the Euro Cup was held in France in 2016 and I had a TON of soccer players in class! #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Yes! I have started asking if students went to events together and why they didn't invite each other! #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @brennabyrd
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 Um, constantly? I don't know what our vocab or project topics will be until I get their picture replies and can group them #langchat
  • CrookedCaddis Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 That's the mark of a great teacher. Make your topics relatable and engaging #langchat
    • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT
      A2- I try to personalize class, but I haven't given up control of the topics yet :-I #langchat
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A1: I had a revelation this week. Asked Ss if they'd ever been asked what they wanted to learn... they said no #langchat
  • srtabrandt96 Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 as long as they're showing genuine interest and using TL, I have open discussions a lot & connect to what we do! #Teach2Teach #langchat
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: I try to be flexible and naturally let the conversation come to an end. Can't be rigid w/time on a topic. #langchat
  • als5nep Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    #langchat by just listening to all their conversations and see where my content takes them and me. When we talk unit on France we go wild
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 AND that Stromae came to our town & did a concert in 2015. Fortuitous! #langchat
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: At the end of last year I had a google survey where students ranked the possible class novels fir this year #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: Recently I got requests to learn about the natural disasters happening in Mexico and hurricanes so I made one #langchat
  • senorablair Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 -asking Ss for & listening 2 feedback on activities also helps. Doesn’t make sense 2 do personalized activities they don’t like #langchat
  • sr_connolly Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2) learning a language takes work and it needs to be connected to other growth goals--we can know and support this. #langchat
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A1 For when PQA doesn't work, this is a GREAT way to get Ss talking about selves. https://t.co/80juboGEyi #langchat @bkandeltprs
  • VTracy7 Sep 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: Storyasking can be very revealing about Ss. Had 1 class fight stereotypes w/gusto #langchat #NoDamselsInDistress #BlueHair #BrownSkin
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    I say I don't know what the topics are, but I still have a GENERAL topic in mind. Really I let them choose SUBtopics #langchat
    In reply to @PalacMrs
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    It was the best day of my life. He performed at a theatre five minutes away from my house & my Ss skipped HOMECOMING to go. #langchat
    In reply to @rrrrrrrrrrrrosa
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: had Ss watch a playlist and choose their lesson today. Live vote results on google forms!! #langchat
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Yes! You can never predict where a class might go. I have a framework/plan in mind but am open to change as needed. #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish
  • MMuellerFrench Sep 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: Interests seem like they'd be great to talk about when they're related to content or just whenever students ask #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    True! I am going to do lit circles for our last novel in Spanish V and let students pick #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • srtabrandt96 Sep 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    YAAAAASSSS WELCOME TO YOUR FIRST #langchat JOSH!!! 🤣
    In reply to @MMuellerFrench
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 answer for A1 is same. I completely redesign curriculum around general Ss interests, use specific interests to plan daily #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2: had a ss only into vgames/ Beatles-I fnd Strwberry fields cover by @lasantacecilia to talk abt migrant https://t.co/WbNL073ckY!#langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2: if I have kids asking "can we learn this?" I'm willing to make it happen! If they're interested it makes everything worth it #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2 And sometimes I cheat and plan around MY passions...and if I'm lucky my Ss come to love those things too! #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Ooooh! What were the choices? #langchat
    In reply to @ProfeTravis
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    I currently do a weekly book club in AP (using Cajas de cartón) but would like to try lit circles with next novel. #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @SraWienhold
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    ...Last story I asked had their One-Word Image character killing the other class's character in prison over some lettuce...#langchat
    In reply to @VTracy7
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    I'm so bad at incorporating choice into activities beyond "choose your partner" #langchat
    In reply to @windycitysenora
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2: I experimented with passion projects and homework choices last year. It was neat to see students tackle various challenges. #langchat
    • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT
      Q2 Q2 Q2 When & how do you let students' interests influence your direction in class? #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Well there go MY tabs! #langchat
    In reply to @JessieOelke, @bkandeltprs
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    I have had so much more engagement when they have ownership in their novel choice! #langchat
    In reply to @kkeefe_hassan, @Marishawkins
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2: If we plan some general activities that routinely are used in class, we can be flexible with content based on s interest #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Would love more details how you structure book club! Just an informal chat? #langchat
    In reply to @kkeefe_hassan, @SraWienhold
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2 I've also let students vote on what units to cover next (at intermediate level) #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    #CANIGETANAMEN #LANGCHAT
    • sr_connolly Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
      A2) learning a language takes work and it needs to be connected to other growth goals--we can know and support this. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Just a reminder, no need to retweet the original question! Just include A# and #langchat in your answer!
