Welcome back to our conversation with Dr. Bill VanPatten. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, click here to listen.
In this second part, we continue exploring the intricacies of language acquisition, focusing on the role of grammar, the importance of input, and the evolution of output in language learning.
Dr. VanPatten shares his insights on creating engaging and effective language teaching environments, emphasizing the need for compelling content and genuine connections with students.
Key Takeaways:
Resources:
Teacher Guide: How to Shift to A Comprehensible and Communicative Teaching Approach
Growing With Proficiency The Blog
Growing With Proficiency The Spanish Teacher Academy Waitlist
Growing With Proficiency TPT Store
Free FB Community: Growing With CI
Claudia @IG
Are you a Spanish teacher looking to have more clarity about Second Language Acquisition and boost engagement in your class? Join me in my free three-part video training, "From Research to the Classroom." In this exclusive series, you'll gain clarity on what second language acquisition really is, discover successful strategies for incorporating more comprehensible input and communication, and learn the framework I use to align my curriculum with these principles.
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Welcome back to our conversation with Dr. Bill VanPatten. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, click here to listen.
In this second part, we continue exploring the intricacies of language acquisition, focusing on the role of grammar, the importance of input, and the evolution of output in language learning.
Dr. VanPatten shares his insights on creating engaging and effective language teaching environments, emphasizing the need for compelling content and genuine connections with students.
Key Takeaways:
Resources:
Teacher Guide: How to Shift to A Comprehensible and Communicative Teaching Approach
Growing With Proficiency The Blog
Growing With Proficiency The Spanish Teacher Academy Waitlist
Growing With Proficiency TPT Store
Free FB Community: Growing With CI
Claudia @IG
Are you a Spanish teacher looking to have more clarity about Second Language Acquisition and boost engagement in your class? Join me in my free three-part video training, "From Research to the Classroom." In this exclusive series, you'll gain clarity on what second language acquisition really is, discover successful strategies for incorporating more comprehensible input and communication, and learn the framework I use to align my curriculum with these principles.
Sign up today at