#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 February 16, 2017
8:30 PM EST

profe_robbins Feb 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3- Paired speaking. reading, listening practice #langchat
SraWilliams3 Feb 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3: tons of practice! Info gap activities, speed dating conversations, meet & greet speaking #langchat
VTracy7 Feb 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3: Co-creating during story asking has helped my ss. Give a jumping off point they can change minor details w/parrallel character #langchat
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

The best thing to do to boost confidence is recognize the proficiency level of students and not ask too much #langchat
angardner06 Feb 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

#langchat A3: I think that giving students a lot of 2nd, + opportunities to communicate messages helps. If at first you don't succeed...
SraWienhold Feb 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

A2: Lit Circles today in Sp4. 10 min read. 15 min group interpersonal speaking. 15 min writing #langchat
welangley Feb 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3 get them ready to speak by giving them low stakes opportunities to speak. #langchat
MarciHarrisAA Feb 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3 Many of the ideas presented by Belal Joundeya at ACTFL - quick and fun opportunities for novices to use TL #langchat
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3 Make sure they have enough input via Reading/hearing/modeling #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3 Small activities centered around the objective that require little output, but let me tell them how awesome they are! #langchat
sr_connolly Feb 16 @ 8:31 PM EST

A former mentor of mine said grand the task, not the text. Students can complete tasks with proper support. #langchat
In reply to @windycitysenora
welangley Feb 16 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3 I don’t ask lvl 1 to speak much, but after doing a little this week and seeing how confident Ss were feeling I need more ideas! #langchat
ProfeCochran Feb 16 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3 Every word, every sentence, every idea is built off of the context of what they already know. #langchat
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3: Build confidence by doing interp. tasks so ss are aware of how much they understand first #langchat
- MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
  
  A3 Small activities centered around the objective that require little output, but let me tell them how awesome they are! #langchat
bjillmoore Feb 16 @ 8:32 PM EST

A3 CI brief reading passages that ss respond to or comment on. Many ways to practice vocabulary and use in different contexts. #langchat
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
One strength of TPRS...they have everything they need for output right there! #langchat
- MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
  
  A3 Small activities centered around the objective that require little output, but let me tell them how awesome they are! #langchat
SraCash Feb 16 @ 8:32 PM EST

A3 Games!! Ss feel confident when they’ve already produced the language “under pressure” #langchat
welangley Feb 16 @ 8:32 PM EST

Also, backwards design, know what they should be able to do before you ask them to do it #langchat
angardner06 Feb 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
#langchat Ss can respond to prompts like these: https://t.co/mJ45gAIyMu Inspired by @echanlon13 “quiz and pass” https://t.co/E358SsJ7bw
- welangley Feb 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
  
  A3 I don’t ask lvl 1 to speak much, but after doing a little this week and seeing how confident Ss were feeling I need more ideas! #langchat
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:33 PM EST

Recycling topics and themes to give students a base that they already know #langchat
CatherineKU72 Feb 16 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3 certain apps:Tellagami, MySchoolAvatar & SockPuppets allow sts to express ideas thru alternate persona. Not "them" speaking #langchat
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
Yas! And give them what they need! #langchat
- welangley Feb 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
  
  Also, backwards design, know what they should be able to do before you ask them to do it #langchat
SraWienhold Feb 16 @ 8:33 PM EST

whoops 😬 I missed that we were focusing on novices. I would not recommend that with my novices #langchat
In reply to @SraWienhold
ulittlefish Feb 16 @ 8:34 PM EST

A2 #langchat NECTFL had great "info gap" activity. Give 2 diff but similar pics, sit back2back and describe til discover the difference
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
Boom! #langchat
- welangley Feb 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
  
  Also, backwards design, know what they should be able to do before you ask them to do it #langchat
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:35 PM EST

AH! I know this is off topic, but I love Interpersonal Bootcamp for all levels! #langchat https://t.co/dJY5DXvaLG
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:35 PM EST

A3 Before writing, I *try* to give feedback that will help them do better. Need to channel my inner Betsy: https://t.co/MZRMl1Laj8 #langchat
bjillmoore Feb 16 @ 8:36 PM EST