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I've done that. That's how we got #agentessecretos! #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I made the mistake of coming into #langchat WITH many tabs already open. #rookiemistake
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @JessieOelke, @bkandeltprs
  • Sra_Kennedy Sep 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A2: I listen to what they want to tell me in English and then try to work that into our units. #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    This kinda hurts my heart! #langchat
    • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
      A1: I had a revelation this week. Asked Ss if they'd ever been asked what they wanted to learn... they said no #langchat
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I am brainstorming options. Can't wait to try it! #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold, @Marishawkins
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    GIRL, SAME. #gradschoolprobs #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @SraSpanglish, @JessieOelke, @bkandeltprs
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A2 in #earlylang content helps here--my littles are all into habitats, animals....lots of lang functions/vocab associated #langchat
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Today's options were just on pop culture and music... DEFINITELY using this again on a regular basis!! They loved it! #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • SraRadosti Sep 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A2 I've done midyear teacher/ class evaluations and asked Ss to pick favorite activities n least favorite along with interests #langchat
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A2: Many times after reading mundo en tus manos news stories from @MartinaBex we end up digging more into topics #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I have to have a plan, so I take their ideas but usually create a planned lesson\activity to do #langchat
    In reply to @rrrrrrrrrrrrosa
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A2 Also life hack: letting students help design the curriculum around what THEY want to study is a great retention tool. #langchat
  • sr_connolly Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A2) Student choice about how we use our voices. https://t.co/VX79Fe4V97 #langchat
  • jahmedjussaume Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Great ideas and easy to do! #langchat #niplang
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Tons of stuff if you google it. @placido @senoraCMT have stuff on their blogs, I believe. #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @kkeefe_hassan, @SraWienhold, @placido, @senoraCMT
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q3 on its way! #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Oh I like it! So they could read about it? Or research it? This sounds amazing! #langchat
    In reply to @ProfeTravis
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A2 Start a conversation with your students. It can be as simple as asking them what they would love to know more about.#langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q3 Q3 Q3 How do you handle differing interests across multiple sections of the same level? #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Gift that keeps on giving. Us, too! AND my ss said they loved having choice in terms of the stories to read #langchat
  • senorablair Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A2 - don’t know if this counts but I did a magic bag with tons of random things to talk about what they like & don’t like #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Definitely! I have it all bookmarked :) But I have to say- we are all really enjoying Frida by Kristy! #langchat
    In reply to @JessieOelke, @kkeefe_hassan, @SraWienhold, @placido, @senoraCMT
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    I KNOW RIGHT!! and I teach in a "one of the best districts in the country". Blew. My. Mind. #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I really need to subscribe to this!! #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold, @MartinaBex
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Just changing a name in a story to a students' name thrills them and makes the language more meaningful #langchat
    In reply to @BThompsonEdu
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Oh no! Animals--espec. baby ones for the win in #earlylang #langchat
    In reply to @rrrrrrrrrrrrosa
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 I just let everyone know we're all going to have the chance to be exposed to new things. #langchat
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: Creating learning stations! This allows your students to perhaps explore new interests #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 And I tried to make it equitable; one Fr3 unit designed around 3rd hours interests, the next around 4th hr's interests #langchat
