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- The Dunning-Kruger Effect in Language Learning: Why Students Might Feel Like They’re Getting Worse When They’re Actually Getting Better
- Digital Literacy Done Right: Practical Approaches for Today’s Educators and Learners
- Tips for Staying Organized with More Classes Than Ever
- Passing the Vibe Check
- What is the Future of World Language Education in Ohio?
- What to Teach During the First Couple of Days of School Using Immersion
- Suggestions to Parents in Teaching World Languages to Their Elementary Children
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Category Archives: Executive News
NEW SEMESTER, (NOT) NEW YOU
Re-establishing Your Routines and Holding Onto Community Alexis Blum, OFLA Professional Development Chair Spanish Teacher, Wapakoneta High School The second semester is in full swing now in February. I find this time of year to be a bit challenging regarding classroom … Continue reading
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SERVICE, RECRUITMENT & COMMUNITY
Why all Ohio universities should offer language immersion days Kirsten Halling, OFLA Public Relations & Advocacy ChairProfessor of French, Wright State UniversityPascale Abadie, Teacher Recruitment & Retention ChairAssociate Professor of French, Wright State University World language instructors are up against … Continue reading
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Welcome Back to the Brand New School Year!
Exciting Things Ahead for OFLA! Kaleigh Baker, OFLA President Hello! I know the school year is well underway, but I wanted to take a moment to welcome everyone back and update you all on some exciting things happening with OFLA … Continue reading
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Networking, Professional Development, and Mentors Galore!
Getting Involved with OFLA has been a Career-Changer Megan Brady, OFLA President ElectSpanish Teacher, Northwest High School As a recent college grad with a degree in Spanish, I had big plans to go on to become a bilingual counselor and … Continue reading
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Mastering Multitasking in the World Language Classroom
Deborah Varga, OFLA Executive Vice-President Spanish Teacher, Canton City Schools When I reflect on multitasking in my classroom, it has taken on a whole new dimension for me that extends beyond just differentiating my lesson activities. I have decided to focus … Continue reading
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Recognize Your Outstanding Colleagues
Nominations for OFLA Awards Mark W. Himmelein, OFLA Immediate Past PresidentProfessor of German, University of Mount Union The Ohio Foreign Language Association’s (OFLA) Awards Committee is accepting nominations for awards in the categories described below. Completed nominations, including a nomination … Continue reading
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Los Eventos Increíbles del Verano 2023
Starting the Year with Upper Level Students Beth Hanlon, OFLA Executive Recorder and Editor of The CardinalSpanish Teacher, Oberlin High School I hope your year has started off well! I just started year 21, and deciding how to start it … Continue reading
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The Language Connects Foundation
What Is It and What Does It Offer Me? Cheryl Johnson, OFLA Parliamentarian and BylawsInstructional Technologist for the Dept of Modern Languages, Denison University (Retired) The Language Connects Foundation (LCF) is a national non-profit conceived in partnership with its parent … Continue reading
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Finding Time: Teacher Self Care
Tips to Take Care of Yourself to Avoid Burnout Alexis Blum, OFLA Professional Development Committee ChairSpanish Teacher, Wapakoneta High School Teaching is an incredibly rewarding profession, but it does come with many responsibilities and challenges. The mental, emotional, and often … Continue reading
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What is Your World Language Club Up To?
Here is What is Happening in Ours Lisa Howie, OFLA Executive TreasurerSpanish Teacher, Smithville High School Last week I attended the OFLA Fall Into Fun: World Language Club Collaboration on Zoom. It gave me many ideas for the coming year. … Continue reading
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