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...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Nov 15, 2023 | Holidays, Planning, Review, Teaching
Navigating the week before a break can feel like tiptoeing through a minefield. It’s tempting to let routines slip, embrace the chaos, and count down the minutes until that well-deserved respite. Segurísimo, I’ve been there, too. In my third year of...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | May 21, 2023 | Authentic Resources, Comprehensible Input, Differentiation, Planning, Teaching
“Which Spanish do you teach?”“Do you teach vosotros?”“Do you teach ‘real’ Spanish?”I’m sure you’ve heard these questions before, profe. As the language becomes more and more popular in schools worldwide, Spanish teachers are increasingly more important. Teachers are...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Apr 23, 2023 | Planning, Speaking, Teaching
Speaking is necessary, but it’s HARD. I know, trust me! We know speaking activities are an essential part of Spanish language learning, because they help students to develop their communication skills in a real-world context. BUT – and this is a big “but”...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Feb 26, 2023 | Back to School, Holidays, Planning, Review
Break time can be a challenging time for language teachers, as it can be difficult to keep students motivated and engaged in the material. However, there are several strategies and activities that can help teachers maintain a positive and productive learning...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Feb 19, 2023 | Holidays, Planning, Teaching, Women's History Month
Celebrate Women’s History Month: 7 Ideas for your Spanish Classroom ¡Hola, profe! As March kicks off, we can’t help but get excited about Women’s History Month! During this month, we take the time to reflect on the countless contributions and...