  • senorablair Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 - everyone can talk about something within well designed thematic units #langchat
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Today was a playlist on my YouTube channel. Provide context to inform their choice #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • Rdene915 Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 Ive been doing #pbl in my upper level Spanish courses for past 2years, they choose focus and share with class, so much learning #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: I found movie descriptions on a website in Spanish and allowed students to pick one to ask and answer ?s #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I cannot quite do this. Im always willing to get "off topic" if we're speaking Spanish or talking culture, but I like having plan #langchat
    In reply to @kkeefe_hassan, @SraSpanglish
  • MadameGreiner Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    love this idea! #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 Having lots of choice in assignments and covering different interests at different times. For example our Radio Show project /1 #langchat
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    The basic idea is that Ss read a chapter of the novel a week. On Friday Ss get in groups for book club 1/2 #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @SraWienhold
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: Could be addressed through group work/sorted by interest for some tasks #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Q3 is up now! #langchat
    • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q3 Q3 Q3 How do you handle differing interests across multiple sections of the same level? #langchat
  • VTracy7 Sep 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: Storyasking-Giant story board w/S in charge of traking characters, locations, events. #langchat
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    You can always start adding more choice little by little! Idea: Create 2-3 activity options for 15 minutes of class. Ss choose. #langchat
    In reply to @CourtneysClase, @windycitysenora
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 Plus how awesome is it that no matter the lang ability, using Ss interests allows THEM to be the "experts" for a while #langchat
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3- trying to have a hook for the lesson that can engage them on an emotional level. Maybe I can create interest #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I would love to pick your brain! I never figured out a good way to END passion projects in the TL #langchat
    In reply to @EdTechTiff
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3: Student choice #langchat
  • sravaughnk Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A1-Late to chat but we try to use popular characters to engage students. Example-describe physical characteristics or traits. #langchat
  • sr_connolly Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3) This is hard but necessary. It has to stem from a "student before syllabus" mentality. #langchat
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3: with 4 preps, if I have 2 classes of same lvl we do same content, but in own way. 1 class likes read alone, other as group #langchat
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    In groups, Ss make & respond to #BookSnaps, sometimes work from guides from @SECottrell. No tests-only rule 100% TL #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @SraWienhold, @SECottrell
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Girl, that's why you're at this instructional smorgasbord! Pick 1 new way that strikes your fancy and try it! #langchat
    In reply to @CourtneysClase, @windycitysenora
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3: build in choice, give options. #PBL Units that allow Ss to follow their interests. #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Would love to read a post about how you did it! #langchat
    In reply to @VTracy7
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Throughout semester Ss learn about different topics (weather, health, travel, news, Twitter & social media) & they choose area /2 #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    I should do that! Especially since I repeat lessons a lot since Spanish is a hexter class, its easy to make improvements #langchat
    In reply to @EdTechTiff, @windycitysenora
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    PBL is a great way to put an individual spin on a "common" theme #langchat
    In reply to @ProfeTravis
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    TRUE! Also a student pace before chapter deadline paced mentality #langchat
    • sr_connolly Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
      A3) This is hard but necessary. It has to stem from a "student before syllabus" mentality. #langchat
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Here is my blog post about it https://t.co/3pwjNgKtlR #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @SraWienhold
