Summer may be a time to relax, but it’s also peak season for professional learning, and I love it! If you teach world languages, you’ve probably noticed the conference lineup this summer (check out a few highlights here). One of my favorites is #CIReboot2025, which ran July 7-10 online (recordings are available through March 2026,… Continue reading Top Takeaways: CI Reboot 2025 Day 1
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Lo Mejor de CI Reboot 2025 Día 1
El verano puede ser una época para relajarse, pero también es temporada alta para el desarrollo profesional, ¡y me encanta! Si enseñas idiomas, probablemente hayas visto el programa de conferencias de este verano (consulta una lista aquí). Una de mis favoritas es #CIReboot2025, que se celebra del 7 al 10 de julio en línea (las… Continue reading Lo Mejor de CI Reboot 2025 Día 1
Do you need to Recharge? Try #CIReboot2025
CI Reboot 2025 is the fifth annual online conference for world language teachers focusing on Comprehension-Based Teaching (CI). This fully virtual event is scheduled for July 7–10, 2025 Organized by Karen Rowan and the Fluency Fast team (hosts of the IFLT/NTPRS CI Teaching Facebook group), CI Reboot offers four days of training with cohort support… Continue reading Do you need to Recharge? Try #CIReboot2025
Your Summer 2025 PD Guide: Top Conferences for World Language Educators
Each summer, I’m thrilled by the wide array of professional learning opportunities available to world language teachers. From virtual summits on Comprehensible Input to in-person institutes exploring AI, TPRS, proficiency-based instruction, and beyond, there truly is something for every schedule and interest. Whether you’re seeking quick online sessions or immersive week-long workshops, this season’s PD… Continue reading Your Summer 2025 PD Guide: Top Conferences for World Language Educators
Welcome to My Classroom: How I Start the First Day of Class
Welcome to My Classroom: How I Start the First Day of Class First days are always a mix of excitement and nerves—for both teachers and students. As a language teacher, I know just how crucial it is to set the tone right from the get-go. Whether it’s their first exposure to a new language or… Continue reading Welcome to My Classroom: How I Start the First Day of Class
No Time for a Presentation? Just Brisk It! #ai4wl
We’ve all been there. You’ve got a class coming up, and you realize you need a presentation—but there’s no time to put one together from scratch. Panic starts to set in. But before you start stressing, let me introduce you to your new best friend: Brisk Teaching. Brisk Teaching is an AI-powered tool that allows… Continue reading No Time for a Presentation? Just Brisk It! #ai4wl
Tailoring Reading Passages with Diffit.me: The AI Tool Every Teacher Needs #ai4wl
You get a text at your level, and you get a text at your level! Imagine a classroom where every student receives reading material perfectly matched to their proficiency level. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, thanks to the magic of AI, that dream can now be a reality with Diffit.me. This innovative tool is… Continue reading Tailoring Reading Passages with Diffit.me: The AI Tool Every Teacher Needs #ai4wl
Abracadabra: Creating Rubrics with a Dash of AI Magic #ai4wl
Do you believe in magic? Okay, maybe we’re not talking about pulling rabbits out of hats, but there’s a kind of magic that can make your teaching life a whole lot easier—especially when it comes to creating rubrics. We all know how valuable rubrics are for students. They help clarify expectations, guide students in improving… Continue reading Abracadabra: Creating Rubrics with a Dash of AI Magic #ai4wl
Mastering the Art of AI Prompts: The CARE Framework You Need to Know #ai4wl
Ever feel like you’re not getting the most out of AI tools? You’re not alone! One of the most common challenges teachers face when using AI is crafting the right prompts to get the best possible results. But here’s the good news: there’s a simple framework that can help you refine your prompts and make… Continue reading Mastering the Art of AI Prompts: The CARE Framework You Need to Know #ai4wl
Why You Don’t Need a Clone: Let AI Be Your Personal Assistant in the Classroom! #ai4wl
Ever wish you could clone yourself to get everything done? I mean, who wouldn’t want an extra pair of hands to manage the never-ending tasks of lesson planning, grading, and that ever-growing pile of emails? But while the technology for cloning is still (thankfully) in the realm of science fiction, there’s something just as exciting—and… Continue reading Why You Don’t Need a Clone: Let AI Be Your Personal Assistant in the Classroom! #ai4wl