A3 I have small classes so we do a lot of interpersonal work in circle and pass a timer to whoever wants to speak. #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:37 PM EST

Everyone ready for Q4? #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:38 PM EST

Q4 What role do authentic resources play in preparing to speak or write? #langchat
MarciHarrisAA Feb 16 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3: Lots of feedback on @goformative or other platform for Formative Assessment #langchat
In reply to @goformative
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:38 PM EST

A4: I like to use #authres as a springboard for writing or speaking #langchat
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:38 PM EST

A4: Vital language input with a context-cultural, thematic, content. #langchat
rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Feb 16 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4: #authres for reactions, vocab #langchat
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4: Authentic resources can provide purpose. #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:39 PM EST

I'm really interested in the "how," especially for my baby parrots! How to help them parrot new information? #langchat
In reply to @Marishawkins
angardner06 Feb 16 @ 8:39 PM EST

#langchat A4: #authres are great for CI, for novices I like to also integrate some that aren't authentic but still great, leveled input.
welangley Feb 16 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4 When Ss are well prepared to examine #authres they can acquire language from the authres which they can later use #langchat
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:39 PM EST

Also unrelated but to share another gem from #nectfl17- you can do two truths and a lie about an #authres! <3 #langchat
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4 Cultural frame of référence, vocabulary #langchat
SraCash Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4 I use Youtubers for inspiration for video projects…show the Ss, ask them to make a response/their version #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

You are totally welcome to share all scaffolding ideas! We don't mean to exclude! #langchat
In reply to @VTracy7, @SraWienhold
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4: Auth Res also help to spark interest--every new/interesting one is another opportunity to draw someone in. #langchat
nicola_work Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4: Show relevance of the activity - 'real speakers' talk about this/do this #langchat
MarciHarrisAA Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4 #authres provide the reason for the communication - real life context and cultural perspectives and practices #langchat
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

not sure where those accents came from #Langchat
In reply to @MlleSulewski
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

Ie- if I have a description about a house/room, kids can describe what is in their own house/room #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab
SraWilliams3 Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4: #authres can be great input for Ss. Also confidence builders-Ss feel capable reading/listening stuff for natives #langchat
SraBurbano Feb 16 @ 8:41 PM EST

Q1 i use Internet pics to have Ss identify voc #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab
SECottrell Feb 16 @ 8:41 PM EST

A4 I can't do without #authres in any lesson, unit, task, or assignment; they provide vocab, idioms, etc. I'd never think of #langchat
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:41 PM EST

Or w a daily routine video- what do you do like the video- what don't you do. Ie- she does this. I do this. Can be basic #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab
ICanSpanish Feb 16 @ 8:41 PM EST

#langchat A4 I love to give them audio-lingua recordings or infographics related to the lesson goal for them to reflect on/talk about
VTracy7 Feb 16 @ 8:42 PM EST

It don't think it's excluside :) LOVE #langchat I think it's more to do w/demographic of levels taught
In reply to @MmeFarab, @SraWienhold
SraCash Feb 16 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4 also just a way for kids to train their ear for a different accent…see someone cooler than me speaking 😂 #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4 This unit we read a TON of #authres infographics, so when I asked Ss to make their own, they felt confident to write one! #langchat
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:42 PM EST
Not to mention any cultural knowledge is colored by my experience as a VISITOR, not native #langchat
- SECottrell Feb 16 @ 8:41 PM EST
  
  A4 I can't do without #authres in any lesson, unit, task, or assignment; they provide vocab, idioms, etc. I'd never think of #langchat
doriecp Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

A4 shows Ss that they don't need to wait to interact with an authentic audience. Real, meaningful communication can start on day 1 #langchat
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

You could have kids make a mind map to compare each one (another idea I stole) #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab
bjillmoore Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

A4 @ICanSpanish #langchat Love audio lingua recordings to provide "fillers" and how to hesitate and continue with good intonation.
In reply to @ICanSpanish
mmeshep Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