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Yes! Choice can help so much with student motivation! #langchat
    In reply to @senorablair, @CourtneysClase, @windycitysenora
  • MMuellerFrench Sep 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3: Maybe taking a broad subject (music, vacations, food) and including a variety of examples in them would help #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Awesome!! Thanks! #allthetabs #langchat
    In reply to @kkeefe_hassan, @SraWienhold
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3: Clrm jobs Quiz writer-each cls has own notebook & artista digital-Ss add images related to story details to shared google doc #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A3: at the moment, I don't know how to handle that. So I'll be learning from you all 😉 #langchat
  • srtabrandt96 Sep 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A3 try to group interests together - strive to get everyone engaged, they might find a new interest!! #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    I may need to plumb your resources there--my Spanish 2's next semester are dying for an animal project #langchat
    In reply to @windycitysenora, @rrrrrrrrrrrrosa
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    They pretend to be on a German morning show and each student chooses one area to talk about to their audience. #langchat
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Happy to share! I enjoy your blog. You are one of many who inspired me to write my own @SECottrell @SraSpanglish @MartinaBex #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @SraWienhold, @SECottrell, @SraSpanglish, @MartinaBex
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    So...my answer's taken... #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    You got it--I have a 4th gr unit on biodiversity--biomes, animals and conservation focus. Could totally open up for PBL #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @rrrrrrrrrrrrosa
  • SraErwin Sep 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A3 Yes! When Ss can pick from different options in a project, class interests follow #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @ProfeTravis
  • massignmenthelp Sep 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test https://t.co/skWVo4OBdl #EduReal #langchat #G2Great
  • AssignmentHelpN Sep 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #EduReal #langchat #G2Great
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Yes! And once you have a bank of choices, you can rotate options in and out and students will try new things. #langchat #babysteps
    In reply to @CourtneysClase, @windycitysenora
  • SraScheetz Sep 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A3 Probably not the best, but I hope that there is someone in the other sections w/same interest just to say so or has multiple #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A3 PBL topics w/ multiple possible directions: What guests need to know about our community; Invent product to solve daily problem #langchat
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A3: Every group is different. I try to be willing to change and go with the interests of each class. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    I mean it's rare (not impossible) that there wouldn't be ANY common ground across sections! #langchat
    In reply to @SraScheetz
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    That's natural choice! #langchat
    In reply to @Oraib_Mango, @EdTechTiff, @senorablair, @CourtneysClase
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    WORD #langchat #beentryintotellyall
    • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
      PBL is a great way to put an individual spin on a "common" theme #langchat
      In reply to @ProfeTravis
  • sravaughnk Sep 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A3-when I taught high school I sent a quick google form and grouped students based on survey results. #langchat
  • SraScheetz Sep 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A3 in discussing trends, some classes got hung up on certain things but when I shared from other classes, it started more ideas. #langchat
  • SraRadosti Sep 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A3 I'm still trying to figure out the best way for this. Getting great info here about this topic here! #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Oh yeah. I can keep 1 project the same year to year, but each class needs 1 special to them I think #langchat
    In reply to @kkeefe_hassan
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Here comes Q4! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Q4 Q4 How can you still incorporate students' interests and passions into your instruction in an already established curriculum? #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I think they're more into animal care and rescue. Anything in that vein? #langchat
    In reply to @windycitysenora, @rrrrrrrrrrrrosa
  • MadameGreiner Sep 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I am in the same boat. #langchat 1st period is chatty and 2nd period is so quiet!
