How to Unlock the Power of Chat Mats to Support Conversation and Comprehension

How to Unlock the Power of Chat Mats to Support Conversation and Comprehension

I could see it in their eyes. Confusion, boredom, and a slight hint of ‘when does this class end’. My heart beat a too-fast rhythm as I struggled to ask questions my students would understand about Thanksgiving foods and activities. How would I get through this?

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Seven ways to use online games in the WL classroom
Games, Community Building, Technology Robyn F. Games, Community Building, Technology Robyn F.

Seven ways to use online games in the WL classroom

My middle schoolers love games and I do to! They are fun and they give me a break and allow me to play with them. But games aren’t just all fun and they don’t have to be for just review, they can be used to further your instruction. Here are seven ways you can use online games in your Language Classroom to add variety and engagement.

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