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SHARING MY OWN PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AND IDEAS ON TEACHING LANGUAGES IN A COMPREHENSIBLE, ENGAGING, CULTURALLY RELEVANT WAY.

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And the Stars Align…. Combining AI + CI

by Noemí Rodríguez | Mar 25, 2024

If you are a language teacher, then you are probably using comprehensible input teaching methods (repeat, recycle, repeat) or have heard about them - it is not a surprise that by adjusting language strategically and providing input (either spoken or written) that is...

Chatbots in your Language Class

by Noemí Rodríguez | Feb 26, 2024

*Video overview of this blog using Fliki.ai After several months of highlighting different Generative AI Tools for the language classroom, the most exciting has been with using conversational chatbots. The idea that students can practice their language skills in a...

Globally Grooving: Using Authentic Music

by Noemí Rodríguez | Nov 10, 2023

I LOVE using music in my classroom with students. How about you? Music is engaging, helps with retention of key structures & vocabulary and provides a great lens into the target language and culture! Between the awesome, dance-promoting beats, incredible...

AI: Your New Personal Assistant 🥳

by Noemí Rodríguez | Jun 15, 2023

There has been so much buzz (and controversy!) over the past few months regarding AI or Artificial Intelligence and how it will change education. I played around with Chat GPT a few weeks ago and realized that I had just met my new personal assistant! Anything that I...

Mix it up! Let’s play some games! 🤩

by Noemí Rodríguez | Jan 30, 2023

No-tech games are a great way for your students to review, connect and learn with one another. Chances are if you add a game element to anything that you do in class, it will immediately spark some curiosity and enthusiasm amongst your students! In addition to the...

Bitmoji Classrooms?

by Noemí Rodríguez | Jul 27, 2020

Each summer day, I explore more questions than answers with starting the new 2020-2021 school year. It has become increasingly difficult to plan with so many unknowns, however- we can all agree upon- continuing to have some form of instruction, virtually. I consider...