A4 #authres introduce vocab and thematic content. T creates tasks which require Ss to communicate using this vocab/structures #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST
BOOM. Drop the mic. #langchat
- doriecp Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST
  
  A4 shows Ss that they don't need to wait to interact with an authentic audience. Real, meaningful communication can start on day 1 #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:44 PM EST

Awesome! Love your ideas! Tells me I need more than just infographics (I'm a sucker for them!) #langchat
In reply to @Marishawkins
ProfeCochran Feb 16 @ 8:44 PM EST

A4) Because we're building context 1 idea at a time for speaking/writing, I bring in #authres for reading/listening. #langchat
welangley Feb 16 @ 8:44 PM EST
YES! Showed lvl 1 Ss that they could understand what native speakers understand. sooo cool to me #langchat
- doriecp Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST
  
  A4 shows Ss that they don't need to wait to interact with an authentic audience. Real, meaningful communication can start on day 1 #langchat
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:44 PM EST
A4: This. #authres provide the vocab, language chunks for the unit. They are the source--instead of the textbook premade lists. #langchat
- SECottrell Feb 16 @ 8:41 PM EST
  
  A4 I can't do without #authres in any lesson, unit, task, or assignment; they provide vocab, idioms, etc. I'd never think of #langchat
EduGladiators Feb 16 @ 8:45 PM EST

🎉Double DOSE #EduGladiators on PARENTS w/@cdmveep - chat Sat & LIVE Mon! ⏯https://t.co/g1e34qEXji #UrbanEdChat #langchat #G2Great #mdeschat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:45 PM EST

Yes, generally I follow the IPA interpretive format, but have done graphic organizers, comparisons, etc. as well! #langchat
In reply to @profe_robbins
GiselleBeaupre Feb 16 @ 8:46 PM EST

Ok, trying again! Please try this https://t.co/cHbsN2lhms #langchat #frenchteachers #faf #kciraiders
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:46 PM EST

Wish I knew more French! This is a French version of one I saw this weekend! https://t.co/qN8oFJwWnc #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab
EdithEjd8986 Feb 16 @ 8:46 PM EST

Edith @uncwilmington Student teacher. Hearing about textivate just now. Can you use it at all levels - low to high? #langchat
In reply to @textivate, @UNCWilmington
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:49 PM EST

Q5 How do you encourage spontaneous output instead of rehearsed? #langchat
doriecp Feb 16 @ 8:49 PM EST

when students don't know the Spanish word, I allow them to type (or create their own) emoji 🙊 #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab, @MlleSulewski
mmeshep Feb 16 @ 8:49 PM EST

S's don't know who partner will be in advance. #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:50 PM EST

A5 I think...novices aren't super capable of spontaneous language. #langchat
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:50 PM EST

Unless its one word responses... sometimes a little more. Let's be ok with that #langchat
In reply to @MlleSulewski
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:50 PM EST

I try to engage them in nonrehearsed convos at beginning of each class...even then they have time to think before they volunteer #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

I think they are, on the right subject. I had two Ss in a French argument over who lives in a better cardboard box. #langchat
In reply to @MlleSulewski
welangley Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5 by being compelling! Have rejoinders posted around the room for students to use. #langchat
mmeshep Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5 Novices need to rely on memorized language, but if they don't know who partner is, their output won't be rehearsed. #langchat
ProfeCochran Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5) The circle. The circle = trust, spontaneity, ownership. It is our family. #langchat @OWLanguage
In reply to @OWLanguage
rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5: my littles live & die by thumbs up/down; is that output or just interpretive? #langchat
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5: Provide high freq, conjugated verbs so ss can "create" by taking cues from the word wall during "speed friending" like actvts .#langchat
SraWilliams3 Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5: this is hard. But using CI techniques gets Ss communicating. Makes Ss comfortable & they WANT to communicate #langchat
VTracy7 Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5: draw mystery tasks (as in select w/out peeking) #langchat
welangley Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5 by being compelling students WANT to interact in L2 #langchat
angardner06 Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

#langchat A5: Creative prompts, unrehearsed ?s, follow-up ?s based on their responses.
SraCash Feb 16 @ 8:52 PM EST

