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PODCAST

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast

Claudia Elliott, World Language educator

Welcome to Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast! Are you a World Language teacher who is looking for ideas, strategies, activities, and inspiration to create a World Language class where you and your students enjoy using the language to learn about the world and each other? Do you want to transform your class into an acquisition-driven instruction space where you intentionally provide a ton of comprehensible input? If you are, you"re in the right place.Let"s start this journey together. Head over

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Episode 132: How to Build Cultural and Intercultural...

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast ·

2025/01/30

Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, I’m joined by the amazing Cécile Lainé to explore how to build cultural and intercultural competence in language classrooms—especially at the novice level. Together, we discuss practical strategies to move beyond surface-level cultural facts and create meaningful, authentic opportunities for students to connect with the world around them.We dive into actionable ideas like using special person interviews, calendar talk, an...

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Episode 131: Understanding the 2024 ACTFL Proficiency...

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast ·

2025/01/23

Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency The Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Maris Hawkins to unpack the 2024 ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. These updated guidelines offer teachers a clearer and more actionable framework to understand and support students’ language development. From the introduction of the FACT framework to the inclusion of sociocultural awareness and performance descriptor tables, we explore what’s new, why it matters, and how it can transform yo...

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56:25

Episode 130: Rediscovering Joy and Authenticity in...

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2025/01/16

Send us a textHave you ever felt disengaged or disconnected from your passion for teaching? In this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, Claudia Elliott invites outstanding Spanish teacher Mirna Deakle to share her journey of finding her authentic voice in the classroom. Mirna opens up about how she overcame burnout by centering her curriculum on culturally rich content and indigenous voices. From a unit inspired by Mayan traditions to fostering real-world connections throug...

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Re-release Episode 75: Strategies for Fostering...

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast ·

2025/01/09

Send us a textHow can we ensure that students not only talk but also listen to each other in group and pair activities, fostering a vibrant classroom discourse community? In this episode, we talk about a crucial aspect of building a classroom discourse community — not just encouraging students to speak but also to listen attentively to one another during group and pair work.While our last episode focused on engaging students in talking, here, we spotlight the other side of oral communication:...

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Estructuras Efectivas en el Aula: Desde la...

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2025/01/06

Send us a text¿Sientes que el compromiso de tus estudiantes no es el que esperabas? ¿Notas fatiga tanto en ellos como en ti cuando utilizas las mismas estrategias una y otra vez? En este episodio, te comparto cómo usar tres diferentes estructuras de instrucción para mantener a los estudiantes más comprometidos y participativos.Descubre cómo alternar entre instrucción colectiva, en grupos pequeños e individual para crear un equilibrio que fomente la adquisición del lenguaje, la curiosidad y la...

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Episode 128: Your Ultimate Plan for the First Day...

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast ·

2025/01/02

Send us a textStart the year grounded in what truly matters. In this episode, I’m sharing my first-day-back lesson plan that focuses on my three pillars: staying comprehensible, building connections, and fostering communication. These pillars keep us centered on our ultimate goal: facilitating meaningful language acquisition while creating a classroom where students feel seen and inspired.It’s so easy to get distracted by flashy activities or trends, but this episode is all about grounding ou...

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34:03

Episode 127: Joy and Justice in Education with 2021...

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast ·

2024/12/26

Send us a textWhat if we recognized language learners as linguistically gifted individuals, rich in stories, knowledge, and potential?In this powerful conversation, Juliana Urtubey, 2021 U.S. Teacher of the Year, shares her inspiring framework of Joy and Justice in Education. Rooted in her experience as a bilingual special education teacher, Juliana offers practical ways to recognize students' strengths, build classroom community, and redefine what success looks like in education.🎯 Why This

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Episode 126: Voice and Grow: Why End-of-Year Surveys...

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2024/12/19

Send us a textAs the school year wraps up, there’s no better time to reflect—not just on what we think worked, but on how students experienced our class. In this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, I’m sharing how I use end-of-year surveys to gather meaningful feedback that helps me adjust my teaching and better meet my students’ needs.I’ll walk you through key survey questions that cover classroom culture, comprehension, learning strategies, and personal progress. I’ll also ref...

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Episode 125: 3 Creative Ways to Keep Students Engaged...

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2024/12/12

Send us a textAre your students tuning out as the school year winds down?Keeping students focused during the last weeks of school can feel like an impossible task. But what if you could turn this tricky time into a fun, engaging learning experience—without burning yourself out?In this episode, I’m sharing 3 powerful strategies that will keep your students active, learning, and excited to participate—all while giving you space to breathe and teach with intention.Plus, I’m giving away a FREE Re...

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Episode 124: Silent Sustained Reading: How to Make It...

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2024/12/05

Send us a textWhat if you could easily add more reading to your classroom to support language acquisition and cultural competence without overwhelming yourself with extra work? Research shows that reading is one of the most effective ways for students to grow in proficiency. So, how can we make time for it in our busy classes?In today’s episode, we dive deep into Silent Sustained Reading (SSR)—a simple, yet powerful strategy to boost your students' reading skills. You’ll learn how SSR works, ...