    In reply to @SraRadosti
  • SraScheetz Sep 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A3 Of course, performance assessments should be open-ended for them to focus on the aspect of the topic that they relate to best. #langchat
  • VTracy7 Sep 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: Designated day(s) for Special Person Interviews really help. #langchat
  • Rdene915 Sep 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I am in the same with you ;) #langchat
    In reply to @MadameGreiner, @SraRadosti
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    oooh..I'll be thinking....do you follow orgs like @WWFespana or @WWF_Mexico ? #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @rrrrrrrrrrrrosa, @WWFespana, @WWF_Mexico
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4 Try to figure out what's "fixed" vs what's "flexible" in curriculum. Have to teach the imparfait, but can we pick the context? #langchat
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4- they may decide WHAT I must teach, but I decide the HOW #langchat
  • Sra_Kennedy Sep 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    We did a pet adoption activity with #authres that was fun. Could easily be expanded. https://t.co/a711aLLdIU #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @windycitysenora, @rrrrrrrrrrrrosa
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I feel ya! The whole process was still a work in progress for me too! #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish
  • SraScheetz Sep 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4 Be on the team when it is rewritten! Making sure to allow for open-endedness in assessments and topics. #langchat
  • magistertalley Sep 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A3 Use Student information across classes. Last year, Flipgrid responses were shared on a common topic for all classes. #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4: Build in some choice when planning. That way ss have some self directed learning within theme. #langchat
  • Sra_Kennedy Sep 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    We also did a fundraiserr for Heifer International. https://t.co/RzUkCbFzEy #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @windycitysenora, @rrrrrrrrrrrrosa
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4 always allowing for personalization even on established topics, adding new vocab if needed, they compare 2 own experiences #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4 And, dare I say, start asking the 'hard' questions at your curriculum meetings (if you have them)?#langchat
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4: not to repeat but I'm locked in to a rigid POS. #PBL let's me address themes but flex to Ss interests #langchat
  • SraErwin Sep 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4 I think mixing up the authentic resources you choose to use each year helps a ton with this. #authres change all. the. time. #langchat
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    advocate for your students. allow space and time for their interests to actually be implemented into the curriculum #langchat
  • sr_connolly Sep 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4) make sure your 'already established curriculum' is sufficiently flexible to respond to students' needs & sudden changes. #langchat
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4: Rourines like #músicamiércoles & #baileviernes let student interest shine through. let them suggest songs #langchat
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    This! And making units broad enough to allow for individual interests #langchat
    In reply to @SraScheetz
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Yes! We can vary and offer lots of different experiences during the unit #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4: make little changes, like keep the same story outline, but change the characters to people that interest them #langchat
  • Erinrae0399 Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Has anyone heard from @_SCOLT_ yet about their spring conference?? #langchat
  • als5nep Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4 depending on the content, it may be their interests that lets me tailor my curriculum. Using Daily 5 really helps as well #langchat
  • magistertalley Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4 Find whatever ways you can connect what must be taught to students' lives/interests and make time for it. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4 Or even ask Ss how to find the connections b/w unit theme and their own lives? #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Also- I try to remember that in a fixed curriculum students don't remember ALL of the words to give myself some flexibility #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SraErwin Sep 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Girl, sometimes pbl is the answer to every question @SraSpanglish #amirite? #langchat
    In reply to @ProfeTravis, @SraSpanglish
  • srtabrandt96 Sep 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A4 put everything into new, interesting context for ss; allow personalization in expansion activities #Teach2Teach #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Did I TELL you this chick was awesome #langchat? Did I TELL you??? #psItoldyou
    • SraErwin Sep 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT
      A4 I think mixing up the authentic resources you choose to use each year helps a ton with this. #authres change all. the. time. #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A4: Having ss develop their own personal vocab lists can help, too. They choose what/how they want/need to say/question. #langchat
  • Oraib_Mango Sep 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4 #langchat I think student interest can be incorporated into any curriculum
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Please excuse all of my spelling tonight #langchat #phoneprobs #alsowatchingNewGreys
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    "SOMETIMES"??? #langchat
    In reply to @SraErwin, @ProfeTravis
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    These have been a #gamechanger in my classroom. #langchat
    In reply to @VTracy7
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    My AP kids had a weekly task tied to our current theme; I'm teaching it through X lens, but explore documents of your own interest #langchat