A5 I feel like most spontaneous output is jokes…encourage an environment where its OK to be fun, silly…build relationships!! #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:52 PM EST

A5 I try to model this by asking questions Ss don't expect. No time to rehearse if your question is different! #langchat
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:52 PM EST

Yes, just hard (as non-sympathetic listener) to engage with someone who can only respond in 1-2 word answers! #langchat
In reply to @Marishawkins
ICanSpanish Feb 16 @ 8:52 PM EST

A5 constantly switching partners--lots of interpersonal work #langchat
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:52 PM EST

A5: Can use picture descriptions in partners that move--always a new picture, using familiar vocab/lang chunks. #langchat
welangley Feb 16 @ 8:52 PM EST

A5 Remember Output doesn’t have to be paragraph length discourse. 1 word answers CAN be output #langchat
CoLeeSensei - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:52 PM EST

Wheel of Detail @MlleSulewski @windycitysenora Wait!!! Here's the link! https://t.co/bTX5uQ4m5H #langchat
In reply to @MlleSulewski, @windycitysenora
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:53 PM EST

Even I (an advanced speaker at the time) rehearsed in my head what I would say to buy a train ticket in Paris #langchat
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:53 PM EST
A5: Thank you, List what you see. #langchat
- welangley Feb 16 @ 8:52 PM EST
  
  A5 Remember Output doesn’t have to be paragraph length discourse. 1 word answers CAN be output #langchat
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:53 PM EST

I love seeing questions ppl ask when they are AMAZING at PQA. That helps me #langchat
In reply to @MlleSulewski
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:54 PM EST
I rehearse everything other adults might hear me say (or read that I've typed) en français. #perfectionist #langchat
- MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:53 PM EST
  
  Even I (an advanced speaker at the time) rehearsed in my head what I would say to buy a train ticket in Paris #langchat
profe_robbins Feb 16 @ 8:54 PM EST

It's not WLC PC but I "forced" (attached a grade)my chatty level 2s to use TL exclusively last class they did SO well. #langchat #dontshunme
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:54 PM EST

Yes! Requires level of intentionality for input that I (unfortunately) am not YET super good at. #langchat
In reply to @Marishawkins
SraBurbano Feb 16 @ 8:54 PM EST

Q5 i use auth res pics. They describe what they see. Or I also ask questions based on pics. #langchat
bjillmoore Feb 16 @ 8:55 PM EST

A5 I encourage ss to ask responses or comment on what others way or respond to . Encourage them to be nosey!! #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:55 PM EST

Right now in my lvl 1 we're doing 100% TL and it helps them so much! We'll never shun you. #langchat
In reply to @profe_robbins
mmeshep Feb 16 @ 8:55 PM EST

A5 Responding to a partner's response w/"me too" is spontaneous output for novices. #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:56 PM EST
We need to give novices the tools to share small tidbits of their opinion like this! #langchat
- mmeshep Feb 16 @ 8:55 PM EST
  
  A5 Responding to a partner's response w/"me too" is spontaneous output for novices. #langchat
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:56 PM EST
Yes! #langchat is an inclusive environment!
- MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:55 PM EST
  
  Right now in my lvl 1 we're doing 100% TL and it helps them so much! We'll never shun you. #langchat
  In reply to @profe_robbins
doriecp Feb 16 @ 8:56 PM EST

spontaneous or novel use of memorized language #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab, @MlleSulewski
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 8:56 PM EST

A5-play card/board games, and intentionally teach responses, interjections to use during play. SS can self select #langchat
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 8:56 PM EST

I don't want to, but wonder if it would be the best thing... #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab, @profe_robbins
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:58 PM EST

Wow, losing track of time! What are your takeaways, #langchat
welangley Feb 16 @ 8:58 PM EST

TA Where did the past hour go?! #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:58 PM EST

Last tidbit for the night ... a special announcement ... #langchat
ProfeCochran Feb 16 @ 8:58 PM EST

TA: Definitely don't underestimate novices, but don't overestimate them, either. #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:59 PM EST