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33:41

Episodio que Dejó Huella: Claves para Hacer tus...

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2024/12/02

Send us a textEste episodio fue lanzado el año pasado y se convirtió en uno de los favoritos de nuestra audiencia. Hoy lo traemos de vuelta porque cada vez es más claro: la sostenibilidad de nuestras estrategias es clave para mantenernos motivados y eficaces en el aula. 🎯En este episodio, descubrirás tres claves esenciales para transformar tus clases en espacios más dinámicos y sostenibles, sin sacrificar tu tiempo ni tu energía. 💡¿Qué encontrarás en este episodio?1️⃣ Actividades Repetibles

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Episode 123: Are We Reading Enough in Class? Simple...

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2024/11/28

Send us a textAre we reading enough in our classes to truly support language acquisition? Research says reading is the most effective way for students to grow in proficiency and cultural competence. But, how can we add more reading without feeling overwhelmed by extra work? In this episode, we share five practical and easy-to-implement strategies to make reading a central part of your class. From daily short readings to Silent Sustained Reading (SSR), you’ll discover actionable ways to h...

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66:43

Re-release: Simplify Language Teaching and Boost...

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast ·

2024/11/21

Send us a textOne Resource, One Activity, Endless Possibilities for Pre-Reading, Reading, and Post-ReadingThis episode is exactly what we need at this time of year! With our plates full and creativity hitting a plateau, it’s easy to feel stuck. But what if you could give your go-to activities a fresh twist without starting from scratch? That’s the focus of today’s episode!If you’re spending way too much time brainstorming new ways to work with texts, check comprehension, or ask open-ended que...

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Episode 122: Elevating Intermediate Learners with CI...

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2024/11/14

Send us a textIn this final installment of our three-part series, Elevating Intermediate Learners with Comprehensible Input, we’re tackling the questions YOU asked! From authentic resources to grammar instruction, writing support, and feedback, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you simplify and strengthen your classroom practices.Let’s remember that whatever strategy you’re incorporating in your class, it has to be sustainable—because you deserve strategies that work wit...

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Episode 121: Elevate Intermediate Learners - Part 2:...

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2024/11/07

Send us a textIn Episode 121 of Growing With Proficiency The Podcast, Claudia dives into the second part of her series on intermediate learners, focusing on two major challenges: output and curriculum. Claudia shares actionable strategies on how to support student output meaningfully, reduce the overwhelm of curriculum, and keep learners motivated as they navigate this critical stage.This episode is packed with insights to help you create a more manageable and motivating classroom experience....

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Episodio 120: 3 Estrategias Clave para Apoyar a...

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2024/11/04

Send us a text¿Te preguntas cómo ayudar a tus estudiantes de nivel intermedio a dar ese salto de comprensión y expresión en el idioma? En este episodio, exploramos estrategias efectivas para brindar el apoyo que necesitan en esta etapa crítica de su aprendizaje. Conversamos con Esther Galo, profesora de español con 15 años de experiencia enseñando AP Español Lengua y Cultura y 5 años en el Bachillerato Internacional. Esther comparte estrategias que puedes implementar en tu clase para ayudar a...

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Episode 119: Elevate Intermediate Learners with...

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2024/10/31

Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency, The Podcast, we’re diving into the essentials of comprehensible input (CI) for intermediate and upper-level Spanish learners. Teaching these levels can feel overwhelming when expectations are high, proficiency levels vary, and the curriculum demands keep piling up! But, as always, no estamos solos – we’re in this together!In this first part of our three-part series on CI in the upper levels, I’m tackling two major challenges:Realistic...

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Re-release: Five Strategies to Get Your Students to...

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast ·

2024/10/24

Send us a textAfter nine weeks of school, we all know our students are starting to feel tired, and listening just isn’t going as smoothly as it used to. But we also know how crucial listening is for language acquisition. That’s why I’m re-releasing one of our most popular episodes from Growing With Proficiency, The Podcast—Episode 5! In this episode, I share five simple, yet powerful strategies to help get your students engaged and listening. This is one you’ll want to listen to more than onc...

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Episode 118: Low-Stress Assessments with AnnMarie Chase

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2024/10/17

Send us a textIn this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, I sit down with the amazing AnneMarie Chase to talk about a topic that we can't avoid as educators—assessments! Together, we dive deep into the concept of low-stress assessments and how to shift the focus away from simply measuring language accuracy to building language proficiency in meaningful, stress-free ways.We discuss:Four key elements of a good assessment: ease for the teacher, sneaky ways to provide more input, lo...

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Episode 117: Reading, Games, and Content-Based...

Growing With Proficiency The Podcast ·

2024/10/10

Send us a textIn this episode, I’m sharing five valuable insights from the recent Florida Foreign Language Association (FFLA) conference that can transform your language classroom. Discover practical strategies and fresh ideas to engage your students and elevate your teaching. Here’s what you can expect:Reading Strategies: Learn how to keep reading accessible while challenging students with higher-level discussions using the question ladder and the “Last Word” game.Content-Based Learning Appr...

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