    In reply to @windycitysenora
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    #confession In levels 1 and 2, sometimes I get rid of words that I have ZERO recollection of EVER learning #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    And having more up to date #authres makes class seem more relevant and interesting for students (and me) #langchat
    In reply to @SraErwin
  • SraScheetz Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Same here. Full words are disappearing. #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Hard to believe we're already coming up on Q5! #langchat
  • kellycondon Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Yes! Like making sentences about pop culture figures, athletes, etc... #langchat
    In reply to @CourtneysClase
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Q5 Q5 Q5 What are some ways to incorporate students' interests without having to reinvent the wheel from year to year? #langchat
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Can we just retire the idea of the vocabulary list? #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Great idea for AP. #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @windycitysenora
  • MadameGreiner Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Or barely learning myself but never using in real world #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    My kids have to source 3 articles weekly, they pick whatever they want... in the TL! #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @windycitysenora
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Well I have done that as well- this was more when I was teaching w a textbook #langchat
    In reply to @PalacMrs
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5: Build in some general activities in which content can be plugged in. Makes planning a lot easier #langchat
  • kellycondon Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Truth! #langchat
  • SraScheetz Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I found though that use of #authres sometimes shows me those words I would have ignored in a textbook! "prenda" for example #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • Sra_Kennedy Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Why I love many of the Kagan structures! #langchat
    In reply to @windycitysenora
  • CrookedCaddis Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5: Agreed. General activities with a lot of student choice. #langchat
    • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
      A5: Build in some general activities in which content can be plugged in. Makes planning a lot easier #langchat
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 we've tried to model our trimester units around key questions of units of inquiry, /1 #langchat
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    My district is doing an AMAZING job designing a new curriculum, but the vocabulary list seems to be the 1 thing they won't toss #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: ex Comecocos to practice interpersonal--I have a gen template but anything can go in them based on ss #langchat #earlylang
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    steering wheel, hammer, etc. #langchat
    In reply to @MadameGreiner, @Marishawkins
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 Establishing a fixed/flexible curriculum for myself. Here are three units I insist on teaching, leave other 3 up to audience. #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Exactly! Thats how I've gotten a reputation among students as the "celebrity-obsessed teacher" Haha #langchat
    In reply to @kellycondon
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5b but we've yet to establish any kind of consistency to reuse any real materials or resources /end #langchat
  • magistertalley Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 Have similar types of activities, story templates. Basically prepare a mold to pour each new batch of students into. #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    What's Daily 5? #langchat
    In reply to @als5nep
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    #megustamucho #langchat #homeworkblogidea @profepj3?
    • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
      My kids have to source 3 articles weekly, they pick whatever they want... in the TL! #langchat
      In reply to @MlleSulewski, @windycitysenora
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Working on developing those this year...for same reason! #langchat
    In reply to @Sra_Kennedy
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: Performance assessments are be open-ended... students personalize with TL relevant to them. #langchat
    • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
      Q5 Q5 Q5 What are some ways to incorporate students' interests without having to reinvent the wheel from year to year? #langchat
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: Make google slideshows for each novel & keep adding. That way I have many activity options for each chapter. #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    True! I added policiaca because I am obsessed w Law and Order! #langchat
    In reply to @SraScheetz
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: Performance assessments are open-ended... students personalize with TL relevant to them. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5 Or again, fixed theme with flexible #authres, PBL-style assessment to keep it fresh #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5 To channel my PBLL sisters @SraErwin & @ProfeTravis: implement PBL projects w/ plenty o room for customization #langchat #ALWAYStheanswer
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    You don't have to start from scratch everytime, keep a portfolio or document with the most popular student choices/activities #langchat
  • Sra_Kennedy Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    I need to do this for the units for our new curriculum. Or at least put everything in the same place so I can find it next year. #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: PBL IS THE ANSWER AGAIN!!! #langchat
  • MadameGreiner Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    It is more important to learn circumlocution than all the technical terms. #langchat
    In reply to @JessieOelke, @Marishawkins
  • kellycondon Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: Put the “creating” in the hands of the Ss. Give them a project outline, and see where they take it. Reuse the ones that work. #langchat