Into some amazing at-home PD! #langchat
In reply to @welangley
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 8:59 PM EST

My takeaway: @mmefarab is the bomb dot com, y'all. #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab
rrrrrrrrrrrrosa Feb 16 @ 8:59 PM EST

TA for the second week: I have a LONG way to go, but unprotecting this account was the best decision I've made in months. Thanks #langchat
nicola_work Feb 16 @ 8:59 PM EST

TA: Love to hear everybody's ideas and try some of them tomorrow. #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 8:59 PM EST

Awwwww, thanks Megan! I'm glad you had my back tonight as well! #langchat
In reply to @MlleSulewski
welangley Feb 16 @ 8:59 PM EST

TA Novices CAN output! Don’t underestimate what’s in their head, and don’t underestimate their maturity for a given activity #langchat
participatechat Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST

#langchat just ended! Transcripts and curated resources are now available at https://t.co/q9PdwKw6v4
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST
TA: This. Thank you for these words. #langchat
- ProfeCochran Feb 16 @ 8:58 PM EST
  
  TA: Definitely don't underestimate novices, but don't overestimate them, either. #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST

Join us next week for a special #langchat about music (cough cough right before March music madness) with @SraWienhold!
SraWilliams3 Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST

TA: novices can do a lot! Just don't have unrealistic expectations. #langchat
ICanSpanish Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST

TA I love novice learners-I put so much prep into my upper levels, but it's good to stop and focus on how it all starts! #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST

Join us next week for a special #langchat about music (cough cough right before March music madness) with @SraWienhold!
VTracy7 Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST

TA: still honing my #authres and scaffolding skills #langchat is my Muse
ProfeCochran Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST

Thanks @MmeFarab for being such a great #langchat moderator!
In reply to @MmeFarab
Marishawkins Feb 16 @ 9:01 PM EST

ohhh can I request a lively debate re: cloze activities?! #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab, @SraWienhold
VTracy7 Feb 16 @ 9:01 PM EST
I CAN'T WAIT!!!! THIS IS GOING TO BE AWESOME! #LANGCHAT
- MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST
  
  Join us next week for a special #langchat about music (cough cough right before March music madness) with @SraWienhold!
MlleSulewski Feb 16 @ 9:02 PM EST

Don't forget, #langchat summaries are available on the wiki! https://t.co/uQUmA9bMua
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 9:02 PM EST

Thanks everyone for an amazing chat! You all make #langchat amazing!
welangley Feb 16 @ 9:02 PM EST

TA Thanks to all the AWESOME WL teachers who are willing to spend their evening sharing, such a great community #langchat
joyeuse212 Feb 16 @ 9:03 PM EST

TA: Glad to be able to participate even though I arrived late. I hope to meet many of you in at the AATF convention this summer! #langchat
MmeFarab Feb 16 @ 9:04 PM EST

Thanks for being such a great participant! I love learning from you! #langchat
In reply to @ProfeCochran
bjillmoore Feb 16 @ 9:09 PM EST

@AHSblaz #langchat shoutout to Mme Blaz for great idea for les cadenas to express our likes and loves. Big hit with our MS students.
windycitysenora Feb 16 @ 9:35 PM EST

thank you @MmeFarab for moderating this evening! #langchat
In reply to @MmeFarab
PVLEGS Feb 16 @ 11:25 PM EST

Hiring decisions based solely on voice? Yep: https://t.co/HmRuTZBLHe #langchat
speakingweek Feb 16 @ 11:36 PM EST

Added a parody of TED Talks to Model Speeches page. Enjoy! https://t.co/z5GTJ59Q85 #langchat #speakers #speaking
MCanion Feb 16 @ 11:58 PM EST

Awesome, I wonder how many students relate to Sara's feeling of wanting to be invisible #langchat
In reply to @SenoraMoyLlama
speakingweek Feb 17 @ 12:36 AM EST

How do you teach speaking skills? https://t.co/z5GTJ4SeJv wants to know. We'd love to showcase your ideas. #langchat