by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Jun 10, 2024 | Planning, Review, Teaching, Uncategorized
¡Hola, profe! As you read this, we might be reaching the end of the year, o quizás el trimestre. Or maybe you’re just starting a new school year. Either way, you’re probably looking for a way to review what your students have seen in the last year of Spanish...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | May 1, 2024 | Back to School, Planning, Review, Teaching, Uncategorized
¡Hola profe! Summer break is just around the corner which can be both exciting and a little bit scary. I know that we are all looking forward to a little more unstructured time to pursue our interest. I’m going to be reading by the pool if anyone needs me! However,...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Apr 17, 2024 | End of Year, Planning, Review, Self-Care, Teaching
Although many places have just finished Spring Break, plans for the end of the school year are top of mind for many teachers. Finishing the year strong, making sure students have learned the skills necessary to continue to the next level of Spanish with learner...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Feb 12, 2024 | Differentiation, Planning, Teaching, Warm-Ups
Ya lo sabes, profe. Warm ups are crucial in class. While they’re not the end-all, be-all of your classroom management, they do help us start class off on the right foot and set the tone for maximizing learning opportunities. Have you ever wondered how to make...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Jan 17, 2024 | Authentic Resources, Participation, Teaching
Hey there, fellow Spanish teachers! Are we ready to liven up participation in our Spanish classes? I know I am! Today, let’s explore practical and fun ideas to motivate our students, provide them with the necessary supports to feel confident when participating,...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Jan 10, 2024 | Planning, Self-Care
¡Hola, queridos maestros de español! Today, let’s dive into a very important topic: cómo evitar el agotamiento en tus clases de español (or how to avoid burnout as Spanish teachers). We all know that being a teacher is no easy task, and many times we find...
