What is universal grammar and why does it matter to world language teachers? This post will give a brief overview of some of the more important linguistic theories that matter to world language teachers. Before Universal Grammar, Let's Define Language What is Language? Well, the first … [Read more...] about What is Universal Grammar? Linguistics for Teachers Series #2
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Unique and Funny Etsy Teacher Gifts
When teacher appreciation week comes around or the end of the year teacher gift rush starts, etsy teacher gifts always take the cake. They're unique, you can often personalize them, and you're supporting a small business! Plus the shipping is often comparable to larger retailers. But what to … [Read more...] about Unique and Funny Etsy Teacher Gifts
Spanish Teacher Shirts and the Best Gift Ideas Made by Real Teachers!
Searching for great Spanish teacher shirts and gifts for Spanish teachers is no joke a favorite pastime. There's so much good stuff out there for us! You know what makes it even better when it's teacher appreciation week, time for end of year teacher gifts, their birthday, my birthday, and a little … [Read more...] about Spanish Teacher Shirts and the Best Gift Ideas Made by Real Teachers!
The Role of French Grammar in Second Language Acquisition
French grammar is synonymous with language learning - ahem - second language acquisition. But do us French teachers really understand the role of French grammar based on how we were taught? It's time to look at both the principles of linguistics, sociolinguistics, and theories of second language … [Read more...] about The Role of French Grammar in Second Language Acquisition
Redefining Spanish Grammar: What Teachers and Students Need to Know
Spanish grammar is synonymous with language learning - ahem - second language acquisition. But do us Spanish teachers really understand the role of Spanish grammar based on how we were taught? It's time to look at both the principles of linguistics, sociolinguistics, and theories of second language … [Read more...] about Redefining Spanish Grammar: What Teachers and Students Need to Know
Spanish High Frequency Words
If you’re mystified by which Spanish high frequency words belong in your Spanish class since you ditched the textbook, you’re in the right place. So you drank the kool-aid and decided to start moving towards a proficiency oriented instruction model. Welcome to the party! But then again, where … [Read more...] about Spanish High Frequency Words
