Category Archives: Vol. 54, No. 1 – Fall 2015

90% in the Target Language is Just Not Enough

By Angela Gardner, Spanish Teacher, Ross High School I am not sure, exactly, where it originated, but this idea of 90% in the TL has saturated nearly every professional publication, many professional development activities, and conversation amongst language professionals. I … Continue reading

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Fiesta of the Americas

Paulina Montaldo Ursuline High School Youngstown, Ohio   During the eight years I’ve been teaching Spanish in my area, I noticed a lack of events promoting and educating students on Latin American culture. With the help of my students , … Continue reading

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The Joy of Travel for Both Student and Teacher

Becky Shick French Teacher Delaware City Schools Chair, OFLA Secondary Language Learning Committee In today’s world of instant information via technology, the idea of travel, at least on the surface, appears to be less of a priority. However, the opportunity … Continue reading

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A B Ready: Isaiah’s Story

College and Career Preparedness By Robert Ballinger, Worthington Kilbourne High School (retired), OFLA Past-President 2000-2001 After having taught French in both public and private high schools for 34 years, I have been able to observe how successful students learn. Everything … Continue reading

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AROUND THE STATE

ODE and OFLA Team Up to Help Resident Educators Ryan Wertz, Kathy Shelton and Paula Sondej, World Language Consultants, Ohio Department of Education Education moves at a non-stop pace and this has never been more evident in Ohio during the … Continue reading

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Core Practices of World Language Teaching

  Core Practices of World Language Teaching Lucas Hoffman, Sylvania Southview HS, OFLA President-elect How do we help our students become proficient as fast as possible?  Would you like to help lead in world language teaching?  How do we help … Continue reading

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SHS German students make their mark in Germany!

SHS German students make their mark in Germany!   Niki Sage German Teacher and GAPP Leader Springfield High School Springfield, Ohio sagena@spr.k12.oh.us Fifteen Springfield High School German language students spent the first three weeks of their summer vacation living in … Continue reading

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