Click here to read 5 classroom practices that might shift language instruction in schools.
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Click here to read my personal treatise on Core French, the "old dead van" of Ontario education.
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Input and OutputWatching my own four children learn their first language was eye-opening for me as I considered the role and expectations of both students and teacher in a language class.
Click here to dive into proficiency-based evaluation and how we can revolutionize student expectations to increase confidence and engagement. |
Cornerstones"Cornerstones are high-quality, powerful learning experiences that students engage with through the DCPS units of study. Developed by teachers, Cornerstones make meaningful real-world connections through engaging and rigorous content, and are taught through proven, high-impact instructional models."
Click here for a link to project-based units of study around world languages. |
Creating a student-centred language classroomEdutopia has once again nailed the issue on the head: they have written an excellent article on how to develop a world language (FSL) classroom through project-based learning and communication proficiency. Filled with helpful links and resources, this is a great place to start busting the grammar train.
Click here to read the article. |
Buck Institute Project SearchThe Buck Institute, the leading research centre on project-based learning, has gathered a wealth of project outlines and models from which we can jump off.
Click here to find a list of 20 gold-standard PBL projects for World Language classrooms. (Bonus - many have multiple subject integration) |