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: Add on to what you already have #langchat
  • MMuellerFrench Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: My CT sometimes gives students choices for projects so that they can focus on their strong suits #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: FVR. Free reading starting class every Tuesday & Thursday. Student choice & 0 prep for me. #IGetToReadToo #langchat
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: Substitute new #authres with relevant and current TL vocab and phrases #langchat
  • VTracy7 Sep 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5: @actfl standards make that easy. Ss CAN talk about familiar topics, biographical info, etc. #langchat
  • JessieOelke Sep 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Most stress free and relaxing part of day & curriculum. #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    It doesn't get much simpler (or more fun?) than that! #langchat
  • MadameGreiner Sep 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I started this this year for my first novel. Love the idea #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5: Also coming up with general prompts for speaking/writing that allow students to express themseleves with personalized vocab #langchat
  • kellycondon Sep 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Today I used Justin Bieber to introduce “guapo”...one class loved it, another not so much 😂 #langchat
    In reply to @CourtneysClase
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Google slideshows have been a game changer for me. Insert videos & keep everything together. #langchat
    In reply to @Sra_Kennedy
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I'm using Google slides to organize my "lesson plans" this year. Will hopefully save time next year #langchat
    In reply to @Sra_Kennedy, @SraWienhold
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    #PREACHITSISTERGREINER #langchat
    • MadameGreiner Sep 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
      It is more important to learn circumlocution than all the technical terms. #langchat
      In reply to @JessieOelke, @Marishawkins
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5 reuse themes and tasks that are broad enough to allow for personalization, assess general proficiency not specific vocab/grmr #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5 In fixed units, give Ss Choice Boards to explore/meet unit goals #langchat
  • srtabrandt96 Sep 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5 hopefully you'll get a feel for what your age group likes-I plan to use Harry Potter! & then adjust from there #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5 And the biggest sanity-saving tip of all: EXPLOIT THE HECK OUT OF YOUR ONLINE PLN! #langchat #stealerrything
  • WSERodriguez Sep 28 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Lurking on #langchat during the breaks of my Thursday night class. Sad that all the good chats are on Thursday!
  • Sra_Kennedy Sep 28 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    I saw a session on Thinglinks at KWLA this year that looks like it might be a good option too. #somanychoices #needtogetorganized #langchat
    In reply to @PalacMrs, @SraWienhold
  • SraScheetz Sep 28 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5 THIS - when you have to have a district curriculum. #langchat #authres and st choice can lead to adjustments each year & across schools.
  • als5nep Sep 28 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5. I’m trying the daily5 this year. Its structure fosters choice and I’ve already seen interests from yrs past repeated. #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    One of my local homies always does story time with HP with her middle schoolers #neverfails #langchat
    In reply to @srtabrandt96
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Yes! @SraWienhold I enjoyed implementing FVR once a week for the first time last school year. #langchat
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Hope your kids remember it! I just had to retire it a few years ago when most of my sts hadn't read/seen it!! #langchat
    In reply to @srtabrandt96
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    It is so great the next year to just pull it up and go!! #langchat
    In reply to @MadameGreiner
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I want to do some more choice board stuff! Thanks for the reminder, @MlleSulewski ! #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    FVR!!!!!!!!! https://t.co/6vfV80gyTc #langchat
  • CrookedCaddis Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    How is that even possible! #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @srtabrandt96
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    This hour has absolutely FLOWN by! Just about time for takeaways! #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Haha. I get the same reactions when I use him as a character. The boys are NOT impressed with him! 😅 #langchat
    In reply to @kellycondon
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Not sure, but they thought Hedwig was a Spanish word that they just didn't know... #langchat
    In reply to @CrookedCaddis, @srtabrandt96
  • Rdene915 Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A5 Have been doing #pbl and it has been so great to learn with and from Ss #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • MadameGreiner Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Trying really hard to focus on this for the year. Teach grammar as it comes up. #langchat
    In reply to @brennabyrd
  • kellycondon Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    I wonder if my Ss would comprehend...if so, they would LOVE this #librofavorito #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @srtabrandt96
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Time for takeaways! What do you want to try going forward? #langchat
  • marthaca82 Sep 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A5 The modes of communication don't change. We just need to insert different topic, or let them insert it! #langchat
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Sep 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    TA: PQA/Personal Especial for 5th grade mi día unit, choice boards for student work. Thanks #langchat. Like i needed more on my to-do list.
