Should World Language Teachers Assign Homework?
Should you assign homework in your World Language class? While the answer isn't simple, this blog post will help guide you through the pros and cons of assigning homework in your French, Spanish, or Italian classes. I’ll share my own perspective as a teacher who uses homework as a reinforcement tool, provide key questions to help you decide whether or not homework is appropriate for your classroom, and highlight effective homework practices that support student learning.
Beat End-of-Marking Period Teacher Stress and Burnout!
The end of the marking period can feel like a full-on sprint with no finish line in sight—piles of grading, looming deadlines, and zero time to prep for what’s next. If you’re running on caffeine and sheer willpower, you’re not alone. In this post, I’m sharing my tried-and-true strategies for minimizing stress, protecting your peace, and actually making it through grading season without losing your mind!