I’ve been updating my student writing tracker, and honestly, it’s a LOT of work. Don’t get me wrong—it’s valuable work. Breaking down student writing skills helps me identify exactly where students need support and make more intentional instructional decisions. But I keep thinking about how m

After analyzing my students’ argumentative writing assessments, I noticed that analysis and synthesis are the two areas where they need the most support. So, I’m adjusting my instruction. I’m using two pieces of evidence to teach these skills: * First, I model how to analyze a piece of evi

I don’t just want to know whether my students can write an argumentative essay. I want to understand where they’re struggling and what they need to improve. That’s why I’m using a writing skills tracker that breaks down each part of the essay, from developing a claim to selecting evidence, expla

Replying to @Ceci What if students didn’t have to start from scratch when it was time to write an argumentative essay? 👀 After someone asked about the writing unit I’m developing around Desertores by Paola Ramos, I wanted to share how my AfroIndiEquity Reading Curriculum helps students build the

My students are reading a full-length book, analyzing information through charts and videos, and using what they learn to practice writing an argumentative essay. 📚 I want my students to do more than learn essay structure. They need opportunities to read longer texts, develop their ideas, analyz

I’m continuing to refine my Art & Creativity: Music Course Project Practice Bundle based on what I’m learning as I develop and use these materials! 💛 One thing I realized is that students could benefit from exploring additional sources that highlight programs supporting music and the arts in dif

If we want our society to grow, adults need to take responsibility for their own learning. Criticizing how children are taught something we don’t understand—without researching it first—doesn’t make us informed. It spreads misinformation and contributes to the problem. You don’t have to understand

Replying to @Jay Money 🇨🇦 Someone said teaching children how to think sounds like mind control. But here’s the difference: indoctrination tells you what to believe, while critical thinking teaches you how to question, analyze evidence, recognize bias, and reach your own conclusions. If we teach chi

One recommendation I’m making to my students as we practice the new AP Spanish Course Project is to use most of the authentic sources provided by College Board and look for just ONE additional source. 💡 Why? Because more sources don’t automatically mean better research! 📚 Here’s why I recomme

The first AP Spanish Course Project gave me a lot to think about! 💭 After working through the Project with my students, listening to their feedback, and reflecting on what I observed during their presentations, I’ve made several updates to my AP Spanish Language and Culture Course Project Journa

My students are presenting their first AP Spanish Projects, and I’m already noticing some important patterns! 📊 One challenge? Students are touching on the three factors but aren’t always using specific details from their research to develop their ideas. That’s affecting their presentation score

Some writers and journalists leave a lasting impression on you—not just as a reader, but as an educator. ❤️ I’ve taught my students El desafío de un inmigrante latino en la era de Trump by Jorge Ramos and Desertores: el agua de la extrema derecha latina y su repercusión en Estados Unidos by Paol

Today, my AP Spanish students are presenting their projects for the first time using my AP Spanish Heritage Project Practice Bundle! 🎉 I’ve created presentation Q&A questions, presentation and Q&A rubrics, and other materials to help students practice the skills they need for the new AP Spanish

What if the next AP Spanish Project focuses on music? 🎶👀 I created my Art & Creativity: Music Project Practice Bundle to help students practice researching, analyzing authentic sources, and preparing for the new AP Spanish Project. 🎬 3 videos 📚 2 authentic texts ✍🏽 A project practice prompt

One thing I’m realizing as I practice the new AP Spanish Project with my students: students need time to actually read and explore their sources before choosing their topic. When students slow down and connect what they’re finding in authentic sources to the Factores y Ejemplos sheet, the source

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I thought one of my biggest challenges with the new AP Spanish Project would be helping students find credible, authentic sources. But using the Project Journal—especially the page that helps students understand what makes a source authentic and valid—has made a bigger difference than I expected. A

Right now in Pre-AP Spanish, we’re reading Gabi, fragmentos de una adolescente alongside the Netflix series La flor más bella so my students can practice comparative analysis. I chose Gabi because it’s a coming-of-age story that gives students a character and experiences they can connect with—a

College Board has provided us with a sample prompt for the new AP Spanish Course Project—but one thing I’m noticing as I practice the Project with my students is that they’re struggling to understand how to use the Factors and Examples chart to develop a specific topic. For Hispanic Heritage Mon

I gave my AP Spanish students a pre- and post-assessment—and instead of just looking at their scores, I looked at where they grew and where they’re still struggling. I analyzed both content areas and AP skills to decide what I need to keep teaching, reteach, or address in my next unit. And th