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Nothing wrong with a little movietalk/chaptertalking through it if not, right? #langchat
    In reply to @kellycondon, @srtabrandt96
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    I'm reading Harry Potter with my AP kids! Practicing reading strategies! #langchat
    In reply to @srtabrandt96
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    TA: Build in as much choice as possible as a step to integrating s interest. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    TA: I miss freedom of designing my own curriculum, but will keep hanging on to PQA for now! Gotta build those relationships #langchat
  • kellycondon Sep 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Would love to know exactly how others are using #PBL in the language classroom! What have been the most successful projects? #langchat
    In reply to @Rdene915, @MlleSulewski
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    TA: Don't be afraid of approaching your students and ask them questions that pertain outside of the classroom. Get to know them #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A reminder before we go that this Saturday is our LAST #langchat Saturday sequel for the time being! 10 AM EST!
  • SraWienhold Sep 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    So much AMEN!! I rarely create anything once school starts. #buyallthelessons #saveallthetime #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SraScheetz Sep 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    TA: Proofread before tweeting... And I'm lucky to be in a district rewriting curr with room for student choice! @wcsCOcg @tmsaue1 #langchat
  • kkeefe_hassan Sep 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    TA: If we want Ss to acquire language (which is our goal) we must keep it compelling & appealing to them. #langchat
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    I want to implement FVR, but its really hard to get stories that they can read since we're at such a low level 😐 #langchat
    In reply to @EdTechTiff, @SraWienhold
  • srtabrandt96 Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    I totally agree!! I believe in the power of Harry Potter!!!! ⚡️#langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @kellycondon
  • kellycondon Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    TA: I joined in late, but I’m so glad I stopped by! Happy to see others are doing similar things as me & inspired to do even MORE! #langchat
  • EdTechTiff Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    While coaching teachers this year, I want to remember to emphasize the importance of incorporating students' interests and choice. #langchat
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Don't be afraid of trying new ideas to incorporate student choice into the curriculum. Ask for student feedback!! #langchat
  • SraRadosti Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    TA incorporate more choice and storytelling as well as persona especial they love talking about themselves #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    And as always, if you have suggestions for future #langchat topics, visit our wiki!
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thank you #langchat! Really! You're the best part of Twitter. (unless you follow Klingon Twitter. It's amazing.)
  • PalacMrs Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    You won't be able to open the hyperlinks, but this is what I'm doing and sharing with dept https://t.co/hl4X8DQgCF #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @Sra_Kennedy, @SraWienhold
  • ProfeTravis Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    TA keep choice and student voice in mind. Tons of great ideas tonight!! #langchat
  • SraErwin Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Ta : pbl is the answer to everything #dontquestionit #langchat
    In reply to @SraSpanglish, @Rdene915, @MlleSulewski, @ProfeTravis
  • Marishawkins Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    TA: I want to investigate Passion Projects more- one of my awesome colleagues @mrskvasnyuk is using it w her blended class! #langchat
  • MMuellerFrench Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    TA: Always be adaptive to interests, sometimes even during the same year if different groups have different interests #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • als5nep Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    TA. Don’t be afraid to take risks. Learn alongside your Ss. Innovate as u teach. Let passion push u in directions u nvr considered #langchat
  • SraSpanglish - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    TA I for real want to get my east coast PBLL homies in on a PBLL conference, say summer 2019. Who's in? @ProfeTravis @rdene915 #langchat
  • brennabyrd Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    TA Harry Potter may soon become obsolete so I need new pop culture references!! 😳 #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thank you everyone for an AWESOME #langchat tonight!
  • srtabrandt96 Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    TA: #PBL is major 🔑for getting students' interests integrated into lessons!! #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • QuesnayAnali Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    TA: I really enjoyed my first #langchat this will be something I will be looking forward to each week! #langchat
  • windycitysenora Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thank you @MlleSulewski for moderating tonight! A great #langchat!
  • CourtneysClase Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    TA: create some choices for activities so students can have more say #langchat