In this episode of Growing with Proficiency, the podcast, I sit down with Hélène Colinet to discuss why and how we need to break the myth of grammar teaching and the importance of leading our classes with comprehensible input.

Originally from France and now residing in Spain, Hélène is an extraordinary language educator and trainer who has guided over 2,000 teachers towards more effective teaching methods.

We dive deep into:

• Breaking the Grammar Myth: Why traditional grammar instruction often fails and how to shift towards a more natural language acquisition process.
• Communication Over Rules: The importance of meaningful communication and using language in context.
• Frequent and Relevant Vocabulary: How focusing on high-frequency vocabulary can build a strong linguistic foundation.
• Implementing Comprehensible Input: Practical strategies for incorporating comprehensible input and personalized questions and answers (PQA) into your lessons.

Join us for a conversation filled with practical insights and strategies you can bring into your classroom right away.

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Resources Mentioned:

Our guest: elenecolinet.com / @helene_colinet_profesora

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En este episodio, reflexionamos sobre uno de los mayores desafíos que enfrentan los profesores al hacer la transición de métodos tradicionales a métodos comunicativos: la apatía y las distracciones de los estudiantes.

Analizamos cómo esta apatía ya existía con los métodos tradicionales, pero se vuelve más evidente cuando necesitamos una participación activa en el aula. Discutimos la importancia de reconocer este hecho y por qué es crucial combatir la apatía para que los métodos de input comprensible sean efectivos.

Además, comparto cinco estrategias específicas para enfrentar estos desafíos.

¡Haz clic y escucha para preparar el camino hacia una enseñanza de idiomas más comprometida y efectiva!

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Join us for a powerful conversation with Becca Silver, an instructional coach and the CEO and founder of The Whole Educator. In this episode, we dive into the powerful world of mindsets in education—exploring what growth mindset truly is and how it impacts our brains, backed by fascinating research from Michigan State University.

Becca shares why having a growth mindset alone isn't enough and introduces us to the concept of academic mindsets, which include the crucial elements of belonging, self-efficacy, and a sense of purpose. Together, we discuss practical strategies for language teachers to create a supportive and engaging classroom environment that helps both students and educators thrive.

We'll also revisit some key takeaways from our previous chat in episode 36 about the "Summer Bandaid Effect."

Whether you're a teacher looking to empower your students or an educator seeking to grow in your profession, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical ideas.

Click play and happy listening!

Resources:
Michigan State University findings
Becca Silver Podcast: Episode 70

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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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