by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Feb 27, 2026 | Authentic Resources, Comprehensible Input, Speaking, Teaching
When I first started using more Spanish in my classroom, my students were not impressed. “Hold up. Where’s the routine?” (more to come on this later, promise) “Where are my notes?” “How am I learning?” One student actually said to me, “We’re not learning. We’re just...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Sep 29, 2025 | Language Immersion, Teaching
Have you ever been right in the middle of a story with your students… their eyes wide, totally engaged… only to stop the momentum with a grammar explanation? We’ve all been there. And let’s be honest: it’s an instant energy killer. The good news? Grammar doesn’t have...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Sep 3, 2025 | Back to School, Community, Comprehensible Input, Language Immersion, Teaching
Oye, profe. Have you ever hesitated to apply for a Spanish teaching position or teach an entire class in Spanish because you worried your accent wasn’t flawless? Or you *occasionally* mix up verb tenses (hola, pretérito e imperfecto)? You’re not alone. Many...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Apr 23, 2025 | Comprehensible Input, Planning, Teaching, Uncategorized
A 90-minute class period can feel like an eternity for both students and teachers if it’s not well-structured. Without a solid plan, students may lose focus, and the time can drag on. However, when designed effectively, a 90-minute block can fly by—filled with...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Jan 27, 2023 | Comprehensible Input, Reading, Teaching
Are you looking for effective methods to teach reading in Spanish class? Comprehensible input and TPRS (Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling) are two approaches that can help your students acquire the necessary reading skills and knowledge to succeed...
