Practical Proficiency Podcast
Where world language teachers gather to transition to proficiency oriented instruction through comprehensible input. All through practical, real-life, teacher-friendly ideas that make teaching language more joyful! Hosted by Devon of La Libre Language Learning.
Podcasting since 2024 • 41 episodes
Practical Proficiency Podcast
Latest Episodes
Tools for Teaching Autistic Learners and Managing Absences in ASL Classes: Listener Question Series
We answer Sherry’s two-part question on engaging autistic learners in an ASL classroom and creating a sane, effective plan for frequent absences. We share concrete, low-lift strategies that center detail-focused questioning, visual supports, an...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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35:39
8 Ways to Lower Student Anxiety in World Language Class
Asking students to speak in a new language can feel like asking them to step on stage without a script. We dig into why anxiety hits world language classrooms harder than most, then share nine practical ways to make participation feel safe, pre...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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The Role of Grammar in Your Proficiency-Oriented Classroom
Grammar—the eternal battleground of language education. Is it the foundation of language learning or a distraction from real communication? In this eye-opening exploration, we cut through decades of misinformation to reveal what research actual...
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Season 3
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Episode 38
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34:14
3 Strategies to Make Grammar Your Friend, Not Your Boss - Proficiency-Based Grammar Instruction
The proper role of grammar in proficiency-oriented instruction requires a mindset shift from traditional approaches to one that aligns with what research tells us about language acquisition.Watch the episode on youtube here: http...
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Season 3
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Episode 37
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36:35
15 Common Target Language Mistakes & How to Fix Them
This is a special insider episode where you get to see what it's like to be a part of the Practical Proficiency Network! Join us for this amazing insider look and masterclass workshop on target language. Find out more about the Prac...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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Fan Mail
Hi Devon! I’m a French teacher and have been listening to your podcast eve day for the past week THANK YOU! I have a question — I struggle with how to teach vocabulary consistently. I rotate between slides and images, stories, etc. but would like to be more consistent. Do you have any suggestions? Thank you again — I have learned so much!
Winchester, Virginia