Learn How To Summarize in Spanish
How do you say “summarize” in Spanish? The verb resumir means “to summarize.” A summary is el resumen. More importantly, how do you summarize in Spanish? Keep reading to find out how it works, what it looks like, and how it can improve your Spanish fluency! En resumen, ¡vamos a estudiar cómo resumir!In summary, we’re going to study how to summarize! Benefits of Summarizing in...Read More
Exercise and Learning: How Can Physical Activity Support Language Learning
Exercise and learning is a combination that may sound counter-intuitive, but that may provide you with the extra push you need to take your Spanish to the next level. Keep reading to learn why scientists believe that physical exercise and learning are related and how engaging in aerobic exercise while learning a foreign language can improve your memorization of new vocabulary...Read More
How to Use Spanish Interactive Notebooks in Your Classroom
If you’re a teacher, odds are that you have heard about Spanish interactive notebooks before. But, have you made the decision to use them in your classroom? In this post I’ll explain what Spanish interactive notebooks are and why they’re useful for your students. Then, I’ll give you a few ideas on how to use them in your classroom and clever strategies to make the most of them....Read More
10 Efficient Language Learning Strategies
Efficient language learning strategies help you speed up your learning process! Motivation is key when it comes to an endeavor like learning a new language, instrument, or skill. That motivation comes both from within and from external stimuli. Choosing a good teacher and an inspiring course with excellent reviews is just half of the job. Self-motivation is also crucial. ...Read More
How Spanish Immersion Is the Answer You’re Looking For!
Immersion in Spanish is one of the most effective techniques to learn Spanish successfully and quickly. Chances are that in order to learn your native language, you were immersed in a capsule—home, school, family—where people spoke, read, and listened to it constantly. That’s how we are programmed to understand and internalize languages. A natural method like immersion in Spanish...Read More
10 Spanish Audio Lessons for Beginners
Spanish audio lessons are an easy, fun, and creative way to tune your language listening ears. In this post, I go over how audio lessons improve your fluency and even provide 10 amazing audio lessons for beginners. This list of resources will help you master Spanish in no time! ¡Miremos y escuchemos!Let’s look and listen! Why It’s Important to Use Audio Lessons for Spanish...Read More
How to Recover Your Spanish Classroom from Summer Slump
Your Spanish classroom has been quiet all summer and the time has come to finally reactivate it. Spanish is a highly immersive language, there’s a large chance that little exposure to the language during summer break will set your Spanish classroom back a few steps. However this knowledge isn’t completely lost, there’re strategies and ideas you can use in your Spanish...Read More
How to Use the Pomodoro Study Technique to Master Spanish Fluency
Have you heard of the Pomodoro technique? It’s a time management method that helps you study with greater efficiency and concentration. This focus technique has grown in popularity lately, thanks to the pandemic and the related increase in people who work and study from home. But can the Pomodoro technique really help you master Spanish fluency? How does it work, and is it...Read More
Back to School: Setting School Year Goals for Your Spanish Classroom
Setting measurable school year goals is key for both teachers and students. Knowing where you’re heading and get there can be challenging for both parties. Yet, the benefits of setting and achieving school year goals make it worth the effort. Keep reading to get inspired to set effective school year goals—and achieve them! Benefits of Setting School Year Goals Setting clear school...Read More